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Old 09-18-2016, 04:38 AM
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Thanks Dee. I know I should check in here. I kind of didn't want to. Just being honest.

Also, here's an interesting thing. I just went into to my profile to change my sobriety date to 9/20. I wasn't really tracking days this time, but my prior sobriety date was 8/19 - so almost exactly one month. This makes me curious about the body's reaction to not having alcohol. Most likely just a coincidence.

Nightfall here now. It's been a gorgeous day, but I do enjoy the the sounds of the woods that surround my house when it gets dark.
This is what happens when things get too crazy - I don't even know what week it is!!

Had to go back in and change my date to 9/13 - because it's not even the 20th yet. Haha.
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Old 09-18-2016, 05:00 AM
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Good morning!! On my way to breakfast with the inlaws....wish me luck!!
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Old 09-18-2016, 05:05 AM
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S14- luck! Pj.
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Old 09-18-2016, 07:42 AM
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Morning! Have a great Sunday!
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Old 09-18-2016, 08:20 AM
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PJ, even if there’s been growth, I’m not where I want to be because I can’t stay sober. I know sobriety’s not a panacea, but it’s a very important starting point. I often use self-deprecating talk as a way to laugh at myself. It’s not negative self-image per se, but it’s probably not entirely healthy either. I’ve repeatedly considered trying counseling again and have for now chosen to not do so. I won’t shut the door on it and have information for a practice with an addiction component so it’s there if I change my mind.

Yes Dee, I must get off the crazy train. It’s a one way ticket to nowhere. After a setback on my surgery (it was rescheduled), it’s now set to happen soon. I want to be, I have to be sober ahead of that. So that’s my initial goal for change. Get sober stupid.

Don’t beat yourself up so much Jemma. I’m sorry you feel so down but what happened is now in the past. Start today anew so that you never have to feel this way again. I’m not one to say that with any authority given my own struggles, but it’s the best way forward. You’ve had sobriety and know you can do it. Find a way to make it stick. Enhance your plan, add something new and keep going. You can do this.

Simple yet so difficult MITA. Happy Sunday to you as well.

Good luck Sam. Not having inlaws is perhaps the best feature of being a loner.

Morning Bobbie. What are you up to today?
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Old 09-18-2016, 10:39 AM
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Hi everyone! Hope you all are having a good Sunday

Just got done with work - stopped by Starbucks for a second wind and got a large iced mocha with an extra shot of espresso, so I apologize in advance if I'm bouncing off the walls!

Finally going back to my roots - only this time without the alcohol. Listening to and jamming along with my favorite rock bands has always made me feel happy.....and there always seemed to be people making fun of me or giving me a hard time about it....not anymore! If that's what's going to inspire me, then it's time I finally give all those jerks the "Casey Salute!" Lol! Let's Rock on, dammit!
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Old 09-18-2016, 10:40 AM
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Quick check-in from the phone. Made it to Austin successfully yesterday. Went to an amazing 8 am AA meeting first thing this morning. Good way to start the day. Going to go eat actual decent Indian food in a few. I've missed having those options. Hope everyone is having a nice day!
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Old 09-18-2016, 11:41 AM
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Hi everyone. Still here just crazy grouchy so I've staying away from eveyone hubby and I started paleo a few days ago, I'm a grouchy sleepy mess right now. I just have to get over this beginning hurdle and I'll be feeling great. I'm down in the muck right now. All I can say is thank God coffee is paleo or I might kill someone.
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Old 09-18-2016, 02:19 PM
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Hi everyone! Checking in and catching up.....

It is a beautiful day here - the sun is shining and I am feeling productive I cleaned, cooked, did laundry, got groceries and went for a run....woot!

Lillian - camping is fun but there is a point where the novelty would wear off!! I'm sure your kitchen is beautiful!!

Thirteenth - growth can be slow and sometimes painful - but it is moving in the right direction. I love your never quit attitude I am so proud to be a part of this class with you!

Kayak - you sound amazing!! Congrats on the chip!

Purplrks - during this last go round I really have been working on the beating myself up stuff....in regards to drinking and otherwise. It's not a done deal...more like a work in progress but it really has made a world of difference to me. I am grateful to be here with you too

Apple - how are you doing today?

Jemma - I hope you're feeling better today. I too think you did the right thing by leaving....glad you're safe - sending hugs

Hi Bobbie!!

