I've been considerably more relaxed lately. Less temperamental and moody. Less likely to fly off the handle and overreact to things. For the first while I noticed the people around me were sort of waiting for me to explode. They we're observing me closely looking for signs of the old me to come bubbling to the surface. It didn't bother me. In fact with my history they'd be silly not to think my positive changes might be temporary. I see it lessening now though. The people I care about are coming to the realization that something is different. I was never a violent person but I was a hollerer and a yeller. I was unpredictable and people felt like they had to walk on eggshells when I was "in one of my moods"...which usually meant hungover. Our home is so much more peaceful these days. I can tell that my wife and daughters are glad I'm home every evening. Just a few minutes ago I asked my wife if she needed a break from me being around so much. She said "No, you're a pleasure to be with now that you're not a ticking timebomb anymore"...I took that as a great compliment.
I haven't felt this kind of peace and ccontentment in a long time.
What a great share, butterfinger. There is a lot to be said for the restored peace in a household which is a result of removing the alcohol. I am experiencing that as well. No more drama (well not as much--I am a woman and have my Drama Queen moments :)
