I gained a LOT of weight over the years drinking, and then gained a little more after I quit.
I was drinking a lot and eating horrible food before bed, but not eating a lot during the day. I got sober and starting eating regular meals, but in the stress of early recovery, I ate whatever I wanted and wasn't feeling good physically, so not much exercise. In the months since I've started walking and eating better and it is coming off easily though. Set back last month with a death in the family and stress eating, but I know what to do now.
So, SK187, it may be that you find weight go on or come off, but you're on the right track!