Yes, this ratio is known as "a good reason to celebrate". Congrats to both of you!

Glad you decided to hang out with us fools, topspin. :)

Here you go Adna!
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That's a great answer, Kitten.

I LOVE it!!! Thanks.

:lmao no halo here Adna :)

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That's a cute chick chick. LOL ;)

I survived.

Thanks! ;)

Glad you survived Up!

You're not getting rid of me that easy chick. ;)

How'd it go, Up?

I guess it was ok, I was so focused on the door. I wanted out. Have to go to 2 a week. It will get better, I am always like this.

I went in and sat down, chairs were side by side. Someone comes up an sits right next to me, I was uncomfortable. Then another person comes and sits on the other side of me. Took everything to not head for the door.

I bet that was uncomfortable. I hope it gets easier as you go more and get to know the other people.
I had a mammogram this afternoon, so I was right there with you being uncomfortable today.

I know the feeling up for sure, the ones I went to felt the same way, when I got here I was very anti meeting all together, glad you survived :)

I think that anxiety pill I took earlier is kicking my butt. I don't know if I will take it again.

Thanks Adna and ST

Talk to you guys later, have a good night.

Hey....I just joined this forum today. Do I belong in this particular thread? The last drink I had was April 13th (actually I was drinking the night before, but it went well into the early morning of the next day, so I count that day as having drank too) ANYWAY. .....Hi?? Is this just like a hangout thread? Or accountability thread? Or...?

I just call it a support thread Lucrezia - but there's elements of all 3 things - hangout, accountability and support :)

welcome aboard :)

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Welcome Lucrezia, and congratulations on one month of sobriety! We share the same quit day. Also with this date is, ScrewdUp, 3777, and ABetterLife.

The April Class is known as 'The April Fools", where you will find lots of support, we share what works for us, and what doesn't. We have lots of laughs and a few tears too.
We are just getting to know each other, some with a few days and some, like you a month or a little bit more.
Jump right in- we are super friendly! :)

Wow, Up- that sounds like a pretty intimidating group! I do hope you get satisfaction out of the experience as a whole. It will feel much like this group once you settle in.

ChickChick, I do love your chick you made for your chick!! How adorable . I would love to try making it. I prefer to crochet Arigumi to plain old blankets, scarfs and hats.

:welcome Lucrezia!

Thanks Stormi! It was super easy to make, if you want the pattern let me know and I'll pm you where to find it. ;) I knit entirely too much, sweaters, dishcloths, shawls, socks (the socks are out of control!) the list goes on and on!!

I just had a fabulous HOT bath, now I am headed to bed! :inbed I hope to not be like this smilie, but I just had to use it! So cute!

See you fools tomorrow! :)

Hi all......
Day 19!!!!!
Still no computer.....
Hope all are still with us!

Hope everyone is doing ok :)

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Hi everyone,

Couldn't get on to SR early this morning, not sure what was up with my internet, but thank goodness you're all here as usual.

Chick chick, I love your chick. I have jumper which I've been meaning to finish for months. I got a bit disheartened when I realised I didn't have enough wool to finish it properly. I'm such a loose knitter, that my garments generally fit me better when wearing a big rucksack under them. So of course I'll run out of wool.

I'm a bit late taking the baton this morning, sorry, but I'll run a lot faster today, and pass it back when you all wake up.

Have a happy sober day/night.
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Lucrezia, welcome to our class, great to have you join us on our journey.
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The site was down for everyone Free :)

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Goodmorning all and welcome lucrez! Glad I slept thru the website being updated lol How is everyone today? Day 37 and keeping myself in that positive place (as much as possable!) Just getting up and shaking the cobwebs out of my head ;)

Ok I'm sort of a newbie myself but I'll try my best here!
This is the April class, each corresponding month on these daily forums usually go along with the day you stopped drinking. You would be in the right place. There are really no set "rules" and you can go read anything you enjoy. This April class is wonderful and active so your in a great place <3
If you want some resources related to recovery I would suggest reading and or posting in the "newcomers to recovery" board under "new to addiction and recovery" section. People are on there day and night if you are looking for a more direct and quick response.
Another good place to look is the "alcoholism information section of boards as well as the "secular recovery" section. There you will find information and resources for methods of recovery.
The chat room is also a good place to go if you are looking for someone to speak with, there are meetings in the chat room on Tuesday and Friday nights at 9pm (haven't been in someone correct me if they changed times etc.)

