Things are continuing to go well. I don't feel that alcohol has the grip on me that it did in the spring. I went to wine country recently and I was pleased to see that I was not excited about doing the tastings. We went to five vineyards and had multiple samples, but I only finished two of the pours. I liked most of the wines, but...eh, I just wasn't interested in having more than one or maybe two sips (and these were small sips b/c I was "aerating" the liquid over my tongue). I was more...

...since I decided to do something about my drinking. I've decided to do a moderation program and it's going well. I feel like I'm almost back to my old sober self because I'm not constantly thinking about alcohol. In fact, this past month has been really great. Before that, I was thinking so much about NOT drinking that it seemed to prolong my obsession with alcohol. So I instead decided to focus on things like running, shopping, and self-pampering (hello spa!). It's been great.

...

I was really jonesing for a drink last night, but I'm not sure why. I think the trigger might have been seeing my client. He's great to work with, but I do feel a little bit tenser on the days I see him because I know I can't just go home and relax. Lame. A weak trigger like that shouldn't be setting off such a huge craving.

Next week I'll plan to go to a movie or do some shopping afterwards. Something fun to look forward to might make all the difference.

In other news,...