This week, someone I love did something I’m very proud of: She completed five years of sobriety.

I wish I could make it to her meeting tonight, to support her from the crowd when she stands up to talk about five years of just saying no, but I can’t. So instead I’m giving her a shout-out here. Raising a glass of (non-alcoholic) fruit juice and saying GO YOU.

 You did it, just like we knew you could. Even if you didn’t know it yourself.