Congratulations to you Ando, on your 8 days of sobriety. And well done on making your Big Plan. And as Henrix said, your rational mind knows it's time to make this change, it is only the AV that whines about never having to drink again.
I like that 'line in time' metaphor, it's the way I look at this too. I drew that same line too, made a fresh start. Welcome to the sober side of the line, Ando. Fantastic!