Gladys, I just read back where you said you were feeling grumpy. I find that for a month or so before my sober birthdays, I get kind of grumpy and flaky at times, too. Just hang in there. You'll feel so much gratitude and elation when you see the first anniversary that it will all be worth it!

Congratulations to others here for their recovery and, for those sneaking up on the coming week who have birthdays then, Happy, happy birthday!