Brody's Mum,

That's a big step, admitting you have a problem with alcohol. I've been sober since I turned 40 (13 years ago). Don't miss it at all!!!

The fist thing you need to do is call the toll free number for AA and find out where there's a meeting in your area. If you don't feel comfortable going alone, bring a friend. That's what I did. The more meetings you go to, the more you'll start feeling comfortable. Once you know everyone, you'll need to get a sponsor. Someone you can call when you feeling like taking a drink. It's like a buddy system to help you stay sober.

I've PM'd you with my phone number. Call me anytime!!! I mean that. I'll hang up and call you right back so it won't cost you anything. We're behind you 100% Denise. Anytime you feel like taking a drink, pick up the phone first!

Your biggest step now is to get to a meeting, stand up and say, "Hi, I'm Denise, and I'm an alcoholic. You may not do it in the first try, but that's okay too.

I'll be praying for you. It takes alot to admit what you just did. Take it one day at a time. It doesn't happen overnight. You'll have relapses (I did). They make you stronger. But it WILL happen, but for the Grace of God.

(((((HUGS)))))))))))

Donna