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Old 01-25-2012, 01:40 PM
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Hi all,

My name is Kat, I'm 30 years old with a beautiful 2 year old daughter and an amazingly supportive fiance. Alcohol has caused me a lot of strife throughout my life, and I've finally realized that I am not someone who can moderate their drinking. Although I am very early in my recovery, I am quite confident in my sobriety. I am done drinking, and I will never do it again. It has caused me too much pain. I have a wonderful life, and I would like to keep it that way. I don't want my daughter to go through the same things that I went through growing up. There are so many other enjoyable activities that I can partake in that don't involve drinking. Looking to meet / chat with all of you. I think that support is what I really need more than anything right now.

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Old 01-25-2012, 01:45 PM
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Hi Kat! Welcome to SR
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Old 01-25-2012, 01:45 PM
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Welcome to SR Kat, and welcome to sobriety, it's a wonderful ride.


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Old 01-25-2012, 01:51 PM
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Welcome and good luck. You will find lots of support here. I have.
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Old 01-25-2012, 01:56 PM
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Hi Kat! I'm a mommy to a 2 year old too! Sounds like you also grew up in an alcoholic home, so did I.. so you know how it feels to be raised in that environment. Your recovery is the best gift you can give yourself, but also the best gift you can give that little girl. We're here for you!
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Old 01-25-2012, 01:56 PM
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Wow, all of the responses already, this is great and exactly what I needed. Thank you all for the warm welcome
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Old 01-25-2012, 01:59 PM
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Welcome Kat!!! This is a great place to come too!!! Also congratulations on your choice to quit drinking!! Like you I have a wonderful husband and children but found myself spiraling out of control!! You will love SR as there are so many wonderful people who know exactly what you are going through!!! We are all in this together!! Lind
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Old 01-25-2012, 02:02 PM
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Welcome Kat! You've found a wonderful place for support, encouragement and hope. It's great that at 30 you've realized you have no control when you pick up. You'll never have to go through the hell that many of us did. Congratulations on your new life.
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Old 01-25-2012, 02:03 PM
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Old 01-25-2012, 02:06 PM
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welcome to SR Kat4184

You'll find a lot of support and encouragement here

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Old 01-25-2012, 02:07 PM
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Welcome Kat!

Looking forward to getting to know you. Keep posting and reading.

Best wishes.

God bless.
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Old 01-25-2012, 02:09 PM
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Welcome Kat.

You will definately find support here. Looking forward to getting to know you.

God bless.
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Old 01-25-2012, 02:30 PM
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Old 01-25-2012, 03:31 PM
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Welcome..pull up a chair!
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Old 01-25-2012, 06:24 PM
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Welcome Kat!

How wonderful that your daughter will have a sober mom!

Glad you found this forum - aside from the wonderful people and great support, it's so convenient (helps when you only have limited breaks with a 2-year old running around!).

Congratulations on your sobriety!
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