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Old 09-08-2013, 05:20 PM
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2 years.

Today marks 2 years of an alcohol-free life for me.

My son is now 14 months old and runnning around the flat with his hands in everything. He never has and never will see his daddy drunk.

When I think back to how things were . . .

I am utterly grateful for everything I have and try to take nothing for granted.

I had to get myself sober, but doubt that it would have happened without SR.

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Max, this is wonderful news!

And, how great a gift is this for your son!
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That's fantastic, Max. CONGRATS!
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Two years! That is fabulous, Max! You've done such a wonderful thing by kicking that poison out of your life.

I'm glad you're part of SR.
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Dear max, that is awesome. I am so happy for you and your family. 2
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What wonderful and uplifting news. My granddaughter is 15 months and I don't want her to see her granny drunk either. Thanks for posting.
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Thanks.

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Congratulations and thank you for the inspiration, this CAN be done!

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Old 09-08-2013, 06:21 PM
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Congrats on 2 years!!
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Old 09-08-2013, 06:29 PM
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good for you, congratulations, you are building a special legacy.

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Old 09-08-2013, 06:29 PM
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Big hugs and congrats on reaching two years sober! I wish you and your family the best.
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Well done, Max, and congratulations! It's a wonderful feeling, joining that 2 yr club!
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nice going on your first 2 years!!
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Congratulations sobermax. Glad to hear you sober for yourself and your family.
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Sobermax, 2 years? You are FANTASTIC. Congratulations.
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Old 09-08-2013, 07:32 PM
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Your post makes me so happy. The difference in your sons life will be dramatic, truly night and day. He will have a Father who is present, whose moods are not dictated by a bottle. A childhood with an alcoholic parent is never a pretty sight, but a childhood with a parent who is interested, engaged, and sober makes everything possible. School, Scouts, Little League, soccer and science fairs...these are all activities that are part of a little boys life, activities that require a responsible, together parent. You are to be commended for putting him first.

I found that after two years, sobriety became very natural to me. Things got easier, steadier, happier. I hope you find the same peace. Congratulations!
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Old 09-08-2013, 07:57 PM
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Congratulations on your two year mark! That is wonderful news! I remember struggling through a minute, a day, a month...a year, I thougt would be an impossible feat. I never thought I'd be able to do it. It isn't easy, but you are living proof it can be done. Life isn't always easy, but it is easier to cope with while sober. That is one thing I know for certain. Again, congrats!
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Old 09-08-2013, 08:35 PM
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Two years! That's awesome! Way to go. Here's to the next 20!
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