Hi C!
I just wanted to let you know that all encouragement is wonderful, however, it does seem even more encouraging and heartwarming when it comes from those who have stood by us and who truly care. I have been quick to learn this as I am 9 days sober today!
Once I got past the detox, shakes, just feeling gross and stuff I was able to tell my best friend of 19 years my decision of sobriety and what I was doing about it, as well as, my mother who I have been estranged from for 2 years.
It is the most inexpensive high or buzz going to hear "I am proud of you" of course the work will be daily but with a payoff like that you just can't go wrong, it is priceless!
Good luck to you and thanks for the post...it really does get better!