I am sitting outside by the pool watching my kids and one of my son's friends swimming. I can not believe how different my life is now that I am sober. If I was still drinking I wouldn't be doing this. I wouldn't want another kid here because I would want to drink - and not just a couple - I would drink until I passed out. Now, I can watch the kids and when my son's friends mother asks when to come get him - I can say "whenever. We are just chilling outside.". There is no feeling that I need to get inside and drink. I am so much more laid back and relaxed. Life is good.