So grateful that sobriety has given me the time and freedom to do the things I enjoy without feeling guilty. When I was drinking all the time, I was too hungover to get out and enjoy hiking or time with friends. I was too busy thinking about when I'd get my next drink. I was too busy hiding my alcoholism and guilt. And if I did find the time or managed to sober up for a stretch of time, I had so much guilt and didn't feel I deserved to do the things that make me happy. While I'm still early in my sobriety, it's such a great feeling to take a spontaneous road trip, make memories with my boyfriend, and be able to be present, sober and fully enjoy the experience. I definitely still have my difficult days, but weekends like this one remind me what amazing gifts sobriety brings 
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