Class Of November 2012 - Part 2
"Why So Serious?"
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That actually reminds me of another rule they usually preach. Guys stick with the guys and girls stick with the girls. Hardcore AA members wouldn't approve of male members giving a female newcomer their numbers.
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I'm not an AA member but it's saved a lot of my friends lives.
It's a pretty black and white programme as written - some people like that, others hate it.
It's really simple I think - if AA doesn't work for you, there's lots of other things to try
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It's a pretty black and white programme as written - some people like that, others hate it.
It's really simple I think - if AA doesn't work for you, there's lots of other things to try
D
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Join Date: Nov 2012
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Oh my ex was so black and white. So rigid. I can see why AA was perfect for him. My sponsor in Al-Anon helped me get through all the stuff that turned my life to a living hell when I was with him. I really did like Al-Anon, so I think that is why I want to do AA. It was much less rigid than AA, but the principals were the same.
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Good Afternoon, everyone!
I am here to join your "class of November, 2012." I have been a member of many SR "classes" in the past, and unfortunately, was left back a few years, or failed a grade, whatever you may call it in your part of the world.
I have been trying to quit drinking for many, many years now. Sometimes I was successful for a few months, but never more than that. Sometimes I even did a good job of "controlling" my drinking, but it didn't last long. Try as I might, I was not successful until now when I find myself in a situation where I am "forced" to be successful at this. I was in an accident, got a DUI, something I NEVER thought would happen to me. My life changed in an instant, and the life I had planned for myself, both short term and long term, will now have to change as a result. But, after crying over it for the past two weeks, I have come to look at it as this situation may have well saved my life. I am very thankful and very grateful that I did not kill or injure another person, or myself in the accident.
So, I haven't had a drink in 14 days today. I "fought" going to AA in the past, went to a couple of meetings and decided it was not for me. Well, now, I am back in AA, and I have been every day since that horrible night. And I am still finding my way around, going to different meetings in my area, hoping to find one that I "click" with. I am sure it will take time.
Anyway, just thought I'd introduce myself and say hello. I plan to stick around for quite some time. (Hi, Dee!)
Marine
(I am female - many folks think I am a male because of my name).
I am here to join your "class of November, 2012." I have been a member of many SR "classes" in the past, and unfortunately, was left back a few years, or failed a grade, whatever you may call it in your part of the world.
I have been trying to quit drinking for many, many years now. Sometimes I was successful for a few months, but never more than that. Sometimes I even did a good job of "controlling" my drinking, but it didn't last long. Try as I might, I was not successful until now when I find myself in a situation where I am "forced" to be successful at this. I was in an accident, got a DUI, something I NEVER thought would happen to me. My life changed in an instant, and the life I had planned for myself, both short term and long term, will now have to change as a result. But, after crying over it for the past two weeks, I have come to look at it as this situation may have well saved my life. I am very thankful and very grateful that I did not kill or injure another person, or myself in the accident.
So, I haven't had a drink in 14 days today. I "fought" going to AA in the past, went to a couple of meetings and decided it was not for me. Well, now, I am back in AA, and I have been every day since that horrible night. And I am still finding my way around, going to different meetings in my area, hoping to find one that I "click" with. I am sure it will take time.
Anyway, just thought I'd introduce myself and say hello. I plan to stick around for quite some time. (Hi, Dee!)
Marine
(I am female - many folks think I am a male because of my name).
Recognizes the Beast
Join Date: Nov 2012
Location: In the kitchen, cooking up a storm
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Hi Marine, welcome!
I too have been part of a previous class only to "flunk out", so no worries there, you're not the only one. I too have controlled my drinking when the situation has called for it. But that has only lessened the damage instead of removing it all together.
Anyways welcome again, we have a group of really lovely people here in November that are very welcoming and supportive of any decisions or struggles you have.
This is my second sober weekend, day 15. Definitely not as active as yesterday. Lots of football (Grey Cup here in Canada) and a little cooking. Oh yeah, and a run this morning. Getting geared up for the new week ahead. Next stop: three weeks
I too have been part of a previous class only to "flunk out", so no worries there, you're not the only one. I too have controlled my drinking when the situation has called for it. But that has only lessened the damage instead of removing it all together.
