Happy 29th Birthday Sober-
You are making good choices for your recovery. I went to IOP out of desperation to quit drinking and to help myself make the necessary changes for a sober life. I am now doing Continuing Care. Best decisions I've made so far. AA is also a BIG part of my life as well.
I was given some good advice from a fellow SR member (Sapling)..."It works (the program), if you work it".
I'll be 70 days sober tommorow...It's still a battle (as I have to deal with my "issues" without drowning them out with booze)...but, I am still working it..
I think taking sobriety very seriously, being willing to do whatever it takes to get sober is one of the first steps we must take in order to achieve it.
Sounds like you are there.
Good Luck! You CAN do it!