Welcome! I'm new here too and I just love this site so far.
Meetings, getting a sponsor right away, calling other alcoholics, and getting work on my program saved my butt this last time around. It sounds like you're doing all the right things. Stick close to the "winners", those who have what you want and who work a good program.
Living sober has been more wonderful than I could have imagined. I hope you will find the same joy in your recovery.