I did not take a pill and lay in bed

Sorry Classmates

I just don't want new people to get the idea I'm some kind of stern unapproachable figure that all...there's no problem between you and me Popeye...and thanks for the kind words :)

I'm sorry you drank tho.

The thing is, when we have a choice of options, and we always pick the old one, the new options go untested.

It takes a little faith - and a little discomfort - but I really hope you'll try other options if you feel this way again Popeye.

If nothing else sit on SR - it saved me many a time.

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Amazingly said Dee. Thank you.

I'm sorry you felt you had to choose the drink Popeye. Please don't beat yourself up about it. Try, try again :)

Ditto!

Popeye, I am sorry you drank, but good you came right here to post. are you done? Can you stop?

I just posted in November thread about my husband walking by me a few minutes ago, with two 12 packs of good beer. A couple of IPAs. While I was primarily a wine drinker, I also did enjoy beer. I literally salivated. Still on my mind. But I will go make tea.

Typically, I pull away, shut the computer and go have my drink. I will not do that tonight. And I need ot stay in today, or else I do find I am planning my relapse. I see that now. "Well, not tonight, because there is always tomorrow." But, at the same time, there always is another time as long as I don't drink right now. If I can put it off long enough, I hope to get to where I truly don't *want* to drink.

As much time as I have ever accrued sober, I never have lost the desire to have a few drinks. Not sure how to get to that.

Thank you phoebe, I'm done for now. don't expect to drink anymore.

I hope Countrygirl would respond to my earlier post about her. it bothers me.

Phoebe64 - I know what you mean about planning a relapse. I catch myself thinking about that sometimes, like what day coming up would be the best day to get drunk. I'm trying to stay more in the present, thinking ahead just gets me in trouble. Not easy for someone like me who is a total control freak and has to plan everything in advance. Although, you know, I think some of that tendency came from having to be extra organized to compensate for being drunk all the time. I remember one afternoon a few years ago telling a friend that I had to tidy up my kitchen and set some things out to prepare for "drunk Briar." I knew I would come home drunk and needed to have some things accessible and other things put away so I wouldn't trip over them. Anyway, I'm rambling and am leaving work now. I'll get back on when I'm home. Hang in there everyone. I'm sorry you're having a hard time Popeye. :(

Didn't get the job. Kind of flabbergasted. Didn't even find out until I followed up. What kind of person is so encouraging without intending to hire?

Oh, Fantail, I am so sorry. You were so hopeful yesterday. :(

Sorry you didn't get the job fantail. How are you doing otherwise with sobriety?

Hanging in there sobriety-wise but man it's hard right now.

Try not to be too discouraged fantail - the next job could be yours - and even better than this one :)

Staying sober gives you the best change of being ready for anything and up for the challenge :)

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Fantail, I'm sorry that you're dealing with a disappointment, but as Dee said, sobriety is a huge asset for you as you continue your search. Please stay strong and sober!

I'm so sorry Fantail, that's so bizarre that he gave you the impression it was a done deal. But you wouldn't want to work for someone like that anyway.

Sorry Fantail. Ugh. I'm glad you're here and staying sober. Dee and fromadistance made great points. Sobriety gives you the chance to show the right opportunity your best at any moment. It's coming your way, hun.

Time for part 4 guys - join us here:
http://www.soberrecovery.com/forums/...-part-4-a.html
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