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03-10-2015, 04:49 PM

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AutumnWillow

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First post (and on Day 2)

Hi everyone!

This is my first post and my first day that I discovered this website and I have to admit, I'm nervous, but also excited. I'm hoping to utilize this website in addition to other recovery websites and books.

My story is that I'm 30 and I just recently went through a divorce and I've been struggling with alcohol for the past ten years (on and off). In the past few months, I've had many days of bingeing and being hungover and I've realized that I'm sick of it, and I know that it is not good for me and I'm ready to quit.

03-10-2015, 04:52 PM

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Cowgirlie

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Hi AW (lovely name by the way!)
I'm sorry for your divorce but happy to see you here - welcome x

03-10-2015, 04:58 PM

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Della1968

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Hi welcome. I never drank until my divorce at 32. Good for you for doing something about it now!

03-10-2015, 05:07 PM

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Soberwolf

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Welcome Autumwillow its nice to meet youthis is a great place of advice & support

03-10-2015, 05:07 PM

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Anna

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I'm glad you found us and that you've decided to stop drinking.

03-10-2015, 05:12 PM

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least

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Welcome to the family.

Lean on us for support when you feel weak. That's what we're here for.

03-10-2015, 05:26 PM

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PurpleKnight

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Welcome to the Forum AutumnWillow!!

03-10-2015, 05:33 PM

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countrygirl2014

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This is a great place for support. Welcome aboard! Don't be afraid to ask questions

Jennifer

03-11-2015, 07:35 AM

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bloss

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Welcome
Glad you have made the decision to embrace sobriety,
Take care

03-11-2015, 07:48 AM

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SoberLeigh

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Welcome, AutumnWillow, to SR. Congratulations on your decision to lead a sober life.

03-11-2015, 07:53 AM

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Foolsgold186

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Welcome and wishing you well!

03-11-2015, 08:00 AM

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Tonks

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I also never drank a drop until my divorce, which was at 23. Welcome to our community Willow, you'll find amazing support here.

03-11-2015, 08:34 AM

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Ruby2

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Hi AW, welcome to SR.

I see a common theme emerging. I divorced at 30 and went off the rails with the drinking. I started stopping for good when I was 47. It's great you are working on this now. Stick around and read. Pick up suggestions. It's a scary step to take but it's worth it.