Deciding the sober life for me did not come easy. Every day I am faced with hurdles and bumps. I would love to paint this picture that sobriety is easy and beautiful, and it is at times but it’s also harsh and scary and means I have to face realities that drinking made easier in… Continue reading Sober looks pretty on me.
DIY Mel
Bare with me, my mind has been spinning with ideas lately and it has caused a lot of sleepless nights. I just have some many thinigs I want to do its a bit overwhelming, yet exciting and I am just figuring out how to get them started. I have always loved interior design and architecture.… Continue reading DIY Mel
What to Drink?
Lets talk AF (alcohol free) options.. BEER: I love the taste of a good beer and I feared missing it so much once I went AF that it was one of the biggest reasons I was fearful I would fail at my sobriety. But let me tell you there are some great options out there!… Continue reading What to Drink?
Eight
8 Days. For some that means nothing, for others it means the world. For me that means I DID IT, I have proven to myself that I can do this! I haven't had a drink, CBD or pills in 8 days. (When I say pill I mean anxiety medication) I am trying to look at… Continue reading Eight
Just One..
Food and being a foodie is a real struggle especially during sobriety. I am suppose to be on a very strict meal plan.. but today I am giving myself grace. I haven't had donuts in weeks and they are my sweet little somethings, that and ice cream. I do pretty well with eating healthy and… Continue reading Just One..
Here I go…
My mom recently said to me.. I think you are an extrovert.. I laughed andwas a little defensive because I definitely do not feel like one. I mean,outgoing, are you kidding me.. no way! I mean if I come across that way it'sbecause it is somewhat forced because of fear that someone may think I… Continue reading Here I go…