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Old 03-30-2017, 12:38 PM
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Since I took my last drink on 30 March 2009. Next morning coming off my last bender I thought "I can't do this anymore". The entire way of living had become intolerable to me.

It's not only possible to put the drink down it is entirely worthwhile...and then some.

I've been blessed to have had two lives. ..the one I have today is worth living.

Keep trucking folks

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Fantastic achievement, Paulokes! Happy eighth year anniversary to you! So glad you're still here and posting your wise words of wisdom.
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Wow! Happy Anniversary!
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Thanks for sharing, congratulations!
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That's pretty amazing paulokes - congratulations on nearly a decade of sobriety. Thank you for all you do here on SR as well - your thoughful contributions are always welcomed.
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Originally Posted by paulokes View Post
Since I took my last drink on 30 March 2009. Next morning coming off my last bender I thought "I can't do this anymore". The entire way of living had become intolerable to me.

It's not only possible to put the drink down it is entirely worthwhile...and then some.

I've been blessed to have had two lives. ..the one I have today is worth living.

Keep trucking folks

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That is exactly my experience. I plan on being where you are 7 1/2 years from now.

Well done!!
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Congrats! I hope to join you in a few months!
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8 years - that is fabulous, paul. So proud of you.
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Well done.
Be proud of yourself xx
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Great stuff. As the poster above says, you should be very proud of your achievement.
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Good for you!!!!
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congratulations, paul.
and thanks for all you share here.
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That's just wonderful, Paul.

I always enjoy your posts. Thank you for being an inspiring friend to SR.
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8 years is wonderful! Thanks for sharing your positive message of hope.
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Congratulations, Paul-- it's so good to hear your experience.
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