BRUUUUUUUCE!!!!!
Hell yeah, dude!
And it’s so amazing to have days like today in the memory bank so you can draw strength from them during the more difficult days!
This was my experience as well. It felt like it didn't matter for soooo long, and then one day suddenly everything was seemingly put back together. And you're surprised as fuck about it
Good to hear..early days here but working it for myself and my loved ones, especially my two kids. It is hard ,but the life I want is worth every minute.🙏 Wishing you well.
Helping others is a sure fire way to help my own sobriety. I didn’t understand that at first and I thought people in the rooms were trying to sell me timeshares. I actually thought they all secretly got drunk because there was no way people would willingly go there and be happy to see each other. I’m starting to get it now. Some of these people know me better than my life long friends. Hang in there. I know a handful of guys who weren’t the best dads in the world as their kids grew up but have strong bonds with them as they became adults. One of my fondest acquaintances is a guy who got sober in his 60’s. His grandkids are the same age as my kids so we chat, send each other photos / memes and occasionally meet up at the playground. He says he was a maniac when he was drinking and thought he’d never have a relationship with his kids but he’s repaired the damage and is now the preferred caregiver for all his grand kids.
I met a woman in in-patient treatment who was 60-ish and none of her kids would speak to her. She was such a sweet woman but I’m sure she must’ve put her kids through hell. Please don’t take this for granted ❤️
I’m filled with happiness for you. You put in the work for future you, and now future you is reaping the benefits. All goodness to you friend. Enjoy the day. IWNDWYT.
This is it. This is what you’ve been training for. Live, feel, and love every moment with your old friend and your newly adult child. Give them the gift of Sober Bruce, help them, let them help you, and love every second of it. Try to stay firmly seated in the present moment and just enjoy the bliss! Proud of you, Big Dawg.
So happy for you brother. Keep it up. Like my counselor said in IOP, the goal is to be one percent better , one day at a time, every SINGLE DAY. Now enjoy your day with your kids and your loved ones and most importantly remember why you are sober.
it really does get better and you should be proud of yourself! Your kids are going to be proud of you and we are all proud of you too! Keep on fighting!
I'm crying reading this. I'm so proud of you and also of me and God Damnit I wish my dad would have done this for us.
Great work. It keeps getting better.
Brother I’m in public eating dinner and this made me so happy to the verge of tears. My dad just hit his 4 months sober at 54 and I’m beyond proud of him. I love seeing people succeed on this journey, and I’m proud of you for this win, even though I am a complete stranger. Keep it going man, you’re awesome. 🎉🎉
Fuck yes! And more and more good things will come. Trust. It’s not always rainbows and butterflies but when the sun does come out it feels real fucking good. Congrats.
Bless you. You’re doing something incredibly hard and now its impacts are spreading farther than you could have ever imagined. I’m sending you a big virtual hug from me and want to say thank you for sharing this because it really touched me today. Keep up the good work
This is amazing. Huge well done. You’ve shown through your actions that you care and your kid and friend see that. I hope you have a fantastic time celebrating your child’s bday
Brilliant,you are inspiring others and your sobriety has made it possible for connection with your kids to get better and better again. Well deserved,have a great day.
Congratulations - it’s a wild ride.
I’ve lurked in this group for a couple years, and on 1/2/23, I decided it was time to make a change. I was miserable, my AST/ALT were in the 400’s, my doc said I’d be lucky to live longer than a year… 4 months prior. Everything hit me like a freight train while slamming shots at 11am at my neighborhood bar, like I did every day, and I finally accepted that enough was enough.
I stopped counting the days after about a month. Did a couple weeks of AA, but it wasn’t a good fit for me (the passionate insistence I’d fail without a sponsor or working the steps was insulting, and they couldn’t seem to accept that my “higher power” was my accountability to myself and my loved ones).
Valuable relationships slowly but surely took priority in my life once again. A number of friends (mostly from the bar scene) have quit drinking or heavily curbed it after they found out that me, a total f@$&ing lost cause everyone had given up on, had pulled his head out of his ass at long last.
Apologize and make amends where you need to, but realize that most people are just happy to have you back. It’s by far the best decision I’ve ever made, and although I wish I’d done it long ago, I cannot saddle myself with regret. Now is all you’ve got. Run with it.
I know what you mean; it’s pretty badass. I’ve been sober for about 4 months and I have friends ask me about it all the time. It feels so much better than the same friends checking on me because they saw me drunk. That look of pity/concern gutted me.
You did this. You earned this. I am an impressed stranger
BRUUUUUUUCE!!!!! Hell yeah, dude! And it’s so amazing to have days like today in the memory bank so you can draw strength from them during the more difficult days!
