Class of February 2016 Support Thread Part 5
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Originally Posted by amyrose 
I fall into the same trap on occasion with my mother. I know not to do it, but sadly still keep hoping she will become human....like hitting my head against a wall. Just know you are not alone!
I remember when she wanted to finally tell her own mother off for all of the abuse. Grandma was 96 and on her death bed. I said "is this really the way you want to goodbye? Let it go." I don't think she has.
btw I thought that my g-ma was super sweet! My dad's mother, on the other hand… *shiver*
Originally Posted by PHRD
GardenGal - We can keep each other in check. My daughter is 12 and can also be a be source of stress. I've written out a plan to go get a coffee, french fries or some other treat and go for a drive the next time she is driving me crazy.
Ice cream may be my next thing -- and I've avoided sweets for years!
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Originally Posted by amyrose
Update - survived and even had fun!! Was so worried, but managed to stop the waiter from pouring my wine, even through his protests. And my "friend" gave me a look, asked if I'm still doing "that thing" and then let it go once I was clear that this wasn't over. Today is day 14 and I cannot remember the last time I was sober for 2 weeks straight. So Happy!!!! Next test is a party Saturday, but am going to focus on each day as it comes. Woohoo!!
Yeah, I can relate. I've been to dinner twice with a friend who insists I share her wine bottle, and I say no thanks, which surprises her. I really need to make a list of excuses [err… reasons], because she doesn't yet know that I'm doing "that thing". I haven't even told my best damn friend!
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Originally Posted by GardenGal
Congratulations!!!
Yeah, I can relate. I've been to dinner twice with a friend who insists I share her wine bottle, and I say no thanks, which surprises her. I really need to make a list of excuses [err… reasons], because she doesn't yet know that I'm doing "that thing". I haven't even told my best damn friend!
Yeah, I can relate. I've been to dinner twice with a friend who insists I share her wine bottle, and I say no thanks, which surprises her. I really need to make a list of excuses [err… reasons], because she doesn't yet know that I'm doing "that thing". I haven't even told my best damn friend!
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Checking in, day 3. Went to a meeting.
It's a stressful day, my mother is irritating me. I need her to do something. She agreed last night but is giving me the runaround today. First she had to walk, then the pest control guy was coming, then she got a "sudden" invitation to go play cards. What she needs to do will take 10-15 minutes tops. It's freaking unbelievable.
It's a stressful day, my mother is irritating me. I need her to do something. She agreed last night but is giving me the runaround today. First she had to walk, then the pest control guy was coming, then she got a "sudden" invitation to go play cards. What she needs to do will take 10-15 minutes tops. It's freaking unbelievable.
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Originally Posted by JL2014
In line at school waiting to get my 7 yr old. Ugh.
Upset stomach from antibiotics still on and off so I'm miserable.
Thank god I'm not hung over. O-m-g
Upset stomach from antibiotics still on and off so I'm miserable.
Thank god I'm not hung over. O-m-g
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Originally Posted by soberjim
Hey everyone.
It has been an interesting month. My fourth week end in a row. 30 days ago today I made the decision to put this behind me once and for all.
This week end was (my 4th) was easier that the past few week ends. I feel better for sure and am sleeping way better.
The concern I have now is moving forward one day at time and no listening to that AV. I think after 30 days there is danger in thinking that you have made it to 30 days and you do not really have a problem.
OK in my case I know I do.
Thank you everyone for your support.!
It has been an interesting month. My fourth week end in a row. 30 days ago today I made the decision to put this behind me once and for all.
This week end was (my 4th) was easier that the past few week ends. I feel better for sure and am sleeping way better.
The concern I have now is moving forward one day at time and no listening to that AV. I think after 30 days there is danger in thinking that you have made it to 30 days and you do not really have a problem.
OK in my case I know I do.
Thank you everyone for your support.!
I'm worried about becoming complacent and thinking I can have "just one beer." I know if I do, it'll weaken my resolve the next time because I got away with it. I don't want to go back to where I was even a month ago. I never want to be that person again.
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Originally Posted by GardenGal
Congratulations!!!
Yeah, I can relate. I've been to dinner twice with a friend who insists I share her wine bottle, and I say no thanks, which surprises her. I really need to make a list of excuses [err… reasons], because she doesn't yet know that I'm doing "that thing". I haven't even told my best damn friend!
Yeah, I can relate. I've been to dinner twice with a friend who insists I share her wine bottle, and I say no thanks, which surprises her. I really need to make a list of excuses [err… reasons], because she doesn't yet know that I'm doing "that thing". I haven't even told my best damn friend!
"No thanks, alcohol interferes with my heart medication."
"No thanks, alcohol interferes with my Prozac."
"No thanks, alcohol interferes with my brain function."
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Originally Posted by jobei
What's up with that? Why is there so much alcohol in your house? There is in my house because it's not my home and I'm getting out of here ASAP!
Hey knb is that you in the photo? Youre gorgeous!
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Originally Posted by Outonthetiles
This is exactly how I feel, word for word. The only difference is that I'm three days behind soberjim.
I'm worried about becoming complacent and thinking I can have "just one beer." I know if I do, it'll weaken my resolve the next time because I got away with it. I don't want to go back to where I was even a month ago. I never want to be that person again.
I'm worried about becoming complacent and thinking I can have "just one beer." I know if I do, it'll weaken my resolve the next time because I got away with it. I don't want to go back to where I was even a month ago. I never want to be that person again.
It's telling me that I am fine...to go ahead and have a few glasses of wine. I deserve it ..it wasn't that bad. Unbelievable because it was bad. It was horrific
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Originally Posted by bluedog97
Checking in, day 3. Went to a meeting.
It's a stressful day, my mother is irritating me. I need her to do something. She agreed last night but is giving me the runaround today. First she had to walk, then the pest control guy was coming, then she got a "sudden" invitation to go play cards. What she needs to do will take 10-15 minutes tops. It's freaking unbelievable.
It's a stressful day, my mother is irritating me. I need her to do something. She agreed last night but is giving me the runaround today. First she had to walk, then the pest control guy was coming, then she got a "sudden" invitation to go play cards. What she needs to do will take 10-15 minutes tops. It's freaking unbelievable.
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Originally Posted by amyrose
I get it. I haven't told my best friend either. He will not be supportive and I don't have to see him yet, so am avoiding the confrontation. I am lucky as I'm using the whole "gave it up for lent" thing now even though I am neither Catholic or a believer in God. Whatever works and keeps me sober!
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Originally Posted by Cococo
Good Morning All
Day 1 for me
Day 1 for me
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Hi, everyone. Feeling a bit sad today. I have a cold and had to miss my recovery group. Just generally feel run down, plus I made the mistake of looking at my jewelry with the idea of selling some of it. Most of it is from my parents, who are both gone, and some from my ex, so it just made me feel horrible.
Guess selling it will have to wait.
But in better news, whenever I was sick before and had no responsibilities on a certain day, I would be drinking by now.
Day 6.
Guess selling it will have to wait.
But in better news, whenever I was sick before and had no responsibilities on a certain day, I would be drinking by now.
Day 6.
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