Class Of November 2013 Part 2
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Class Of November 2013 Part 2
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hang in there dreamr and peacehappyness - that irritable and foggy phase will pass, I promise 
welcome hothow and gilmer and welcome back Avra - have you guys got any ideas on what you might do differently this time?
I'm sorry to hear about your FIL Avra.
D
welcome hothow and gilmer and welcome back Avra - have you guys got any ideas on what you might do differently this time?
I'm sorry to hear about your FIL Avra.
D
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Join Date: Jul 2013
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Hi everyone, old and new classmates!
Well done to everyone still on the sober train, and well done to those who are back after a slip, you are in the best place here
Day fifteen for me today and no desire to drink. Which is great because work is really stressful right now and i would usually have turned to wine to ease this but am glad to say still on the tea
I'm kind of down at the moment, juggling 40hrs and a hubby and three kids isnt as easy as i thought and the guilt at not being home more is crushing sometimes. Work will not review the rota so im stuck. I dont quite know what to do next. All i do know is whatever i do i'll do it sober!!
Well done to everyone still on the sober train, and well done to those who are back after a slip, you are in the best place here
Day fifteen for me today and no desire to drink. Which is great because work is really stressful right now and i would usually have turned to wine to ease this but am glad to say still on the tea
I'm kind of down at the moment, juggling 40hrs and a hubby and three kids isnt as easy as i thought and the guilt at not being home more is crushing sometimes. Work will not review the rota so im stuck. I dont quite know what to do next. All i do know is whatever i do i'll do it sober!!
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Join Date: Jan 2013
Location: Ashburn, VA
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I just won't believe the lie that if I drink it's no big deal. It affects my conscience, and I can't live without a clear conscience. I just can't live in a darkened state! I go nuts and take it out on everybody else!
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Join Date: Feb 2013
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Checking in at the beginning of day 18. I'm feeling very grateful today that I've made it 17 entire days in a row and I'm beginning my 18th. Even though I'm not going to meetings or doing the program necessarily I finished reading the AA big book the other day. I've ready under and above the influence in the past, I might reread portions of them. Currently using the little black prayer/reflection book that AA uses quite a bit. I'm trying to start directing my morning 'me time' more towards some self reflection and prayer rather than just reading for a little while.
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Join Date: Jul 2013
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Hi there...it's time I joined the class of November--I've been reading a lot in this site and posted a few times but need to be more accountable and I need to quit! I want to talk more with you guys as you all understand...my friends and family don't think I have a problem but I know I do...This is probably my hundredth day one but I have a better plan in place with working the women or sobriety program and possibly rational recovery so here I am!!
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Join Date: Nov 2013
Location: New England
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Woke up to start day 13. Have much confidence I'll make it through the evening with no problems. Going to my first AA meeting tonight. It's listed as a Big Book study meeting. Hope I like it. Still feel a little fuzzy in the mornings (not as bad when I drank.) Think it must be the sleep aid and "mild" tranquilizer my Dr gave me. Those few people close to me that know I detoxed keep telling me how proud they are of me but It makes me a bit uncomfortable. I feel like I might let them down at some point. I'll try to stay strong and wish the same for all of you.
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Join Date: Nov 2013
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Hi,
I've nearly finished day 2. I find that all I am thinking about is not drinking and it's driving me crazy. I am so desperate to stop my crazy life of secret drinking. I wake up in the morning with a heavy head and broken heart.
I have a very active social life and am always entertaining friends or being entertained. I drink secretly before people arrive and then tend to slow down throughout the evening because I have reached my limit. I forget conversations, where I put things, how I got home, etc. It's just a matter of time before something serious happens. I have 3 fantastic children & a very loving husband. I have so much to live for but have this awful noose around ny neck that i cant seem to shake. I have got to do this for them and for me.
God help us all.
X
I've nearly finished day 2. I find that all I am thinking about is not drinking and it's driving me crazy. I am so desperate to stop my crazy life of secret drinking. I wake up in the morning with a heavy head and broken heart.
