Dollyangel17

Well after 78 days of sobriety, I finally opened up with my mom about my drinking problem and new sobriety. I had initially told my family that I had quit drinking because I am dieting (I just wanted a little time to focus on me and my new sobriety before I had to start sharing it with the world). She had a clue already because I had dropped a hint or two, but today was the first day I told her out loud.

It was such a great conversation. I knew it would go well because my mom is a recovering alcoholic for the past 39 years!!!! She was so understanding and supportive, and passed on to me her 1 year chip that she received on Valentines Day in 1975 so that I can hold on to it as a means of support.

I feel a huge weight has been lifted off my shoulders.

I want to thank you all again for being here to listen to my concerns, accomplishments and giving me supportive words when I needed it.

This place has helped so much now, and I am so glad I have a family member I can talk to now that understands what I am going through. My husband is as supportive as he can be, but because he does not have a problem with alcohol...he just doesn't get it. Not his fault...just the way it is.

Anyway...thanks again:-)

ersatzmatriarch

thanks for sharing this wonderful news with us, dolly... and i'm super happy that your mom is there for you!

way to go!

allvol

Awesome!! Good for you

wiscsober

Dollyangel17 Fantastic. Relationships healing. Good stuff!

least

I'm glad you have such supportive family members.