Alcohol

A Wedding, and the Temptation to Drink

A couple weeks ago my 2ndcousin got married, and I experienced the greatest temptation to…

Reasons, Not Excuses, To Drink

I am back, from a long hiatus away from writing. It was a much needed break as I was feeling burnt out…

Which Way Do We Go George

These past few weeks I’ve felt like Dorothy from “The Wizard of Oz”, except I don’t have a yellow brick road to…

Drinking Dreams: A Blessing and A Curse

Two nights ago, I had a drinking dream. This one really shook me up because it felt so…

Walking Through Fire — What 2017 Has Meant To Me

Trading One Addiction For Another

Trading one addiction for another is a common problem amongst alcoholics, or people with substance…

Instant Gratification

I often fall victim to instant gratification. I want what I want, and I want it now. When I first got sober, I wanted to…

14 Things I Would Tell Myself In Early Sobriety

When Life Gets Hectic, It’s Time To Hit Pause

These past few weeks have felt overwhelming. I’ve found myself feeling out of…

Books As A Coping Mechanism

Books are my life. They are also my coping mechanism when life gets too hectic. When I’m having a rough time…