Originally Posted by
DaveyT 
I'm trying to focus on the positives as much as I can. Remaining abstinent is my only option, but at least I've been increasing the periods between drinking and that's good for my health. An occasional 1 day blip every month is far better than drinking every day. I don't want this situation to continue of course, the goal is life long abstinence but it's at least not damaging my health as it was.
Davey, Sorry to hear about you continues pain issues and about your slip. It sounds like you're doing OK at least as far as getting back on track. I hope the best for you with your pain management. I agree that damage reduction is a much better alternative than active drinking. It also sounds like you are serious in your attempt to keep with abstinence and I applaud you for that.
I also assume you realize this, but I will say it anyway. Be careful. Every time you go down that rabbit hole, is another chance of not coming back up for a while.
Take care and best to you,
- Todd