I am new to this online community, but I want to greet you. I too have tried to control my drinking (only after catastrophic incidents such as DWI arrests). I was charged with my 3rd DWI offense a little over a week ago. I have not had a drink since. This time, I tell myself that I don't want to drink any more. So far, so good. I have resisted offers of alcohol from several different friends. I just told them I'm on a diet, and I want to cut the carbs. I know it sounds lame, but I am not at the point where I feel comfortable telling my friends about my real problems. I'm trying to figure out who I can trust. Being active on this site really does help. At the very least, it serves as a reminder of past actions and a possible deterrent to bad choices. Hang in there, and please visit the site as often as possible.