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Flashback Friday: Your Weekly Rewind
Alysse Bryson
July 25, 2025
FROM THE DESK OF THE FOUNDER (that is covered in tchotchkes)
I don’t know who needs to hear this, but sometimes a binge is healthy — as long as it’s mindful and on Netflix. 😏 This week we’re highlighting a sweet young love story, the kind that tugged at my little sober heart. It got me thinking about how many of my own romantic chapters were scribbled in the margins of a vodka-soaked haze. That “liquid courage” stole a lot of depth I didn’t even know I was missing. No regrets — just reflections, and maybe a few rewrites if I ever get a time machine.
In this flashback recap:
📚 A #QUITLIT review of “Stash” by the powerhouse Laura Cathcart Robbins — her story is raw, riveting, and so necessary.
📺 A fun trip to Albuquerque chasing “Breaking Bad” locations (Walter White fans, this one’s for you).
🎁 And just in time for your next sober celebration: The Recovery Magic 8 Ball. Yes, really. And yes, it’s as awesome as it sounds.
Pour yourself a cold AF mocktail and dive in — we’ve got your weekend reading, watching, and window shopping covered.
Sippin’ and curatin’,
— Alysse Bryson (*AB, That’s Me) / Founder / Seattle, WA 🌃
THE MINDFUL BINGE
Unveiling Netflix’s “One Day”: A Comprehensive Review of the Heartrending New Series
Once in a while, a good love story series comes along that pulls me in. I’m a sucker for young love, and the more I think about it, the more it makes sense as a part of my life I often wish I could do over without alcohol at the forefront. I was lucky; my sacred firsts, like my first kiss and losing my virginity, were done fully sober — but from there on out, there were so many decisions made in a blur of alcohol that my memories were sparse. That “liquid courage” often had me acting only with an immediate gratification lens and missing all the more profound, quieter, delayed gratification opportunities.
#QUITLIT
“Stash” by Author and Podcast Host of “The Only One in The Room” Laura Cathcart Robbins
After years of hiding her addiction from everyone — stockpiling pills in her Louboutins and elaborately scheduling her withdrawals between PTA meetings, baby showers, and tennis matches — Laura Cathcart Robbins is running out of places to hide.
She has learned the hard way that even her high-profile marriage and Hollywood lifestyle can’t protect her from the pain she’s keeping bottled up inside. Facing divorce, the possibility of a grueling custody battle, and the insistent voice of internalized racism that nags at her as a Black woman in a startlingly white world, Laura wonders just how much more she can take.
The Cleanest Electrolyte Ever—And It Helps You Sleep
Introducing R•E Fountain by Pique—the cleanest electrolyte designed for deep, restorative sleep. Powered by triple-biomaxed magnesium and trusted by health experts, it calms your nervous system, sharpens your mind, and tastes like a spa drink. No sugar, no fillers—just science-backed sleep in a sachet
SOBER TRAVEL
What a Trip! “Breaking Bad” Locations in Albuquerque, New Mexico, by the Modern Day Hobo
I am a huge fan of the show “Breaking Bad,” and while visiting Albuquerque, I had the chance to run around and see a number of the filming sites. It was fun to explore the city either way, but visiting these places in person was truly incredible.
I would like to start by giving credit to an individual and their website for providing the location addresses and giving me the motivation to create this website. The website is Roaming Robert, and he did all of the work for this tour a handful of years ago; I just needed to follow his lead.
#ADDTOCART
The Recovery Magic 8 Ball – The Perfect Gift For That Special Sober Someone
If you’ve been searching for a unique, thoughtful gift for someone in recovery, we present to you The Recovery Magic 8 Ball. This isn’t just an ordinary toy — it’s a blend of humor, encouragement, and sincerity, tailor-made to support anyone navigating the path to sobriety.
Whether your loved one is rocking their 90-day chip, celebrating their 10th anniversary, or simply showing up and working the program, this playful yet meaningful gift could be the unexpected gem that makes their day.
See You Monday!
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