It's absolutely amazing how sneaky alcoholism is. I did well for a few weeks on my own, patted myself on the back, decided that maybe I didn't need to give up drinking completely after all. Then I have a drink or two, and am able to stop. See? I don't have a problem. Then one night I get hammered while out with friends. Well, it doesn't happen all the time, so it's not a big deal right? Then I drink at home because, well, I just feel like it. Next thing I know I am drunk for three days straight...

I will say this, the one big concept that I learned from my one and only AA meeting that I think is absolutely right on the money, the hardest thing is not allowing our ego to get in the way and fool ourselves into thinking we are in control. Step one seems simple, but it's really a giant leap! I'll be back to AA Tuesday...

One day sober. I plan to be back here more often. Just glad to know I am not alone in this world.