These are some of the people I am giving up my addiction for...

*They are in no particular order.

My parents, Donna Mihm and Greg Knapp (unpictured). They have been my strength.

My best friend, Melinda Thoerner, of 18 years. Her ability to believe in me no matter how many times I fall.

My niece, Melina Thoerner. A child who I want to make a good example for.

My family (and part time co-workers) in Fairbanks: Harold, Josh, Jake, and Daniel. They have my back and are always there to help if I need to talk.

My little brother, Gregory, who is going through a difficult time as well and I'm hoping I can show him the strength I have to overcome an addiction to empower him as well.

My older sister, Katie Martin, who prayed with me and showed me the road to God in my darkest hours. My older sister, Patty Kramer (unpictured), who always told me things would get better even when I didn't think they would.

My niece, Miranda Johnson, so I can show her that life isn't about "partying." Even though it may seem like that while in high school.

My older brother, John Knapp, who is watching me from heaven and cheering me on.

My nephews, Kyle and Kobe Kramer, who have lost so much in their life that I cannot bear to live my life in a way they might lose me too.

My nieces, Jolie and Sophia Martin, who are so young and look at me with those adoring eyes. I would never want to be any kind of person that would make them look at me any different way.

The love of my life, Daniel Stephens, who has the amazing ability to love and forgive me. I want to show him that I can better myself.

Myself. I want to prove to myself that I can be a fun loving person without alcohol.