Tomorrow is crunch time!
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Tomorrow is crunch time!
The one event that I have been looking forward to but also dreading the most, is nearly here!
It my first car show of the season where I camp over with friends.
It has always been the starter of the show season and one of my favourites. Thing is, whenever I have been before I have always been drinking.
"Beer o'clock," is the phrase that I will here as soon as the camper vans are parked up and for the first time ever I will be refusing!
I have packed loads of soft drinks and planned that I will just walk around if the campfire drinking gets annoying!
My friends know I am not drinking but don't know why ! I have decided, just like I did when I went out last week, that I am going to tell them I am in recovery. My partner is more worried than me I think about me drinking again. I have no intention of doing so and if I get tempted, then I will post on here whilst going for a wander.
My biggest worry is I won't like it anymore or I will see everyone differently.
I guess I will have to see? My life is in the hands of a higher power now and i know I will be kept safe.
It my first car show of the season where I camp over with friends.
It has always been the starter of the show season and one of my favourites. Thing is, whenever I have been before I have always been drinking.
"Beer o'clock," is the phrase that I will here as soon as the camper vans are parked up and for the first time ever I will be refusing!
I have packed loads of soft drinks and planned that I will just walk around if the campfire drinking gets annoying!
My friends know I am not drinking but don't know why ! I have decided, just like I did when I went out last week, that I am going to tell them I am in recovery. My partner is more worried than me I think about me drinking again. I have no intention of doing so and if I get tempted, then I will post on here whilst going for a wander.
My biggest worry is I won't like it anymore or I will see everyone differently.
I guess I will have to see? My life is in the hands of a higher power now and i know I will be kept safe.
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Good that you posted about your concerns Buggirl.
I remember all the 'firsts' when I quit. I never did anything social without alcohol - the first holidays felt strange - vacations - birthdays. I sometimes felt a little sorry for myself, a little sad - but once I got over those hurdles I was very excited for my new life. It's a huge relief when we realize we can enjoy ourselves without alcohol. I remember thinking that could never happen. Please do keep us informed.
I think it's going to go far better than you imagine.
I remember all the 'firsts' when I quit. I never did anything social without alcohol - the first holidays felt strange - vacations - birthdays. I sometimes felt a little sorry for myself, a little sad - but once I got over those hurdles I was very excited for my new life. It's a huge relief when we realize we can enjoy ourselves without alcohol. I remember thinking that could never happen. Please do keep us informed.
I think it's going to go far better than you imagine.
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Hi Buggirl,
As I have been doing my sober "firsts", always am a bit afraid, then it works out way better than I anticipated....I am sure you will do fine!
And good idea to have a plan. That helps!
One suggestion, bring some bottled water too! Too much pop and sugar won't make you feel good....
As I have been doing my sober "firsts", always am a bit afraid, then it works out way better than I anticipated....I am sure you will do fine!
And good idea to have a plan. That helps!
One suggestion, bring some bottled water too! Too much pop and sugar won't make you feel good....
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Hi all from my campervan! I have got through the first day/ night and found out that I can have a laugh without the demon! I have also found how people think that they have to drink to have a good time. Also seen how strange it is when peoples views change because of people being drunk! So strange. I will let you know how tomorrow goes night all!
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Thanks guys, just got up and have a splitting headache, kind of ironic really! Lol. Very cold last night and not had much sleep, I guess I used to just pass out before, so never noticed!
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Originally Posted by Buggirl 
Hi all from my campervan! I have got through the first day/ night and found out that I can have a laugh without the demon! I have also found how people think that they have to drink to have a good time. Also seen how strange it is when peoples views change because of people being drunk! So strange. I will let you know how tomorrow goes night all!
I'm pleased things are going well. I went to a music festival last year before I relapsed and every time I had been before, I'd been completely wasted and ended up unwell for a week afterwards.
It was actually really good to go there and not feel horrible and be able to drive home afterwards without feeling gross!
Have a lovely time and hang out here if you need to :-)
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Thanks guys! Day and night two all ok! I am just sat having a hot chocolate in my van. I am listening to all the drunk folk at other camps. If only they knew they could have that much fun and actually be able to remember it in the morning without alcohol!
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