Hi Chris
Welcome to the board! Yes, like Anna says, it has been quite a surprise to see all the positive and enexpected things that have happened since I stopped drinking. It's actually more than excitement -- it's almost like there's a synergy pushing things in the right direction (thanks to my HP) and certainly a renewed feeling of responsibility and well-being. It helps just to take this process one day at a time. Wishing you well. (: