Just Desserts on Day 198
Dear Readers,
Each time I go out, I am finding it more rewarding to stay sober.
There is something very special about laughing and loving without being under the influence of any drug. There is a peace that comes from not worrying about what I may do.
I feel closer to who I was meant to be, the good and bad, but definitely more real.
Many people wonder if they can still have fun, and be fun if they don't drink.
I did too. After six months of sober social events and date nights, I can truly say, I am having just as much fun.
I am alive, not dulled with drinking. I can have a real conversation. I can dress up, feel pretty and dance!
Last night, after we left the jazz club, I didn't want the night to end, because I love being downtown.
So I googled "late night desserts" and we found a very cool restaurant.
We had a very tight place at the bar, and ordered lattes and chocolate tortes.
We talked, laughed, and had a very romantic evening.
What am I missing?
Nothing.
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| Waiting for Dessert |
There is something very special about laughing and loving without being under the influence of any drug. There is a peace that comes from not worrying about what I may do.
I feel closer to who I was meant to be, the good and bad, but definitely more real.
Many people wonder if they can still have fun, and be fun if they don't drink.
I did too. After six months of sober social events and date nights, I can truly say, I am having just as much fun.
I am alive, not dulled with drinking. I can have a real conversation. I can dress up, feel pretty and dance!
Last night, after we left the jazz club, I didn't want the night to end, because I love being downtown.
So I googled "late night desserts" and we found a very cool restaurant.
We had a very tight place at the bar, and ordered lattes and chocolate tortes.
We talked, laughed, and had a very romantic evening.
What am I missing?
Nothing.
We did the same thing the other night--found a late night dessert place to keep a lovely evening going! Such a great idea!!! I agree with you, enjoying life and having fun without booze used to seem impossible, but now I see the real pleasure in it all. I'm so pleased to be on the same past as you, figuring out this wonderful life. xo
ReplyDeleteDear Thirsty,
DeleteI am definitely going to be looking for more places! It was really fun!
xo
Sounds wonderful ;-) desserts over booze any time! Lori K
ReplyDeleteIt is, Lori!
DeleteXO
Cool. That's a great idea.
ReplyDeleteI admit, I don't stay out late. I love my sober sleep!
Hi Anne!
DeleteLate for me is 9:30!
We were home by 10:00!
XO
I love this post! It reminds me so much of when the hubs and I used to go out - I wish we did that more now that I'm sober.
ReplyDeleteHmmmm...why not do that more now? Thanks Wendy!!!
Sherry
Dear Sherry,
DeleteThank you for commenting on my blog!!
I love lingering. I refuse to think I can't linger just because I don't drink!
xo