My short-term goal right now is to get through the next 2 weeks, as I have two 3 day weekends ahead of me. I really like what you all say about basically not making alcohol an option because of certain life circumstances. You're right, life is not going to become perfect just b/c I don't want to drink. It's about finding other ways to deal. If I allowed myself to drink on "bad" days, I'll never really quit.