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Old 11-10-2013, 06:17 PM
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5 Years

Just realized today that yesterday was my five years.

It was a long road and I used many tools. Out patient rehab, therapy, psychiatrists, AA, in patient rehab, and SR.

I started young and knew from my first drunk I would have a difficult time controlling it. I spent most of my drinking career attempting to do so. I failed miserably.

Eventually, about 17 years after that first drunk, I got more miserable than I thought was possible. I hated who I was. When I looked in the mirror I got throw up in my throat. I just wanted to be happy.

The things I've learn in AA and SR have been invaluable. Thank you all for being here to share and help me remain sober AND happy. I finally am.

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WOW, 5 years! That is amazing PaperDolls, thank you for sharing that. I love these posts, they are a consistent reminder that this CAN be done!
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Old 11-10-2013, 06:29 PM
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Love it!!! Congratulations to you!!! 5 Years!!! WOW!!!
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Old 11-10-2013, 06:33 PM
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Congratulations and thanks for sharing this impressive accomplishment!
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Old 11-10-2013, 06:44 PM
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YEAH!!
Congrats PaperDolls!!
5 Years!! AWWWESOME!!


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Old 11-10-2013, 06:44 PM
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Five years is a wonderful accomplishment. I'm so glad you are happy.
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Old 11-10-2013, 06:50 PM
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Congratulations Paper Dolls.

5 years is a big milestone. Just reminded me about life taking on new meaning. Back in the early '80s, AA was conducting a membership survey. To be counted you had to be 5 years or more sober. I was only about 3 years so I didn't count. Very disappointing. lol.
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Old 11-10-2013, 06:54 PM
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Congrats, 5 is quite an accomplishment
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Old 11-11-2013, 03:25 AM
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Old 11-11-2013, 04:02 AM
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Old 11-11-2013, 04:32 AM
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Congratulations PaperDolls! Well done

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Happy Sober Birthday PaperDolls!

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Old 11-11-2013, 05:59 AM
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Old 11-11-2013, 06:03 AM
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Originally Posted by PaperDolls View Post

Just realized today that yesterday was my five years.
congratulations

that is a nice sober accomplishment

wishing for you many more
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Old 11-11-2013, 08:28 AM
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very cool, Paper Dolls
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Old 11-11-2013, 12:51 PM
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Congrats! 5 years is HUGE
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