Seems like everyone is having parties, and everyone is drinking. It is easy to be fooled and start romancing the idea of drinking again.
However, if you are as seriously an alcoholic as I am, and are honest, then it becomes very clear that it is not a wise option. I might not have gotten drunk every time I drank, but I never knew when alcohol would ignite something within my chemical make-up, and cause me to act irresponsibly, where I could neither stop drinking once I begin, nor could I control my behavior after that craving took over and I continued to drink past the point of return...
I have been hanging out with family and friends, and that has made it easier. My son almost has two years as well now, and many of my close friends are in recovery. Today it is still real simple for me, not easy sometimes, but real simple. If I don't pick up I won't get drunk.
I hope everyone stays safe this holiday weekend...may you all be filled with your own joy...
always, Star...
