Welcome Janine. You have come to a good place.
It sounds like fate took you to the hospital that day and led you to a truly empathetic Dr. Maybe he is in recovery himself- takes one to know one. This is your time to heal, take everything offered.
Yes the struggle is intense. The cravings drive you to madness but do not give in, not even once. Slowly they will become less powerful. Pace the floor, walk, sing, scream anything you like but do not let the craving beat you!
Drink has been your crutch for 30 years, you have to relearn how to deal with life on simple non medicated terms. Stay vigilant at all times, happy, sad, bored,tired, hungry will all be triggers. Push past them, find your inner warrior.
Well done on the first 5 days, keep posting and don't drink, no matter what.
