A SOBER LOVE STORY –
March 18, 2025 – Greg Reck and Emily Starkey met at a 12-step meeting seven years ago and bonded over their similar backgrounds and career pursuits. The two met in October 2018 in the parking lot of a shopping mall in Austin, Texas, before attending a late-night 12-step meeting.
“I was newly sober at the time and spotted this cute girl who was chatting with her friends,” said Mr. Reck. “I approached the group to say hello, and we all introduced ourselves and talked about where we worked.”
When Mr. Reck told Ms. Starkey that he was pursuing a career in public education, she immediately warmed to him. She mentioned that she was a public-school teacher who loved her job. “There’s this unique bond between people who share a love for public education,” she said.
