This is a great thread and should reminds us all of the long-term nature of our journey to the other side of alcohol. I haven't been on here for a couple of years and was very much embarrassed to read my previous posts. Why? Because nothing much has changed. I have had some temporary successes, but am still picking up a drink every evening and hating myself every morning. So - anyone who has done a few weeks or months deserves a thumbs up as far as I am concerned. I am 50/50 about whether or not I will ever truly escape but try to be as positive as I can. And there are some truly inspirational posts on this site - I am grateful for those as they provide real hope