Got sober and became a dad - complete life reset

May 21 min read

3 years sober now and my oldest just turned 5. I missed his first two years because I was deep in it. His mom gave me a second chance when I got clean and honestly that's what did it for me - holding that baby in the hospital and knowing I had a reason to actually change. I miss the ease of just checking out with friends, not gonna lie. But I don't miss waking up with no memory of the night before or the shame. Now I coach his little league team and actually show up to things. I'm present. That's what I gained - everything I lost.

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DDanny K.RegularMay 3

You're a good dude for owning that and turning it around. Missed first two years is rough but the next 13 years of your oldest's life? That's all you now.

WWade T.RegularMay 2

Respect brother. Co-parenting my two and I know how much those moments mean. You didn't miss all of it, you caught him at 2 and you're there now. That's what counts.

KKevin P.RegularMay 2

Man, this is huge. Three years sober and watching your oldest turn 5 - that's real progress. His mom giving you that second chance and you showing up for it, that's what matters now. You're killing it.

KKevin M.RegularMay 2

This is powerful stuff. How are the older two handling having you fully present now? I imagine there's some catching up happening.

MMarcusNew DadMay 2

That's incredible man. Three years sober and watching your oldest turn 5 - that's real redemption right there. The fact that you're present for it now is what matters. Your kids are lucky to have you back.