I joined AA (Alcoholics Anonymous) in 2003. Then got drunk while psychotic 4 years ago. I also ended up in hospital. I could be celebrating 15 years sober now. Ah well. I’m just happy to be sober and sane. I consider myself pretty lucky.
Congratulations, that is a very big achievement.
If you drink just the once… under those circumstances, personally I would still say it was 15 years, I would say “ 15 years with the exception of …”
Well done! It’s important to celebrate these little milestones! You’ve done really well and keep strong! You’ve proven your on top of this!!! Congrats!