My dog's blood and urine tests came back all normal. I'm so relieved.

It's the one-year anniversary of my younger sister's death today. I said goodbye to her long ago tho. But it does make the world seem smaller, knowing she's no longer in it.

I had a quiet day. I went to the mall tonight for an iced fruit drink as it was hot today. I got a few things to cheer things up in eating since i can't eat the chips and cheesies i used to, as i associate them with pop. And it's for the best, of course, of course, and everything like that.

It's been over a month since i started struggling to get off pop and i'm cautiously optimistic that i've done it, as i wasn't bothered by cravings again today. It's a little soon to sing out, "Free at last... " but i am tempted!

Hugs to all those struggling. I follow your stories and would like to say a kind word to each of you but nothing seems right. Know that i hear you and i do care!