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Robert Stockton's avatar

Such a great story! Thoughtful and honest. My guess is that your willingness to share it will help many of your fans!

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Judy Harris Sutton's avatar

Absolutely agree! You think the booze makes the good times better when in reality it is you, your friends, your family who make the good times great and you are finally there to appreciate it!

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Steve Gabe's avatar

Yea! FOR YOU! Nice 9 years. I got my 90-day token back in 98 and then went to Paris and my French gal said, "Have a drink" and I never looked back. Nothing crazy but a few single malt debacles. I'm a weekend drinker and don't have much more than wine. But probably would be happier without any of it, but what is happiness? After a show (always perform sober) it's nice to reflect and sip. Saw the band on CBS Sat Morning and you were looking good and sounding great, a career worth the trip back.

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Russ Florence's avatar

Good for you! Likewise, I had no “off” switch. I drank until I couldn’t stand. In a week, I’ll mark 20 years of being sober. It’s been the best years of my life. I’m proud of you, and me, and everyone who’s taken the plunge. Cheers!

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Sarah Jane Frantz's avatar

Big congrats on your anniversary! Sorry it’s a little belated, been on a family beach vacation of my own. My dad and his older sister both partied themselves to death, literally. I’m so glad you didn’t stay on that path! Nicely done, sir👏🏻❤️

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Felix Sockwell's avatar

I love it when you post these sobrietribes. They’re good, heartfelt and I can relate- though I haven’t committed fully. Over the last three years (which haven’t been easy) I’ve gone a week here, two weeks there and then started cheating for a week or two then back. It’s hard to ride the fence, but I manage. What I’ve noticed, or forced myself to admit, is that my body and mind are healthy when there’s no end of day couple of beers. I stopped vodka and whiskey years ago I just beer cheat.

Anyway I’m two weeks in and run 5 miles each morning- it’s boring but better than the lazy person who drinks and smokes. I’ve also been doing ice baths and will be adding a more rigorous exercise routine.

Anyway enough of that I’m proud and impressed to see you killin it for 9 years.

My brother in law (a real alcoholic) used to go out and he’d get us in real trouble down in deep Ellum. He remained sober for nearly 30 years now all the sudden he’s drinking again and it seems OK.

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Janna Hopkins's avatar

Well, done! It’s a super hard thing to do. You should be super proud of yourself for it. ❤️

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Gregory Groth's avatar

Respect. I didn't have a "drinking problem" but was doing the alcohol-less Lenten thing when COVID struck and i just kept going, thankfully, after the 40 days were up. I concur with your account of what it means to give up alcohol. I feel better for it, too; not superior to my imbibing friends and family, just better for me.

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Marietta Phillips's avatar

Happy Anniversary to you! As if the songs weren't enough for our joy and healing, your openness and support of others' sobriety and happiness helps make the world a better place. Also...at the risk of sounding grandiose.....did a fan give you that shirt?

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marie popichak's avatar

❤️❤️

Well done! I’m sure it hasn’t been easy at times. I’m so happy for you that you were/are fully present for your kids and friends and sweet Ziggy, warts and all.

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Sarah's avatar

My last drink was at your show from this tour! Finding out you’re sober and listening to your work these recent years helped in the earliest days. 100 days on Saturday! ✨✨

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Gail Knowles's avatar

Happy anniversary. 😘🥳🎂🎉

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Lori Hillhouse's avatar

So incredibly proud of you, Rhett. Congratulations on 9 years.

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Jody M's avatar

good stuff, brother...My last drink was in November 2000, after many, many years of trying to quit...I also thought I'd be bored (and boring) without booze, but I'm so grateful that my grown kids (30 & 26), don't really remember me being drunk... FYI, I've enjoyed you T & T posts...the David Foster Wallace commencement address was killer... Thank you - maybe I'll see you when you're in Lex, KY later this month!

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John Vrsalovich's avatar

That’s Rhett. Baring his soul for us and keeping it real. It’s what I love about you, Mr. Miller. You too have matriculated in a different way, if you get my drift.

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Erased Replaced's avatar

I've got 99 problems, but thankfully addiction is not one. I'm so proud of you that you were able to do this, and think it's awesome you're sharing your story with others who may be struggling. Rock On!

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