Hopeful, boy, do I know what you are talking about. I didn't think I was capable of not drinking over the weekend. It's funny how things work out. I tapered off alcohol for a couple of days because I was afraid of a seizure. It turned out I took my last drink on a Friday, and my first day sober was a Saturday. I am approaching my third weekend and I have a healthy respect for the power of the craving. I find reading recovery material keeps me focused and calms me. Give it a try. Keep on keeping on. Be well.