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Old 12-06-2018, 07:47 AM
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Hi all, I have been around the forum for a while reading but this is my first post. I'm a 42 year old alcoholic male from the UK. I am currently 9 months sober after my last binge. I decided to start posting as a form of extra support with the upcoming holiday season always being a big trigger. Thanks
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Old 12-06-2018, 08:01 AM
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Welcome Wil76! Congratulations on 9 months.
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Old 12-06-2018, 08:33 AM
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Welcome, Wil76!

Congratulations on 9 months.

Happy you decided to post for extra support.
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Old 12-06-2018, 08:34 AM
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Yes, welcome and congratulations on nine months. That's great.
It's great to have you here, and yes the holidays can be stressful so I hope you come here and post and read to realize you're not alone.
Best to you.
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Old 12-06-2018, 08:40 AM
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Thanks guys. Will be a testing time for me as my father died 6 weeks ago, so will be on my own this year, but I will be sober.
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Old 12-06-2018, 11:39 AM
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Welcome aboard Wil76. Glad to have you.
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Old 12-06-2018, 04:32 PM
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Welcome to the posting side of things Wil

This will be my 12th sober Christmas (I think?)
Much prefer it this way

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Old 12-06-2018, 06:20 PM
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It's great to have you with us, Wil.

I'm so sorry about your father. I hope you'll stay with us & keep posting. Holidays are rough when we're newly sober, but you'll feel so good getting over this hurdle. There's nothing in it for us - only misery.
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Old 12-06-2018, 06:25 PM
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Hi Wil76. Welcome. Glad you decided to join us.
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Old 12-06-2018, 07:29 PM
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Hi Wil. Coming here for reinforcement was a smart move. I'm also 42, became sober at 40, and it's been simply great.
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Old 12-06-2018, 07:37 PM
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Hi Wil and welcome to SR! Great that you decided to get involved. 9 months is fantastic and amazing to do all on your own. You will be happy with the support here!
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Old 12-06-2018, 08:51 PM
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Hi Will. Tremendously fantastic that you made it to 9 months on your own - how the heck did you do it? I am so sorry for the loss of your father - and even more kudos to you for making it through that and staying sober.

I think you need a round of applause . Welcome to SR
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Old 12-06-2018, 08:52 PM
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Welcome to the family Wil. Congrats on nine months sober! You'll find lots of support here.
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Old 12-06-2018, 11:34 PM
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Welcome Wil
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Old 12-07-2018, 11:39 PM
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Hi Will
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