You are so right LaFemme! The empty bottles, the neglect of myself and my home were just the beginning. My only focus was alcohol and did I have enough. I used to read 2 books a week and the whole paper on Sunday's. I couldn't focus on a book and eventually canceled the paper. It was a chore just walking to the Paper box across the street.
When I quit drinking I had to relearn how to live again. Like you said it was gradual process. Like waking from a self induced coma!
It seemed to take forever, we want immediate change. Also we don't realize the progress we've made until we look back on our lives. It's like an ah ha moment!
I'm so happy your life is filled with order and productivity. Thanks for your insightful post. It made me reflect on how much my life has changed for the better. I didn't realize how far I've come in the 9 months I've been sober.
Best Wishes To You!
