I totally agree and get what you're saying, Leasha! I have kept an eye on your progress and was so excited to see your year mark! Congrats.
I work in a restaurant. It's where I worked before I stopped drinking (I will be a year sober on Feb 22, or 45 more days
) and it has been a huge blessing to have a job back there. I have seen my comfort level increase tremendously in what I tell people, and it just isn't a big deal - for me - regardless of what others think. If someone ever wants to have a conversation with me about their drinking (several have) I'd be happy it meant I was approachable to do that with.
We are brave and valuable members of society - I am grateful to be in the sober alcoholic category!