Class of July 2013 Pt 4
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Join Date: Jul 2011
Posts: 1,462
Dragon and sicknote..I kind of feel the same way. Even though I don't think I have truly accepted forever , I am happy to be not drinking for a long, long time. I also noticed a change in myself today and yesterday- my outlook seems brighter, I feel more positive and just natural about everything. Maybe kind of like myself again. I vaguely remember feeling like this around this time (24 days) last fall too when I had 2 months. It's amazing because at say day 13 or 14, I felt great and didn't really think I could feel any different or better, besides the cravings going away. But things really do change. And I am so looking forward to what's ahead!
Member
Join Date: Apr 2013
Location: Pennsylvania
Posts: 3,313
I'm feeling a little different this time around too. Even when AV tries to encourage me, the thought of going back to my old, sneaky drinking ways makes me cringe. This was the first weekend in awhile that I didn't feel like it was a struggle. Just felt happy, calm and relaxed. I know I can't think about "forever", but for now (this moment 
)I am actually "ok" with being an alcoholic who cannot drink like a normal person. It no longer feels like a death sentence. There could be far worse things in life to have to deal with. I'm sure there will be days where I will be back to having a pity party, but for now I am going to be grateful that I caught this thing before it ruined my life.
Off to bed now. Night all!
)I am actually "ok" with being an alcoholic who cannot drink like a normal person. It no longer feels like a death sentence. There could be far worse things in life to have to deal with. I'm sure there will be days where I will be back to having a pity party, but for now I am going to be grateful that I caught this thing before it ruined my life.Off to bed now. Night all!
Breaking Thru
Join Date: Jan 2013
Location: SW Pennsylvania
Posts: 1,219
Originally Posted by sicknote 
Day 18 for me, longest I've gone in probably 5+ years for sure.
Day 9 was way better than day 8 . Sundays usually are since I don't drink and my connect takes Sunday's off . I wouldn't be calling anyway.
Listen up guys n gals.....lol
We together seem to be rollin right along. A new week is coming
Be on guard
Tr
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Join Date: Apr 2013
Location: Canada
Posts: 3,997
Hi, everyone!
Posting from my hotel on my last evening in the big smoke. I had the most brilliant time at my TV show's fan week-end. Met lots of great people, just came from a lovely dinner, wine served and I didn't even miss it! Lots of fun events, laughter, the whole experience really exceeded my expectations!
Nice to catch up with everyone, we all seem to be holding our own, let's keep it going!
Night all!
Posting from my hotel on my last evening in the big smoke. I had the most brilliant time at my TV show's fan week-end. Met lots of great people, just came from a lovely dinner, wine served and I didn't even miss it! Lots of fun events, laughter, the whole experience really exceeded my expectations!
Nice to catch up with everyone, we all seem to be holding our own, let's keep it going!
Night all!
Member
Join Date: May 2013
Location: Northern California
Posts: 563
Hello all!
Approaching the end of day 22 here. Went to a street fair yesterday and I think that was the toughest challenge to date. Weather was gorgeous, and on the hot side, and it seemed like everyone - well, every adult - was walking around with a beer. Boy did I want one too! I really, really wanted one. But had bottled water instead. And yummy peach gelato.
Went out to dinner after, fun little seafood place, ordered root beer with dinner. Was an easier environment than the street fair.
Today went to a family bbq at my boyfriend's brothers house. Boyfriend's brother and sister drank beer, but everyone else drank soda or water. Really wanted a beer again - outside, great weather, social setting - my perfect drinking scene. But half way through the afternoon we were all laughing so hard and having such a great time I didn't miss it. I honestly can't remember laughing so much without alcohol in the mix. Nice to discover it's possible!
Felt good about not caving in to temptation this weekend but I'm really disturbed by how strong the urge was at this three week point. I try to keep reminding myself of how I felt physically, mentally, and emotionally when I drank. I also keep reminding myself of all my friends who died from alcohol related causes. Telling myself that alcohol is poison, and I don't poison myself. And I want to be a good influence on my boyfriend, who is also newly sober. Even though I know each of us is responsible for our own sobriety, I still don't want to give him any reason to drink again!
Time to get some sleep. Can't believe how quickly the weekend went and that it's back to work again so soon!
Keep up the great work Class of July!
