Thank you for sharing Ultra. This disease is tough. I would save that post, print it, and carry it in your wallet so that when your AV tells you that you can drink in moderation you can put it in its place. You can't change what has happened in the past, but you do have control of your future. You have a family that loves you and wants the best for you. (many of us are so lucky to still have them in our corner, even if they are irritating as hell) We can all make the next part of our lives something to be proud of!
Here in Santa Barbara it's damn cold! My 10 year old wanted to camp in the back yard. He made it until 4 and was like a Popsicle! It's 55 out now with a high of 61 today and a low of 37. If we could get a little rain it would be awesome, but the sky is clear and beautiful!
I've got to run in to the office for an hour or two (just to put in an appearance) then I'll continue on with cooking. It's starting to look a lot like Christmas!!!!!!