Abstinence.. Such an ugly word. Speaks to deprivation and sadness. Abstinence is defined as: the fact or practice of restraining oneself from indulging in something. “Restraining oneself from indulging.” Well that sounds like a great big bag of no-fun, right? The idea of a lifetime of abstinence from alcohol seems too daunting for me. SoContinue reading “The “A” word, it’s not what you think.”
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Day Zero, Again
How many “Day Zero’s” have I had? 10? 20? Surely not 30… Maybe 30… I don’t know. Let’s call it 25 for the sake of argument. But as a woman, in her mid to late 40’s, with a lifelong complicated relationship with alcohol, I have at least had 20 “Day 0” days. The day thatContinue reading “Day Zero, Again”
The Journey Begins
Thanks for joining me! There is only one time that is important. Now. It is the only time when we have any power. ~Tolstoy Q: How do you eat an elephant?
