I celebrated one year of sobriety on August 14.
What a wonderful feeling!
I've proved to myself that I can live without alcohol. When I started this blog I wasn't sure it could be done.
The first six months were the hardest.
The second six months were a bit easier, partly because I didn't want to mess up the first six by drinking and having to start over.
I've learned a lot about myself and my relationship with the Lord. Probably the most important thing is that my God is a jealous God. He is jealous for me, in a good way. He wants to be the one to meet my needs. He wants to be the one I come to with my sorrows and burdens instead of running to a bottle of wine.
I have learned so much from the AA guys. Hearing my story in their words. Celebrating their accomplishments. So much strength and encouragement in those guys.
I am happier and healthier than I was a year ago. No more waking up in the morning and feeling condemned. I begin each day with a clear conscience.
Alcohol and my need/compulsion/desire for it had become a heavy burden hanging over me.
And now it's gone. Praise God Almighty for His faithfulness.
I'm FREE!
