On this day last year my then fiancé- now husband, decided to do dry January. I was sad to lose my drinking buddy, but wanted to be supportive so I stopped with him. I drank everyday for like 15 years and after a few weeks of not drinking I noticed how much better i felt. Kept dry Jan rolling all year.
Now almost 100 pounds lighter, sleep amazing, don’t have to take anxiety meds anymore, back in college (I’m 43). having all positive relationships and never wondering what I did or said while drunk- life is amazing. Making black frosting was a bitch and I have never really decorated a square cake so it’s not perfect but it tastes like the best cake I ever had.

by catsbluepajamas

22 Comments

  1. BakinPuncakes

    Congratulations! That’s a great milestone! Black frosting is difficult, great job!

  2. driveonacid

    That is beautiful and I love it. Congratulations!!

  3. tjcline09

    Just wanted to say I’m so proud of you. Have a great rest of your day!!

  4. PreferenceOld6364

    CONGRATULATIONS ON A HUGE MILESTONE!!!!!! The first year is definitely one of the hardest, speaking as someone who recently celebrated 7 years sober, but it is SOOOOOO totally worth it!!!! This internet stranger is VERY proud of you and your hubby for your accomplishment!!!!!! Keep it up!!!!

  5. AluminumMonster35

    Congratulations!! I made that same decision a few years ago – best one I’ve made. All the best to you and your cake looks so good!!

  6. Ok_Resolution_2208

    Wow! Love to hear these positive words. Congratulations and may your happiness continue into a sober life forever! 🥳🎉🎉
    Your cake looks beautiful!!

  7. RecklessK13

    Congratulations! I would have devoured that in one sitting 😂 (or at least tried 🤪).

  8. Dont-Panic87

    Congratulations on your Soberversary! A year is huge! It’s funny, when I met my BF he was already 9 years sober so I wouldn’t drink around him, and quit myself shortly thereafter. Everything just gets easier!

  9. Expensive_Lettuce239

    Congratulations!! Keep the awesome job!!! And enjoy that cake..you deserve every bite!!

  10. huffle11puff11

    As fuck! Congrats, friend. Hope you feel lots better. 🩵✨️