I'm really hoping I have turned the corner...

[BobTheSubgenius]

21. I love the hopeful tone of your post. Right where it should be, emotionally...

...at least, to my way of thinking. Not self-hating, not cheery and leaving people wondering how you could be so happy, and...

Well, just right, if you ask me.

My father was a very high-functioning alcoholic, but never to the point that his/our life blew up. He didn't even drink semi-constantly, but man, could he drink when he felt it was time.

I have had issues at times, but in my more formative years, I was far more of a drug enthusiast. Imagine my surprise when I took stock one day, did some reading, and realized I was drinking 4 times as much as Nat'l Inst. of Alchol, etc said was already problematic. When I had it in the house, I had to have some. When I had to have some, I had to have more. You see the syndrome emerging.

But, like you, I just stopped. I was stunned at how easy it was. For me. I am in NO WAY saying that it should be easy for anyone and everyone. Well, it "SHOULD", but it won't.

I would be very happy to know how you're doing, if you ever feel the urge, or even just the emotional capability to update us. I, for one, am pulling for you, hard.