Day 8

[rachange]

I don't know y I didn't do this along time ago. I guess I didn't make it to the point where this is really hard or maybe I haven't gotten to that step yet. Maybe I've just realized what I have to loose. I have a GREAT job, a room mate that keeps me around even though she's been most effected by my drinking She's great, a house I am proud of, and a guy that loves me. I could have lost all those things just a week ago, but I didn't I got a second chance and I can't imagine screwing it up! I guess jail for the day really kicked my a$$ into shape. At least it was painless even if I do have a criminal record now. I'm disappointed in myself that it took such an extreme to happen to me. In January there was a tragic accident locally which 4 guys and a young boy were killed. 3 of the guys in the car were drunk 1 was sober but he didn't take the keys. 1 person from each car survived. I thought that had changed me but it didn't last. For some around here it didn't make a difference they didn't even slow down. The more I look at people from this point I feel like my problem started when I was just trying to keep up with the crowd. I hope other people get the chance to change.

[CarolD]

I'm glad to see you are making progress!

I was just trying to keep up with the crowd. I hope other people get the chance to change.

When I started AA my crowd was full of excessive drinkers.
Most of us lived in a large apartment house in D.C.
all single and working.

While no one was rude about my sobriety...
they were not interested....and we had little in common

I had made positive changes and found new AA friends
that shared my new goals and lifestyles.

In the last 23 ears....25 are dead. before 60
Unchecked alcoholism kills.

Take care Be a winner over alcohol!

[Anna]

Hi Rachange,

Congratulations on Day 8!

I remember when I first stopped drinking how I desparately wanted everything to be 'fixed' and all the regrets I had. But, I am so grateful that I stopped drinking when I did because no matter what happens tomorrow, I have had an amazing experience in the years since I stopped.

Keep moving forward!

[namommy]

Rachange, Good for you.
When I saw the title of your post I just made a victory fist and said "Yes".

Keep going, and each day turns into another.

Remember, stay away from people, places, and things. You need to change your playmates, playgrounds, and playthings.

[Fluttering]

Outstanding....DAY 8 !! You are hanging in there and that is wonderful!! It may not feel that way to you yet...but the miracle is coming...

Whatever you are feeling...remember "This too shall pass" The bad days will turn into learning experiencews and the good days will be veryu good becasue you will remember them.. You will begin to see many small but wonderful works of art in life..

I am happy for you that you are keepin on keepin on!!