August 1 will mark 5 years of sobriety for me. As some of you know im a recovering alcoholic and was heavy drinker for many years. On that summer day 5 years ago I woke up with an hangover..nothing unusual back then..and decided enough was enough. Gone were the nights in the bars or at parties. I began spending more time with my father and developed other interests. With the money I saved by not drinking I was able to purchase a decent car and my first computer and was able to pursue the only real hobby Ive ever had..weather. No more hangovers; no more scrounging up money to buy beer with. Ive made new friends..both in my town and here and at storm2k. I have returned to being the hard dependable worker I was before I started drinking and am now the highest ranking non management employee at my job. My idea now of "going out" is hitting the little Italian joint near my home for a nice salad and an order of tortellini
There is no "secret" to stopping drinking nor is there a magic pill. If the desire is there the person will stop. Period. I didnt do it all by myself either. I needed help. My new friends ..here at storm2k and in my town, will be more than happy to kick my moon if I even think id drinking again. Talking about a support system LOL. Well I thought Id share this with you. Over and Out
