My relationship with alcohol may very well end. It may not.
This makes you sound pretty passive Jeff and I know you're not that guy.
You're right - this is a great opportunity for you to put the bottle down and leave it down and learn how to live a sober life..
Don't leave the door open to a return to booze. Not is not an option.
Be careful with the pills too, man
I can't tell you the number of posts I've read here where people say I never had a problem with pills, and ended up with a problem with pills.
It's not like you or I chose to be alcoholics..and it's not like people choose to be addicted to pills either.
If you find yourself liking the meds too much, speak with your Dr - there will be other meds available.
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