I joined those meetings in the chat in the first few days and there was some very great people telling inspirational and deep stories, def check it out if your schedule can allow for that.

The "social groups" section is more for the fun and relaxed side to these message boards, there you can just talk about stuff non recovery related (or at least not SO engulfed on it) and it's a nice place to just chat and meet other people struggling with the same issues.

Hope this helps and again welcome! Your in a great place :)

Morning everyone. It is wet and ugly here today and I just want to crawl back into bed. I don't know if it is the weather the pill or both but I am not taking another one of those anxiety pills. I am just going to have to fight through it on Thursday.

Welcome Lucrezia. :c009: Don't mind me I am probably considered the resident troublemaker. Just wait they will come along and agree. ;)

Stormi it seems like a pretty good group, I just hate new things, in person.

Fried chicken? ;)

obosob I hope you get your computer today

Morning D and free and ccam lurking.

ST glad you are more positive.

Have a good day fools!

Hey y'all-

Up- I hear ya on those meetings. I tried one where they were sittin in a circle. Made me want to run for the door too! Then I realized I was in the alnon room. Talk about awkward... Fried chicken... Lol

Adna- I remember you mentioning metals but I bet youre like my artistic daughter? Photography's probably her main thing but her "little drawings" are still pretty amazing. I love artsy peeps :).

Obo- We use our phones mostly for now but miss the pc- so much easier. How are ya, mate?

Kat- are u enjoying your kindle? It's my very favorite toy! I lost it once and you would have thought I'd lost a million bucks. Can't go to sleep wo it.

Pan- hope you enjoyed your run! between you running and ...

kitten- working out(despite his injury?!), surely I'll be inspired to do something fitness-like...

DD- have you tried Downton yet? I'm with Adna on the clothes- if you watch it for nothing else but ambiance you're in for a treat :).

Mrs bee- since you love writing and literature, don't you just love the one liners from the butler? Or the grandma?(she's my fav). I wish I had written down all my fav so far. How are the job prospects looking?

Ilya- your cave room sounds fun! Hope you're having sweet dreams and peaceful times with your sweetie.

ST- I'm so happy for you and your girl:). Pls give her a hug for all of us.

Soli- how was day 2? We're wrapping up at our house so my motivation is waning. Summers almost here!

Freein- sounds like England and Texas are on the same fickle side of the weather coin. You just never know what you're gona get. Thx for carrying our baton :).

Chick! That is the cutest little chick! I haven't knit a thing, ever. But love to sew- I might have to cross over. How did you like the book? I liked "almost alc" best just bc it helped me think thru things. It's been such a process for me. I'm so glad you're here(and that you're feeling better:)).

Stormi- you're sounding so good! Thx for praying for us and reminding me where my true strength is found.

3777- yeah that AV is a sneaky one- glad you're feeling victorious today!

Rock- congrats on day 15! Wow!

Topspin- you are just joy- all wrapped up in words. We'll give you an honorary place on that zip line.

Lucrezia- welcome!

Mariah - I wrote this w u in mind last nite- but since the site was down, guess these mostly need to say g'morning~

Gnite dee. Gnite Adna. Gnite top. Gnite bee, chick, turtle and up. Gnite kat. Gnite Mariah, freein, DD, 3777, pan and kitten. Nite obo, Ilya and Rock. Gnite Stormi. Gnite soli. Gnite.

(Or g morning...)

Good morning Fools,

I hope all is well today! Lucrezia welcome! This group is a very accommodating bunch! ST's guidance is spot on for support.

Up - I hope your day and the weather gets better....

Izzy/Kitten - I would love to swap stories on running/working out...it seems to be major tool in my repertoire in dealing with my AV. Somehow my sobriety has become closely aligned with a major fitness kick. I am obsessed with both.

Chick - You are quite talented! I love your knitted chicken!

I need to catch up on the comings and goings of the group...will try and read latter.

Take care all Pan