Very well said, Breakfree! I can relate to all seven things you've listed to some degree or another. Except for maybe #4, because after leaving the party, I would just go home and drink more anyway.
Also, the fact that you feel so different in 21 days should be encouragement to anyone just starting out. I thought it would be months of suffering before I felt better, but that's really not the case.
Riker, enjoy your walk! I have been doing a lot of walking lately; it's a sanity saver.
Welcome, Phil!