I have a very active social life and am always entertaining friends or being entertained. I drink secretly before people arrive and then tend to slow down throughout the evening because I have reached my limit. I forget conversations, where I put things, how I got home, etc. It's just a matter of time before something serious happens. I have 3 fantastic children & a very loving husband. I have so much to live for but have this awful noose around ny neck that i cant seem to shake. I have got to do this for them and for me.
God help us all.
X
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Originally Posted by Dee74 
hang in there dreamr and peacehappyness - that irritable and foggy phase will pass, I promise
welcome hothow and gilmer and welcome back Avra - have you guys got any ideas on what you might do differently this time?
I'm sorry to hear about your FIL Avra.
D
welcome hothow and gilmer and welcome back Avra - have you guys got any ideas on what you might do differently this time?
I'm sorry to hear about your FIL Avra.
D
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Join Date: Dec 2012
Location: USA
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When will I learn? Fell off the boat this weekend and lost my membership in the Class of August 2013. Was doing great but forgot why I quit drinking and started listening to my own twisted logic about why I could drink again. Anyway, ninety steps forward and two steps back, time to start hiking forward again. 
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Join Date: Nov 2013
Location: Churchill, Manitoba
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Hi classmates.
Hard day yesterday.
A co-worker asked me round for an early Christmas glass of wine and I began to think it was a good idea. I declined but this led to a 3 hour, barely contained, anxiety attack that finally subsided with yet more of the spicy food and Green/white tea I drink now.
I guess I began thinking about the holidays and the challenges ahead. Many of us are, I am sure.
Woke today and felt very proud of myself. Ready for day 9.
Good luck to all you guys for the challenges today (from freezing Manitoba) - Especially the newcomers. You have joined an awesome, supportive group who know a lot of what you are facing each day.
Hard day yesterday.
A co-worker asked me round for an early Christmas glass of wine and I began to think it was a good idea. I declined but this led to a 3 hour, barely contained, anxiety attack that finally subsided with yet more of the spicy food and Green/white tea I drink now.
I guess I began thinking about the holidays and the challenges ahead. Many of us are, I am sure.
Woke today and felt very proud of myself. Ready for day 9.
Good luck to all you guys for the challenges today (from freezing Manitoba) - Especially the newcomers. You have joined an awesome, supportive group who know a lot of what you are facing each day.
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Join Date: Oct 2013
Location: Oregon
Posts: 37
Originally Posted by Avra
Well not that it is a valid excuse, but my husband decided to drink because he is going through some stress with his dad having stage 4 lung cancer. I caved, i guess I used it as an excuse.
The reality is his dad is going to get worse and my hubbie will probably drink again many times over it. I am going to just have to decide to not drink myself. I guess there will always be some stress in life, i cant cave everytime like that.
The reality is his dad is going to get worse and my hubbie will probably drink again many times over it. I am going to just have to decide to not drink myself. I guess there will always be some stress in life, i cant cave everytime like that.
Now I've revised my way of thinking and found that it is possible for me to stop even when there is alcohol available. I hope when she is ready she will stop with me.
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Welcome, Jenn80, Scampered, and BalinChane!
Jenn80, wishing you success on your new plan!
Vedette, good luck with your first AA meeting!
Scampered, I'm still consumed by thoughts of drinking, too. It's hard, but I know it won't be like this forever.
BttrL8ThnNvr, AWESOME that you stayed strong yesterday!
I finally got some motivation to run today, it felt good! Day 10 here, we can do this, guys!
Jenn80, wishing you success on your new plan!
Vedette, good luck with your first AA meeting!
Scampered, I'm still consumed by thoughts of drinking, too. It's hard, but I know it won't be like this forever.
BttrL8ThnNvr, AWESOME that you stayed strong yesterday!
I finally got some motivation to run today, it felt good! Day 10 here, we can do this, guys!
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