Serenity, I have read the post you mean, there but for the grace of god. Lets hope he gets some conclusion soon and can start to heal and rebuild his life.
TJV Sounds like you are enjoying your extended holiday, glad your not going home with a new addiction!
Never had my shins hurt from walking, my calf's and hips often ache but never shins. Guess we are all different.
Thanks Kay, yes some days are ridiculously difficult, not just the not drinking but stuff, life is hard. I always feel like I am in survival mode.
Your aquariums sound interesting, never heard of shrimps as pets before.
Rd2 your doing amazing and thanks for the support and encouragement.
Bonnie pain grinds us down be it physical or mental. Not long till your op now. Hopefully then it will all be a distant memory and you will be bouncing about like a kid, putting us all to shame with your exercise regimes.
Dafunbra 57 days, well done. Must of been a big confidence boost when your boss complemented your healthy appearance - keep up the good work.