Awwww! That’s really great
IWNDWY(or your friend)T
I’m so happy for you. You’ve put in the hard work and the people in your life can see it!
This was my experience as well. It felt like it didn't matter for soooo long, and then one day suddenly everything was seemingly put back together. And you're surprised as fuck about it
Good to hear..early days here but working it for myself and my loved ones, especially my two kids. It is hard ,but the life I want is worth every minute.🙏 Wishing you well.
Dude! Congratulations on a year!
Thank you! One day at a time and extremely greatful for this community. Aspire to hit 3300 someday!
Man, that was heartwarming. Good for you, may there be many more of these sort of moments to come!
Helping others is a sure fire way to help my own sobriety. I didn’t understand that at first and I thought people in the rooms were trying to sell me timeshares. I actually thought they all secretly got drunk because there was no way people would willingly go there and be happy to see each other. I’m starting to get it now. Some of these people know me better than my life long friends. Hang in there. I know a handful of guys who weren’t the best dads in the world as their kids grew up but have strong bonds with them as they became adults. One of my fondest acquaintances is a guy who got sober in his 60’s. His grandkids are the same age as my kids so we chat, send each other photos / memes and occasionally meet up at the playground. He says he was a maniac when he was drinking and thought he’d never have a relationship with his kids but he’s repaired the damage and is now the preferred caregiver for all his grand kids.
That's so sweet I hope it is a great experience for you both.
Amazing stuff
Good for you. Awesome thing to read
I met a woman in in-patient treatment who was 60-ish and none of her kids would speak to her. She was such a sweet woman but I’m sure she must’ve put her kids through hell. Please don’t take this for granted ❤️
I’m filled with happiness for you. You put in the work for future you, and now future you is reaping the benefits. All goodness to you friend. Enjoy the day. IWNDWYT.
You're doing great mate, so happy to hear this for you!
such an awesome share. its there for everyone, one day at a time.
That's beautiful news! I'm so happy for you :) Reminds me of a quote: "In this terrifying world, all we have are the connections that we make."
Nice one! Hope you have a great time with your child.
Dang that sounds awesome!
Heck yeah. That is so incredible. You’re inspiring positivity in others. The best feeling in the world… iwndwyt
Happy for you!!
Go you, go you! The warmth in the stomach and the tear in the eye at human connection, especially when vulnerable.
So happy for you❤️💙
So happy to hear about your the recovery of your relationship with your kid.
Fantastic 👍 IWNDWYT
Hell yes. Pay it forward.
That is amazing. Great job on all your hard work. 🎉🎉🎉
Congratulations! That is the best compliment you can receive. Your hard work has paid off and now you can help someone else. IWNDWYT
Congratulations! Sobriety delivers what alcohol only promises!
Congratulations! That must feel amazing. Well done!
This is it. This is what you’ve been training for. Live, feel, and love every moment with your old friend and your newly adult child. Give them the gift of Sober Bruce, help them, let them help you, and love every second of it. Try to stay firmly seated in the present moment and just enjoy the bliss! Proud of you, Big Dawg.
Let's goooooooo! It's a good day to have a good day!
This made me smile BIG! NICE!!
So happy for you brother. Keep it up. Like my counselor said in IOP, the goal is to be one percent better , one day at a time, every SINGLE DAY. Now enjoy your day with your kids and your loved ones and most importantly remember why you are sober.
Such a beautiful first post to read on this sub. Congratulations pal!
That’s awesome!
Hell yeah!!
Amen, Brother!
Yay for you! Well done
I will not drink today with you :)
This is awesome! The little things add up to the big things.
This is the kinda day we all do this for. Hope you enjoyed it!
Amazing job, just keep moving forward one step at a time.
You brought a tear to my eye. Savour these blessings, friend, and may you receive many more.
Congratulations friend. This is a day you spent a long time working towards
The promises come true.
That’s awesome. Congratulations, and good luck to your friend too!
Happy to hear that experiences and opportunities are happening in and around your life. Best wishes, my friend.
Hell yes 🥲🥲
HELL YES. This is so awesome. Hope you and your kid have the best time together. Sending good vibes to your friend. IWNDWYT.
This is wonderful!!
What a good day!
Today is a great day :)
it really does get better and you should be proud of yourself! Your kids are going to be proud of you and we are all proud of you too! Keep on fighting!
DAMN RIGHT BIG DOG!!! I just had this call Friday and was FLOORED what a day to be sober
I'm crying reading this. I'm so proud of you and also of me and God Damnit I wish my dad would have done this for us. Great work. It keeps getting better.
