Two years sober and I barely recognize myself

2w ago1 min read

I'm not gonna get into all the details but I was a mess. Drinking every night, missed kids' games, my wife almost left me, the whole thing. Went to my first AA meeting kicking and screaming. But somewhere around month 6 something just clicked. I started seeing my kids look at me different. My oldest actually wanted to hang out with me again. My wife stopped flinching when I came home. Now I coach my son's baseball team, I remember conversations from the day before, and I actually WANT to be present. The hardest part was admitting I couldn't fix it myself but man, the other side is so worth it. If you're reading this and you're where I was, it gets better.

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Comments(6)

MMike R.Regular2w ago

Two years is incredible. I can't even imagine what that takes but your kids definitely notice the difference. You're killing it.

DDavid K.New Dad2w ago

Man, congratulations on two years. That's huge. You're showing your kids what real strength looks like by getting help and staying committed. They're lucky to have a dad who came back.

BBrandonRegular2w ago

Two years is real work and you should be proud. Building something solid with your kids on the other side of that takes serious character. Keep going.

TTim P.New Dad2w ago

This is what matters. I split custody with my boys and every day I get them I'm grateful for a second chance at being the dad they need. Sounds like you're in that same place and killing it.

RRick M.Regular2w ago

That's massive. Really proud of you for that. The fact that you're showing up for your kids now, that's what matters. How are things with them now that you're present?

CChris T.Regular2w ago

This is the kind of post that matters. Not trying to be sappy but you're literally changing your family's entire trajectory. Respect.