Deciding not to drink was one of the scariest decisions I’ve ever made in my life, and it’s so dumb, because it’s a completely internalized fear.  Quitting smoking was technically harder for me to do, but making the decision itself … Continue reading Sobriety Thread Gets Introspective On Addiction

On the last sobriety thread I was just wrapping up a book I’d been gifted by my wife like two Christmases ago on how to quit smoking, and planning the date for my last cigarette.  As of the evening of … Continue reading Sobriety Thread: Special Nonsmoking Edition

Today marks 100 days sober for me.  The day rings in with mixed, weird, good feelings in that it’s crazy to me that I was able to make it this long without giving in and grabbing a drink (there have … Continue reading Sobriety Thread: 100 Day Anniversary Special

My last thread/essay about sobriety was everything I had expected it to be:  The commentary was warm, receptive and, most of all, supportive.  The “State of the Avocado” update continues to move toward that trend and makes this one of … Continue reading No More Stinkin’ Fun At All: A Sobriety Thread

I recently decided to go sober, just a little over five weeks ago.  After much dabbling in drinking less or even taking long, extended breaks, I decided, shit, it’s time to just part ways with alcohol completely.  Part of sobriety, … Continue reading A Beginner’s Guide to Teetotaling