Aaron that's fantastic that you went waterskiing with your Dad, I could barely stand or walk the first month, let alone the first week.
I haven't done AA though I know it works for a lot of people.
I wonder if another hospital type run program could work for you now, as I am sure you are in a slightly different place now. I just suggest it because it has helped me soo much. Some people there are court ordered and some aren't but apparently stats show they can help either way. I know it depends a lot on who is running the program and other people attending. I am very lucky, my drug group facilitator is fantastic , ex cop and ex parole officer, totally down to earth and really supportive nice cool guy. I have made some nice non using friends at the group also.
Learning how to socialise without alcohol and drugs is extremely challenging in itself, and the group has been good for me in thatwe have a weekly BBQ. Felt really weird the first time to do that without a drink, but now it feels pretty normal.
Where you live is a party town. That will definitely be a challenge at times for sure. There are a lot of good recovery doco's you can watch on the net for free. I use my library a lot too. I am really glad you have your hobbies still. I needed to find mine again. Good luck - so jealous you went water skiing
