Congratulations, Weston! I think many of us need to test ourselves, several times, in order to get to the acceptance that you described. I just got there myself and I am quite amazed at the lengths I went to before getting here.
Acceptance is a wonderful feeling. The battle is over! No point trying to make alcohol work in your life anymore. It didn't work for me, either. And that is just the facts! Now I'm excited about moving on and living my life again.
Congrats on this positive step forward!
Laura