It hurt too. The feeling of disappointment in myself because when I drink I drink to the point of blackout, whether I mean to or not, and I put my family at risk of being torn apart. I know what agreements we’ve made and I know a person can only take so much.

So I’ve been praying. For relief from the guilt, to relief of this affliction, healing for my family—who has been awesome and understanding, thank the Lord, and praising that I have a loving and forgiving God.

So, goodbye 8 months, hello day 2.

-Mike