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The Silent Drug.

The Silent Drug.

I DON'T DRINK.

It’s only three words but with these few words, a line is drawn in the sand.

You are not asking the question, “you don’t drink what?”. You know exactly what I mean when I say these three words.

The Other Side Of An Addiction.

The Other Side Of An Addiction.

Evenings out with friends were always enjoyable, fun, and filled with laughter. The night might have included our favorite karaoke bar, restaurant, or just a night alone. Wherever we were, alcohol was involved.

I'm an ALCOHOLIC. But today, I'm 8 years SOBER.

I'm an ALCOHOLIC. But today, I'm 8 years SOBER.

I'm an alcoholic. I remember my first drink. It was the spring of 1998. I have always been a rule follower so I never drank alcohol before I was 21. But I was now 21 and what the heck; I will give it a try. It was a Coors Light.

Why Today?

Why Today?

Why October 2nd? For the past 8 years, October 2nd has shown up on the calendar. For 8 years we both have known what October 2nd means. It brings up emotions such as hurt, pain, hatred, anxiety, disbelief, fear, doubt, and anguish. October 2, 2006 was the day that our marriage was over.