Class of July 2013 Part 27
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Hi July friends 
I just wanted to check in and say hello.
Snooz, so glad you are doing better.. I know you've been having a tough time and you have been in my thoughts....
I am finishing up a week sober (finally) and on Christmas vacation for 2 weeks, so while I'm pleased about that, it's also leaving me open to some really raw, tough, feelings and emotions. I know this is all part of the process, but I've never felt it quite to this extent and I'm attributing it to all that has gone on in my life this past year. I'm really feeling the loss of my dad straight to the core and noticing just how broken inside I really am right now, it was just all covered up with drinking, attempts at moderation, hangovers and blah blah blah.
I feel a commitment to sobriety that I haven't felt in a long time, and I am grateful for that, but I know I need to keep working on it and not just assume it's going to stick around on its own.
Have a happy Sunday guys ....
I just wanted to check in and say hello. Snooz, so glad you are doing better.. I know you've been having a tough time and you have been in my thoughts....
I am finishing up a week sober (finally) and on Christmas vacation for 2 weeks, so while I'm pleased about that, it's also leaving me open to some really raw, tough, feelings and emotions. I know this is all part of the process, but I've never felt it quite to this extent and I'm attributing it to all that has gone on in my life this past year. I'm really feeling the loss of my dad straight to the core and noticing just how broken inside I really am right now, it was just all covered up with drinking, attempts at moderation, hangovers and blah blah blah.
I feel a commitment to sobriety that I haven't felt in a long time, and I am grateful for that, but I know I need to keep working on it and not just assume it's going to stick around on its own.
Have a happy Sunday guys ....
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Hi FABL, it's nice to see you post. Yes, it's really hard, painful work sometimes, it has been for me, but I have good days which I cherish. Stick with it, I'm glad you feel committed.
Yes, we found a lovely tree, Leigh, and decorated it. My friends three nephews and niece were there so it was really noisy and busy and I got a headache and am very tired. I can't seem to cope with this as I get older. This fatigue and aching really frustrates me. I can only get one to two things done in a day. I'm breaking in some high heels for the wedding. I used to wear heels all the time and enjoyed dressing up for work. Now, I'm too lazy! Wow, these heels feel very high and dangerous! At least I won't be drunken falling at the wedding. I did that at a party years ago and broke my arm.
Yes, we found a lovely tree, Leigh, and decorated it. My friends three nephews and niece were there so it was really noisy and busy and I got a headache and am very tired. I can't seem to cope with this as I get older. This fatigue and aching really frustrates me. I can only get one to two things done in a day. I'm breaking in some high heels for the wedding. I used to wear heels all the time and enjoyed dressing up for work. Now, I'm too lazy! Wow, these heels feel very high and dangerous! At least I won't be drunken falling at the wedding. I did that at a party years ago and broke my arm.
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Originally Posted by forabetterlife 
Hi July friends I just wanted to check in and say hello.
Snooz, so glad you are doing better.. I know you've been having a tough time and you have been in my thoughts....
I am finishing up a week sober (finally) and on Christmas vacation for 2 weeks, so while I'm pleased about that, it's also leaving me open to some really raw, tough, feelings and emotions. I know this is all part of the process, but I've never felt it quite to this extent and I'm attributing it to all that has gone on in my life this past year. I'm really feeling the loss of my dad straight to the core and noticing just how broken inside I really am right now, it was just all covered up with drinking, attempts at moderation, hangovers and blah blah blah.
I feel a commitment to sobriety that I haven't felt in a long time, and I am grateful for that, but I know I need to keep working on it and not just assume it's going to stick around on its own.
Have a happy Sunday guys ....
I just wanted to check in and say hello. Snooz, so glad you are doing better.. I know you've been having a tough time and you have been in my thoughts....
I am finishing up a week sober (finally) and on Christmas vacation for 2 weeks, so while I'm pleased about that, it's also leaving me open to some really raw, tough, feelings and emotions. I know this is all part of the process, but I've never felt it quite to this extent and I'm attributing it to all that has gone on in my life this past year. I'm really feeling the loss of my dad straight to the core and noticing just how broken inside I really am right now, it was just all covered up with drinking, attempts at moderation, hangovers and blah blah blah.
I feel a commitment to sobriety that I haven't felt in a long time, and I am grateful for that, but I know I need to keep working on it and not just assume it's going to stick around on its own.
Have a happy Sunday guys ....
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Hey gang!
I'm finished shopping and everything is wrapped and under the tree.
Glad you are in a better state of mind, Wendy. You really do bring a lot to the class.
Forabetterlife "on Christmas vacation for 2 weeks, so while I'm pleased about that, it's also leaving me open to some really raw, tough, feelings and emotions."
I have the same issues going on. It can be tough sometimes. But, I am steadfast in my sobriety.
I'm finished shopping and everything is wrapped and under the tree.
Glad you are in a better state of mind, Wendy. You really do bring a lot to the class.
Forabetterlife "on Christmas vacation for 2 weeks, so while I'm pleased about that, it's also leaving me open to some really raw, tough, feelings and emotions."
I have the same issues going on. It can be tough sometimes. But, I am steadfast in my sobriety.
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Looking forward to watching some football today.
My Patriots will be playing in a 1/2 hour.
I took a nice walk this morning with Leah. There was some thin ice on the pond.
Seasonable weather is here now if only for a day or two.
They say we could have temps close to 60 deg. on Christmas Day.
That's New England for you.
My Patriots will be playing in a 1/2 hour.
I took a nice walk this morning with Leah. There was some thin ice on the pond.
Seasonable weather is here now if only for a day or two.
They say we could have temps close to 60 deg. on Christmas Day.
That's New England for you.
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Originally Posted by SoberLeigh
The forecast is the same for here, Bob; it may even reach 70 for a minute or two.
With home heating oil price down it will be a lot cheaper to live in a cold climate.
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Originally Posted by resolute50
I'll take it.
With home heating oil price down it will be a lot cheaper to live in a cold climate.
With home heating oil price down it will be a lot cheaper to live in a cold climate.
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Originally Posted by soberwolf
I don't have air con I just meant gas prices go down because of summer there are some summers I have wished for it though but I have loads of handy tips to stay cool
I can imagine; most of your summers are mild but even the occasional hot day can be miserable.
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