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Old 04-30-2015, 01:15 PM
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I had a nightmare last night: I dreamed I had decided to drink even though I knew it was a bad idea. I then realized what I had done and that I broke the promise that I made to myself about not drinking and felt horrible. Woke up from the dream with my heart racing and that horrible feeling of guilt/anxiety that I normally feel when waking up hungover and realizing what I did the night before - it was so scary! It took me a moment to realize that it was just a dream and I hadn't drank.
This is my 'I don't know how many times' I've tried to quit and have had similar experiences. It is kind of the best feeling in the world but that was also the day that I drank. I remember it vividly. Be careful and stay strong today SwimKim!
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Old 04-30-2015, 01:27 PM
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It's been 7 days or one week for me. Still can't manage to wake myself up earlier than 8AM but I don't need to be at work until 10:00AM so it's okay. I slept much better last night except when I woke up this morning my mouth was dry. Maybe I didn't drink enough water the day before? Hope everyone has a good start to the weekend!
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Old 04-30-2015, 01:37 PM
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Old 04-30-2015, 02:25 PM
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Must be day 33 for me now.

I'm planning to get up at 5am tomorrow morning to make a quick start on a long holiday weekend. Something which would have been impossible and probably illegal just over a month ago.

I'm feeling stalled at present, like I'm waiting for something to happen. I constantly need to be busy but have to calm down before I burn out. All in all though delighted with my situation and sobriety.
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Old 04-30-2015, 02:25 PM
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Just made it in under the wire because I just found the site today...thanks to canguy!
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Old 04-30-2015, 02:34 PM
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Must be day 33 for me now.

I'm planning to get up at 5am tomorrow morning to make a quick start on a long holiday weekend. Something which would have been impossible and probably illegal just over a month ago.

I'm feeling stalled at present, like I'm waiting for something to happen. I constantly need to be busy but have to calm down before I burn out. All in all though delighted with my situation and sobriety.
Congratulations! At least rushing around is easier now you don't have hangovers to contend with, Maybe also just steal 10 mins to sit and reflect a bit on things. I started this and it's helping me. So far I've worked out that there's actually nothing to wait for - I had the exact same feeling - just get on and enjoy life!

Have a great day

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Old 04-30-2015, 02:35 PM
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Day 2, but feeling great!

I usually crack a beer right when I get home, but instead spent the rest of the day being productive and doing laundry.

Just made myself a (not so healthy- but who doesn't love nachos?) snack and am settling down to read a good book and relax for the night!

Looking forward to hopefully feeling 100% by tomorrow.
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Old 04-30-2015, 04:18 PM
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Man o man. There's a whole or of awesomeness going on here!
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Old 04-30-2015, 05:54 PM
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Originally Posted by site1Q84 View Post
Day 2, but feeling great!

I usually crack a beer right when I get home, but instead spent the rest of the day being productive and doing laundry.

Just made myself a (not so healthy- but who doesn't love nachos?) snack and am settling down to read a good book and relax for the night!

Looking forward to hopefully feeling 100% by tomorrow.
At times when I would drink I would think to myself... dangit! Now I can't read... Now that I am trying to stay sober reading is actually an option for a night time activity.

I'm on day 2 as well. Hang in there we can do this together!

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Old 04-30-2015, 05:57 PM
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I'd like to join in - even if it's the last day of April. I'm 22 hours sober.
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Old 04-30-2015, 06:13 PM
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Welcome nanab!!! You just made it in the best group ever.
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Old 04-30-2015, 06:16 PM
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Haha! Drummer I had those exact same thoughts.

My bookshelf sure is happy to be getting a little weight off of it!
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Old 04-30-2015, 06:40 PM
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I'd like to join in - even if it's the last day of April. I'm 22 hours sober.
Sweet!
Thank you for joining us! Strength in numbers!
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Old 04-30-2015, 07:04 PM
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I'd like to join in - even if it's the last day of April. I'm 22 hours sober.
Welcome fool (pun intended)

Hope all stays well with you. Glad you're here!
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Old 04-30-2015, 07:13 PM
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Day 4 for me! The fog has lifted a tiny bit. Just glad to get through the night sweats and shakes. Feel pretty good and have been checking in all day. Grateful for SR
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Old 04-30-2015, 08:01 PM
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Welcome nanab

for your benefiot I'll riterate - this April thread stays together, but it moves to our Newcomer Daily Support forum at the end of the month.

This is to make way for a new Class of May thread here in this forum.

I'll do this in a couple of hours (it's already May here in Oz)

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Old 04-30-2015, 08:08 PM
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Back to day 1 again - anxieties over employment meant I fell off the wagon the night before last, and kept drinking the following morning.

Feel better now though, the fog's cleared. Looking forward to several months sober now, at the very least having a sober May.
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Old 04-30-2015, 08:08 PM
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April has been a learning month. It's been a good month. I'm ready for May I'm a, week sober. Seems fitting as I end on month and start another.

The heart palpitations and anxiety are gone. Sleep still isn't perfect, but hoping it is tonight. Feelings are strong, which is to be expected. Mingled in with the sadness is also contentment and joy.

I look forward to moving forward to a new month with all of you.
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Old 04-30-2015, 08:09 PM
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Originally Posted by AGAGONNHOJ View Post
Back to day 1 again - anxieties over employment meant I fell off the wagon the night before last, and kept drinking the following morning.

Feel better now though, the fog's cleared. Looking forward to several months sober now, at the very least having a sober May.
it's nice to meet you.
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Old 04-30-2015, 08:10 PM
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The second pic is perfect and describes how I feel most days lol
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