Amp, you have grown so much. You sound just about right - happy with the results of your decision and an awareness of the continuing care we all need to exercise.
It surely does get easier after awhile! Staying mindful about alcohol doesn't mean staying tense about it. Last night I had dinner with 3 people who all had wine. I had a very tiny moment of wishing I could drink and then found myself immediately countering with thinking "gosh no, I don't want to go there". It wasn't strong enough to label as a craving. I love my life the way it is now :-)