Approaching the end of day 22 here. Went to a street fair yesterday and I think that was the toughest challenge to date. Weather was gorgeous, and on the hot side, and it seemed like everyone - well, every adult - was walking around with a beer. Boy did I want one too! I really, really wanted one. But had bottled water instead. And yummy peach gelato.
Went out to dinner after, fun little seafood place, ordered root beer with dinner. Was an easier environment than the street fair.
Today went to a family bbq at my boyfriend's brothers house. Boyfriend's brother and sister drank beer, but everyone else drank soda or water. Really wanted a beer again - outside, great weather, social setting - my perfect drinking scene. But half way through the afternoon we were all laughing so hard and having such a great time I didn't miss it. I honestly can't remember laughing so much without alcohol in the mix. Nice to discover it's possible!
Felt good about not caving in to temptation this weekend but I'm really disturbed by how strong the urge was at this three week point. I try to keep reminding myself of how I felt physically, mentally, and emotionally when I drank. I also keep reminding myself of all my friends who died from alcohol related causes. Telling myself that alcohol is poison, and I don't poison myself. And I want to be a good influence on my boyfriend, who is also newly sober. Even though I know each of us is responsible for our own sobriety, I still don't want to give him any reason to drink again!
Time to get some sleep. Can't believe how quickly the weekend went and that it's back to work again so soon!
Keep up the great work Class of July!
The Little Alcoholic Monstress That Could
Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: Northern California
Posts: 1,159
Im so proud of each and every one of you. Everyone has really been on top of their game! Day 13 ending and im in bed sleepy. My big little 29 pound bundle of joy is sleeping soundly and we have a fun week planned ahead. School starts next Monday and im ready to dig in and get all A's. All things are possible through sobriety and I pray I keep it up n u guys do too!
Night all..
Night all..
Member
Join Date: Jul 2013
Location: Scotland
Posts: 11
Morning all! Thanks so much for your support...the evening went fine and I didn't even feel tempted - once I'd got past the danger zone of 3-5pm the cravings disappeared!
Got a day off work today, going to see shows with family who are visiting and am grateful to be feeling fine and no hangover!
Well done everyone - doing so well. Here's to another good week (toasts with coffee
).
Got a day off work today, going to see shows with family who are visiting and am grateful to be feeling fine and no hangover!
Well done everyone - doing so well. Here's to another good week (toasts with coffee
).
Re-Member
Join Date: Jul 2013
Location: USA
Posts: 7,909
Day 24 complete. It was a good one. Had probably the best day at work I've had since I started there. Came home to a nice home-cooked dinner, watched the season premiere of "Breaking Bad," played a lot of video games. Had a weird night's sleep where instead of dreaming of drinking like a normal alcoholic would, I dreamt I went to an AA meeting. Strange.
Day 25 starts now. I'm off work. No specific plans.
Day 25 starts now. I'm off work. No specific plans.
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Join Date: Aug 2013
Location: Ma
Posts: 3,553
Day 17 and still plugging along.
I had a sleepless night so I'm not really with it.
Long story short my dog ate something that could have been bad for her.
I was so worried that I kept checking on her all night.She's fine but we both got very little sleep.
I had a sleepless night so I'm not really with it.
Long story short my dog ate something that could have been bad for her.
I was so worried that I kept checking on her all night.She's fine but we both got very little sleep.
Member
Join Date: Apr 2013
Location: Pennsylvania
Posts: 3,313
Hi everyone, just checking in on Day 11. Nothing too exciting to report. AV showed up for a little this morning and tried to tempt me, but it didn't put up too much of a fight. Felt good to say "NO, GO AWAY!" and have it listen, for once
Hope everyone is having a great Monday. We are all doing SO WELL, keep it up everyone
Hope everyone is having a great Monday. We are all doing SO WELL, keep it up everyone
Member
Join Date: May 2013
Location: Northern California
Posts: 563
Originally Posted by resolute50
Day 17 and still plugging along.
I had a sleepless night so I'm not really with it.
Long story short my dog ate something that could have been bad for her.
I was so worried that I kept checking on her all night.She's fine but we both got very little sleep.
I had a sleepless night so I'm not really with it.
Long story short my dog ate something that could have been bad for her.
I was so worried that I kept checking on her all night.She's fine but we both got very little sleep.
Glad to hear she is fine!
NCG
Breaking Thru
Join Date: Jan 2013
Location: SW Pennsylvania
Posts: 1,219
Originally Posted by Ladybug2
Felt good to say "NO, GO AWAY!" and have it listen, for once
Tr
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