[rubywillow]

I'm back, guys, and it was great! MOD RULES! I was in control- no drinks, 1, up to 3 and I SLAMMED the door. I learned stuff, since I was all there, watched other drink and act stupid, enjoyed my husband on our 38th anniversary, ate seafood, spent the best quality time with my sister (who joined us for a free vac. and helped me since I have mobility problems). We haven't spent that much time together in 25 years, and we talked about everything. I learned my brother, who has been very judgmental of me for years, is a problem drinker - i.e., can't stop after one. He's too proud to admit he has a problem, and unlike how he has been to me, I won't judge him because of it. I just hope he asks me how I changed, and I'll send him here.
Thanks for your support. Just knowing you were all here made all the difference. I know there will be tests ahead, but I have 1 success under my belt, and I can face the future.
CJ