Anyways welcome again, we have a group of really lovely people here in November that are very welcoming and supportive of any decisions or struggles you have.
This is my second sober weekend, day 15. Definitely not as active as yesterday. Lots of football (Grey Cup here in Canada) and a little cooking. Oh yeah, and a run this morning. Getting geared up for the new week ahead. Next stop: three weeks
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Originally Posted by Marine28 
Good Afternoon, everyone!
I am here to join your "class of November, 2012." I have been a member of many SR "classes" in the past, and unfortunately, was left back a few years, or failed a grade, whatever you may call it in your part of the world.
I have been trying to quit drinking for many, many years now. Sometimes I was successful for a few months, but never more than that. Sometimes I even did a good job of "controlling" my drinking, but it didn't last long. Try as I might, I was not successful until now when I find myself in a situation where I am "forced" to be successful at this. I was in an accident, got a DUI, something I NEVER thought would happen to me. My life changed in an instant, and the life I had planned for myself, both short term and long term, will now have to change as a result. But, after crying over it for the past two weeks, I have come to look at it as this situation may have well saved my life. I am very thankful and very grateful that I did not kill or injure another person, or myself in the accident.
So, I haven't had a drink in 14 days today. I "fought" going to AA in the past, went to a couple of meetings and decided it was not for me. Well, now, I am back in AA, and I have been every day since that horrible night. And I am still finding my way around, going to different meetings in my area, hoping to find one that I "click" with. I am sure it will take time.
Anyway, just thought I'd introduce myself and say hello. I plan to stick around for quite some time. (Hi, Dee!)
Marine
(I am female - many folks think I am a male because of my name).
I am here to join your "class of November, 2012." I have been a member of many SR "classes" in the past, and unfortunately, was left back a few years, or failed a grade, whatever you may call it in your part of the world.
I have been trying to quit drinking for many, many years now. Sometimes I was successful for a few months, but never more than that. Sometimes I even did a good job of "controlling" my drinking, but it didn't last long. Try as I might, I was not successful until now when I find myself in a situation where I am "forced" to be successful at this. I was in an accident, got a DUI, something I NEVER thought would happen to me. My life changed in an instant, and the life I had planned for myself, both short term and long term, will now have to change as a result. But, after crying over it for the past two weeks, I have come to look at it as this situation may have well saved my life. I am very thankful and very grateful that I did not kill or injure another person, or myself in the accident.
So, I haven't had a drink in 14 days today. I "fought" going to AA in the past, went to a couple of meetings and decided it was not for me. Well, now, I am back in AA, and I have been every day since that horrible night. And I am still finding my way around, going to different meetings in my area, hoping to find one that I "click" with. I am sure it will take time.
Anyway, just thought I'd introduce myself and say hello. I plan to stick around for quite some time. (Hi, Dee!)
Marine
(I am female - many folks think I am a male because of my name).
I am looking for a meeting to click with too. Am so excited to see you trying to fix your life.
Thanks for clarifying you are a woman. And thank you for serving our country.
I hope that in November 2013 we can all laugh about what brought us here and stay together.
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Join Date: Nov 2012
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Somewhere here I found out about PAWS. Post Acute Withdrawal Symptoms. This really hit home. It was quite helpful for me where I am now and I would like to share it with you
Post Acute Withdrawl - Relapse Prevention Specialists - TLC The Living Center
Post Acute Withdrawl - Relapse Prevention Specialists - TLC The Living Center
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Day 3 has almost passed for me, and with this awful cold, and after my Thanksgiving slip, today was easy. I hope I find it so easy forever, but know that cannot last. But, i do feel that I have a grasp back to the feeling i had when i got 4 months sober. I feel like my head has a clearer focus. I just was lost for a bit thinking I could try to be normal again. In denial of my health issues and drinking issues. But I am in control of my health and drinking if I decide to be.
So, time to kick this cold, get back to my strict eating habits and exercise and stop my pity party. I have lots to be thankful for. So many resources to use to get well. I need to focus on that.
SR is one of those resources.
So, time to kick this cold, get back to my strict eating habits and exercise and stop my pity party. I have lots to be thankful for. So many resources to use to get well. I need to focus on that.
SR is one of those resources.
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