For what it's worth, I think trying to moderate is a really bad idea.
There's no such thing as moderation when it comes to drinking for me.
Why have you stopped drinking for eleven months if you could moderate it?
What would be the point of having a few drinks be? Give me one good answer.
I know you can't do it so don't bother. I think you know it too.
There is no good reason for an alcoholic to have a drink, if you do, in fact, label yourself as alcoholic.
I label myself as alcoholic. I had a friend over today. I bought a six pack of beer for him. He drank two and took the rest with him.
I also bought a pint of ice cream. I ate the whole thing. That's how much self control I have when it comes to substances.
If you can drink like a gentleman and have a few, more power to you.
If you're a real alcoholic, look forward to a ruined vacation.
If you're sober, look forward to all the things our friend above mentioned.
The choice is yours.