Steve - I'm really glad you're here with us & that you wanted to talk about the incident.
Every time alcohol was in my system it turned me into a stranger. I did so many out-of-character things & put myself in serious danger. What would start out as a fun, relaxing time almost always ended up with arguments & confrontations. I'm a very quiet, reserved person normally. I came to the same conclusion you have - if I didn't drink these things could never happen. Seems so obvious - but it took me a long time to actually take action. I was way older than 36. I'm so glad you've made this crucial decision to change your life.