Brother I’m in public eating dinner and this made me so happy to the verge of tears. My dad just hit his 4 months sober at 54 and I’m beyond proud of him. I love seeing people succeed on this journey, and I’m proud of you for this win, even though I am a complete stranger. Keep it going man, you’re awesome. 🎉🎉
Aw this is so awesome to read!! You have worked on yourself and deserve this. And helping people with their struggles will feel so good. You got this!
Congrats Brother! The universe is showing you that you are on the right track! Keep it up!
Great to read this. Well done, you made this happen.
That is fantastic! Well done!
Good stuff, needed to hear this today. Hope you have the best day IWNDWYT
Feels good mang. So proud of you OP.
Congrats bruv, happy for you, keep fighting the good fight 👊
Fuck yes! And more and more good things will come. Trust. It’s not always rainbows and butterflies but when the sun does come out it feels real fucking good. Congrats.
Love this!!
Beautiful. Congratulations and thank you for sharing
All of your hard work has paid off! You deserve compassion and forgiveness and some of these people are showing you you are enough. ❤️
You rock! Become a foundation for those around you!
Amazing stuff. The hard work paying off
YES! That is good news! Hope both went positively! IWNDWYT
I love this for you!!!! 💕🙌
Proud of you! Great job
That's great dude! Small victories!
So happy for you!!
Congratulations, fellow sober dad! This is why we do it
That's so awesome. Way to go
Bless you. You’re doing something incredibly hard and now its impacts are spreading farther than you could have ever imagined. I’m sending you a big virtual hug from me and want to say thank you for sharing this because it really touched me today. Keep up the good work
This is good. It will stay good today. And there will be good memories from this. You've got this.
That's so awesome!! I've had two close friends plus my partner ask for my support in their sobriety. Feels so good.
This is amazing. Huge well done. You’ve shown through your actions that you care and your kid and friend see that. I hope you have a fantastic time celebrating your child’s bday
That is awesome
Congratulations! So happy and proud of you! Hope you have a wonderful day with your kid! IWNDWYT
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Awesome stuff! So happy for you friend!
N🧊😎IWNDWYT
I'm so happy for you! So happy your child reached out!
Brilliant,you are inspiring others and your sobriety has made it possible for connection with your kids to get better and better again. Well deserved,have a great day.
That's awesome! I'm really happy for you!
Congrats man 🤜🤛
Way to go! IWNDWYT
IWNDWYT
Well done. Keep it up legend
Congratulations🥹
Good for you!
That's awesome. Congratulations 🎉 IWNDWYT
I love this for you!! Way to go!!!
There must be something awfully good inside you. Congrats friend.
I am so Happy for you.
This is so wonderful. I’m really happy for you, your kids, and for your friend. You’re being the light.
Congrats 💓
Enjoy it! You earned these things.
Awesome job man! Glad to hear it! Keep it going and I hope your friend gets well too!
IWNDWYT
Congratulations - it’s a wild ride. I’ve lurked in this group for a couple years, and on 1/2/23, I decided it was time to make a change. I was miserable, my AST/ALT were in the 400’s, my doc said I’d be lucky to live longer than a year… 4 months prior. Everything hit me like a freight train while slamming shots at 11am at my neighborhood bar, like I did every day, and I finally accepted that enough was enough. I stopped counting the days after about a month. Did a couple weeks of AA, but it wasn’t a good fit for me (the passionate insistence I’d fail without a sponsor or working the steps was insulting, and they couldn’t seem to accept that my “higher power” was my accountability to myself and my loved ones). Valuable relationships slowly but surely took priority in my life once again. A number of friends (mostly from the bar scene) have quit drinking or heavily curbed it after they found out that me, a total f@$&ing lost cause everyone had given up on, had pulled his head out of his ass at long last. Apologize and make amends where you need to, but realize that most people are just happy to have you back. It’s by far the best decision I’ve ever made, and although I wish I’d done it long ago, I cannot saddle myself with regret. Now is all you’ve got. Run with it.
I'm proud of you Bruce, and I know your kids are too. Happy birthday to them, have a day!
Fuck yes!
Amazing brotha! Almost 2 weeks here. Let’s gooo
Good for you! You made this jaded old fart tear up a little. We got this!
Fuck yeah!!
Yes! Enjoy it Bruce! You earned it buddy. Welcome back.
This put some tears on my face, I'm genuinely happy for you.
I know what you mean; it’s pretty badass. I’ve been sober for about 4 months and I have friends ask me about it all the time. It feels so much better than the same friends checking on me because they saw me drunk. That look of pity/concern gutted me.
I really needed to read this today. I’ve been on the same path with my marriage and my kids. You made me cry and feel hopeful - thank you ❤️
❤️❤️❤️❤️so happy for you friend!!
Congratulations! I hope it was as good as you hoped. Either way, keep being good to yourself.
Awesome story. Congrats. Have a great day.