Hi Richard! I just noticed this post....don't know how I didn't see it until now. I guess I wasn't supposed to see it until now. =) I know what you mean....I listen primarily to country music and man I think just every other song was written by an alcoholic. While a lot of it makes me laugh, the songs about drinking that is, a lot of makes me really see that a lot of people live solely in the problem. I love the songs that talk about the problem and then offer a solution, but most country songs are just people wallowing in their misery, not finding an answer. I still sing along because I like the tunes, but I have noticed a difference in my approach to the lyrics, that's for sure.

The growth I've seen in myself is what impresses me most about the program. The fact that it's kept me from a drink for nearly a year is amazing, but how much I've changed is truly a miracle. When I'm put in a situation that would have completely stressed me out in the passed, I'm always shocked when my heart doesn't start pounding. When my muscles don't start buring. I'm always waiting for the adrenaline rush I used to get from getting angry and it just doesn't happen anymore! It's wonderful....anyway, I love it when you post, I'd love to carry on the topic. It's nice to see some solution and happiness in this forum. =)

~Rayna