way to go MF - Merry Christmas,
I feel the same thing. After 12 months one would think it's not an issue any more. But it is. I don't know how many times this week I thought of just saying heck with it and have a drink. One day I could actually taste that bourbon - it took a few minutes to get the taste out of my mouth - strange really.
Stay strong. The AV never gives up. As long as we recognize it for what it is, we get stronger every time.