It takes a few days to get you emotional self back on track after a slip.
The bloating will also go away again so don't worry about that.
Just take care of yourself--stay hydrated and eat well,
focus on positive things, and the sober days will accumulate again
quickly.
Like you, I kept trying to moderate until I finally got the lesson
that I cannot and will never be able to.
Once you really accept that, sobriety gets easier and more rewarding.
I think you are doing a fantastic job Zaec--
How wonderful your kids will have so many good memories
of time with you going to nature reserves, playing, and eating
delicious dinners.
Sometimes keeping the focus on those little daily joys really helps
through emotional times. . . you can do this
