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📝 Daily Check-inWent to my old local spot to see friends. Ordered a Shirley Temple. The bartender kept looking at my waistline for a badge and whispering to the regulars. Apparently, "adults" don’t order pink drinks ...
Read moreAt the office party, I didn’t want to explain my sobriety, so I told everyone I was a "Water Sommelier." I spent 20 minutes describing the "earthy notes" and "aggressive bubbles" of a bottle of Kering...
Read moreFunny story from my detox
I didn’t realize how much my weekends were planned around alcohol. My sleep is improving, but the dreams are wild. If you’re reading this on day 1, please know day 1 matters.
Read moreNyama Choma Without Beer?
Thought meat wouldn't taste good without Tusker. Tried it sober. WRONG. It tastes EVEN BETTER. My taste buds are throwing a party in my mouth.
Read moreNew routine, new me
I caught myself romanticizing drinking like it was a personality trait. I saved money this week and it shocked me honestly. I went for a walk and realized my legs have been unemployed for years. If yo...
Read moreSober National Anthem
Sang the national anthem at a rugby match completely sober. Hit every note. Drunk me used to mumble. Patriotic and sober — winning!
Read moreFor years, I believed that three shots of tequila transformed me into a mix of Michael Jackson and a rhythmic gymnast. Last night at my cousin’s wedding, stone-cold sober, I watched a video of myself ...
Read moreI need advice
I used to say ‘just one’ and somehow it became a full committee meeting. I almost slipped, but I paused and remembered why I started. I went for a walk and realized my legs have been unemployed for ye...
Read moreFor years, I believed that three shots of tequila transformed me into a mix of Michael Jackson and a rhythmic gymnast. Last night at my cousin's wedding, stone-cold sober, I watched a video of myself ...
Read moreI need advice
I didn’t realize how much my weekends were planned around alcohol. My sleep is improving, but the dreams are wild. I stared at my trigger like it owed me money, then walked away. If you’re reading thi...
Read moreWe go again
I took a shot (very small) after a funeral today. I did go home immediately and now watching the football instead of the usual "after-burial" alcoholism. Tough but we move!
Read moreMy Bank Account Smiled
Checked my bank balance and it didn't make me cry. First time in years. Alcohol was an expensive friend. Good riddance.
Read moreAt the office party, I didn’t want to explain my sobriety, so I told everyone I was a "Water Sommelier." I spent 20 minutes describing the "earthy notes" and "aggressive bubbles" of a bottle of Kering...
Read moreFirst week update
I didn’t realize how much my weekends were planned around alcohol. I’m noticing emotions I used to numb, and it’s uncomfortable but real. I ate snacks like I was refueling for a marathon 😂 Thanks for ...
Read moreFor ten years, the only time I saw the sunrise was while stumbling out of a club in Westlands, looking for eggs. This morning, I saw it from my balcony with a cup of tea. It turns out the sun is actua...
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