Well, here we are again. 51 weeks since I first joined this site (Superbowl night). I did 6 weeks sober, mucked it up and having managed more than 2 days in a row since.
On Thursday the doctor signed me off work with depression - my fantastic son came with me for moral support - and referred me for talking therapy (my assessment is 1st Feb). There are two alcohol counselling services in the town. I've tried them both and in both cases they ended up with the counsellor telling me their problems.
Tomorrow I am going to go to my first AA meeting (looking at the - UK - time it is today). I know it's not for everyone but I may be one of those that it does. My son is going to come with me - it's an Open meeting - the first time partly as support on the day and partly so he can support me at home. I am VERY lucky with him.
So, I am now starting Day 1 (again). I've read back through here and and inspired by you all