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05-06-2008, 06:57 PM

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MNGirlyGirl

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A Long Winter

I've had some struggles this year. Lost my dog, got ill and found I was addicted to a benzo and have been suffering lots of anxiety. Started drinking again and am feeling done with it after a severe panic attack from a little binge. Am on day three. Just wanted to check in and find some support.

05-06-2008, 06:58 PM

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NOMOMERLOTMAMMA

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Support here..

Big hugs

Karen

05-06-2008, 07:02 PM

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Bard

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You want support then you got it! I'm right there in the trenches with you batling it out as well. Only on day one after getting knocked off the horse. Anything you feel you're not alone in!

05-06-2008, 07:15 PM

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CarolD

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Good to have you here with us again
and to know you are back on track.

05-06-2008, 08:15 PM

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nandm

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Welcome back to SR!

05-06-2008, 08:24 PM

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serenityqueen

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So glad you made it back.

You know you can count on us. We have all went back out at one time or another. Just remember what you've learned and don't make the same mistakes twice.

God Bless &Thank God . . . Just for Today,
Judy

05-07-2008, 04:08 AM

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Tazman53

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Welcome back to SR GirlyGirl! My condolances on your dog.

Glad to hear you are back on the wagon, so what are you going to do different this time to stay sober?

05-07-2008, 04:32 AM

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TigerLili

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Getting started

good luck girlygirl. i'm getting started again too.

05-07-2008, 05:42 AM

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problemchild

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Thats the thing to do , pick up recovery where you left off, and try something diffrent so you don't continue the cycle. Main thing is don't give up..

Take care,
John

05-07-2008, 09:23 AM

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KaiK

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Hi Girly!

You CAN DO THIS!! I continue to be amazed every day by the support here on this site. There's a lot of wisdom here. You know what you need to do... Immerse yourself in AA and really WORK the program... Keep coming back here, too! So glad you're back!

Kai

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05-07-2008, 10:13 AM

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justanothrdrunk

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This winter in MN has been long! The end is here. I was just mowing my lawn and the Mrs. has been working in the garden.

Hang in there!

05-07-2008, 10:41 AM

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RufusACanal

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Hmmm...

05-07-2008, 12:57 PM

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MNGirlyGirl

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Tazman53

Welcome back to SR GirlyGirl! My condolances on your dog.

Glad to hear you are back on the wagon, so what are you going to do different this time to stay sober?

I'm going to get back to meetings and get a sponsor and actually get past Step 4. Hey, I might just do all 12!

05-07-2008, 12:59 PM

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MNGirlyGirl

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05-07-2008, 02:51 PM

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Barto

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Many AA members had to relapse several times before they were able to surrender. There is no shame in it. Welcome back.

05-07-2008, 02:57 PM

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Rowan

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Welcome back. I started drinking again several years ago after getting hooked on benzos. You can do this - I'm glad you've got a plan in place. Make sure you follow it - and keep checking in.

05-07-2008, 11:48 PM

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chip

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We stand beside you, girlygirl. Keep working at it.
chip

05-08-2008, 12:48 AM

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Cathy31

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Originally Posted by MNGirlyGirl

I'm going to get back to meetings and get a sponsor and actually get past Step 4. Hey, I might just do all 12!

Welcome back!!!!

The steps work. Good plan.

Cathy31
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05-08-2008, 02:39 AM

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Tazman53

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I'm going to get back to meetings and get a sponsor and actually get past Step 4. Hey, I might just do all 12!

The steps were the real key to having the drink problem lifted, I will be honest and say I have never heard of anyone that did steps 4 & 5 not finish the rest, I am sure it has happened though.

The most important thing to remember is that when we have done all 12 steps it does not mean we have graduated or are cured, completion of the steps is merely the beginning of a beautiful journey as long as we continue to practice these principles in all of our affairs on a daily basis.

05-08-2008, 06:02 AM

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22NGONE

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Girly girl,

Welcome back! Do not be hard on yourself just come up with a plan and work it! Remember insanity is doing the same thing and expecting different results. :-)

Good luck!

John