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Old 08-05-2016, 01:37 PM
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Three Years Today!

Today marks years (3) of being booze-free and I wanted to check in and say hi.

When I joined this site I was already past the year one mark, however I wanted to join to share some of what I went through, as well as learn from others as well. I did spend a fair amount of time here, and I'm glad to see some old friends.

I stopped participating in this site as much, mainly because alcohol was no longer an issue with me. I was lucky enough to reinvent myself to where booze really never even enters my mind any longer. I even lost my father this past month and had a horrible breakdown of the family unit as a result, and still no urge to drink. Well, no 'real' urges anyhow.

Where I live has become very popular in the micro brew scene as well, and I have even gone into them to visit. I have not had anything to drink, however part of me feels that I might be able to 'tea-tote' one beer.

But, thanks to this site, I know where that would lead to, so no-go. I said that I did not have the urge to drink, but I still do feel as if I'm missing out a bit in the night time social events, but that's just how it has to be.

Anyhow, I wanted to show my face and say hey on my three year mark. I also wanted to let the newer folks know that it can get a lot better. Even though I am missing some of the night time fun, I have made up for it 10-fold in other areas- mainly fitness and health. I'm a far cry from where I was three years ago indeed.

Again, for those who are doubting their will or desire to stop, don't. I'm even enjoying concerts again, even without the booze.

Take-care and good health to everybody and stay the course.


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Congratulations! Kudos for your hard work. Thanks for stopping in to give encouraging words. I am really sorry about the loss of your father.
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Congrats... that is awesome
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Thanks for the wonderful advice & encouragement, Lusher. Congratulations to you on your 3 years of sobriety.
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Congrats on 3 years, that is fantastic!
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Old 08-05-2016, 02:51 PM
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Congrats on 3 years!

Thank you for sharing the news.

Best wishes to you too.
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Very inspirational, thank you so much for sharing!
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Three is my favorite number!! Congratulations! And thanks for sharing a part of your story.

I'm inspired!
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Old 08-05-2016, 03:23 PM
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Congratulations on 3 years!!!
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Thank you for sharing those encouraging words, Lusher. I am really sorry about the loss of your father.
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Congratulations, Lusher! Thank you for sharing this milestone.
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Congratulations on 3 years! way to go! And thank you for stopping by with the encouraging words for us newbies. Very sorry about your father, and wishing you the best.
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