Hi everyone
Thanks for all your support and encouragement. I didn't drink last night, went to bed at nine o'clock, and then woke up at 1am. Two hours later I was still tossing and turning, so I'm sitting up, drinking endless coffee, reading threads on SR and thinking that if I stay awake all day, I'll at least be able to get to sleep tonight - not the best plan in the world because by four this afternoon I'll be dog tired and my resolve will be low.
I'm not sure it's a plan I need right now so much as a motivation; it's a vicious circle - my life's a bit dull and I feel very apathetic and lethargic, so I drink beer for a few hours' escape, which makes me feel apathetic and lethargic, which makes life dull…so I drink.
But enough of my self-indulgent rambling. Tuitui - congratulations on your new job, and I hope your first day (at both your new job and at quitting alcohol) goes very well! Many thanks to everyone - your support, suggestions and help are very much appreciated.