Hemingway said, "I drink to make other people more interesting." Of course, he committed suicide and was an alcoholic. Still, I get what he was saying. When drinking, I was dulled to the point where I found other drunks more interesting than they actually were.
Having been sober for several months now, I have set my sights higher. I expect and seek out better company than I had when I was drinking. It took some effort, but it has paid off. In addition to the 429 other benefits of sobriety that I have experienced, I am spending time with people that are more interesting than those I previously spent time with. Better yet, I now actually remember what was said the night before, and who said it.
You are on the right path, Travelgirl. Keep doing what you are doing.
Good luck. I am glad you are here with us.