Casey - enjoy your lunch!

PR - I started the South Beach diet about a week ago (similar to Paleo) and by day four I was past the grouchy and cranky part....

Well I am off...DH made stuffed peppers for dinner - yum!!
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Old 09-18-2016, 02:37 PM
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Hi everyone checking in, I bought some Humboldt organic ice cream last night I have eaten almost half gallon, blaming it on the Giants.
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Old 09-18-2016, 03:42 PM
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Hello everyone what a beautiful day to be clean and sober. I think my eye problems where a blessing in disguise I actually have time to work on my sobriety now. been in five meeting's in the last two and a half days going to meeting number six tonight.. I wish I would have given AA a better shot earlier. I now have friends who can relate to what I'm going trough. This morning I got a phone call from somebody from the meetings who said get up we got things to do. I was in a brand new group this morning they're celebrating their 30th year today. I was in there at 9:30 this morning scrubbing toilets mopping floors and making new friends.
I'm so glad to hear this Kayak!!! :-)
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Old 09-18-2016, 03:43 PM
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Sam I used to do south beach years ago. I think I still have the book somewhere. I know I still have the cookbook. I'm starting to feel better. I noticed my energy level went up this afternoon. Woo hoo!!
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Old 09-18-2016, 03:44 PM
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Originally Posted by Kayak63sc View Post
Helping other people to help yourself I think that's what it's all about. I've got to stop living in my head because when I do that I'm Behind Enemy Lines
YEP! ^^^

That's what the 12 steps are for! I'm doing 4,5,6 & 7 this week! My sponsor thinks they are gonna make a huge difference!
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Old 09-18-2016, 03:45 PM
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13th- thanks for sharing. You say words which ring true. I have an excellent ability to be able to listen to feedback from others, deconstruct it and come to a logical decision the feedback is accurate. A careful, reasoned approach. Funny I never actually feel good about this feedback. Emotionally challenged and being careful my pursuit for happiness isn't found at the bottom of every bottle. Like you my journey seems to be like a bee constantly banging its head on the inside of a window trying to find a way out. The more head bangs I do, the more determined I am to either crack the glass or find a hole. Then (at times, it seems my stupid) higher power cuts in with that niggling, oh so ever patient voice that says quietly 'the door to outside is open'. So I deconstruct that, rebel because the HP is right and under protest- go through the door. Then I get annoyed at myself for getting annoyed. The journey is miserably slow for me too. BUT I find companions to walk some of the road with me along the way.
Boy do I relate to this ^^^ Phoenix!
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Old 09-18-2016, 03:46 PM
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Kayak- doing the 12th (step), karma yoga, socialising, putting back, sharing- whatever. I think doing stuff like cleaning bogs is good as it shows commitment, motivation, progress and self respect. Where I am I also do this. I hate cleaning toilets. I wish I had one just for me in the entire world. Also dishes, weeding, sweeping floors. I think your doing great.
I've never cleaned ANYTHING in an AA meeting. Lol. I'm usually the greeter. :-)
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Old 09-18-2016, 03:47 PM
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Thanks for all the nice comments and positive thoughts. I am getting to that age where losing a friend at a young age is almost an inevitability. It doesn't really make it easier. Trying keep busy these past few days, which isn't hard to do right now. But today I am just kind of laying low and taking it easy. Enjoy the weekend everyone.
Hi MITA, so sorry about the loss of your friend. :-(
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Old 09-18-2016, 03:48 PM
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Checking in. Taking a night off tonight from healthy eating and exercise...think KFC, candy corn, gummy coke bottles and ice cream!! Woot!! Happy Saturday!!
Lol Sam! Yum!
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Old 09-18-2016, 03:49 PM
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Originally Posted by Purplrks3647 View Post
Me again! Trying to get myself inspired to be creative, while wrestling with the fact that I've wasted so much time & energy by drinking and not knowing where to start. "Paralysis by analysis" I guess you would say. Maybe I should start by not beating myself up and being grateful to be here with all of you, and sober. Sorry, I feel like I keep repeating myself. You guys are awesome!
Hang in there PURPLRKS....one step at a time. ;-)
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Old 09-18-2016, 03:51 PM
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Originally Posted by ManInTheArena View Post
Thanks Dee. I know I should check in here. I kind of didn't want to. Just being honest. Also, here's an interesting thing. I just went into to my profile to change my sobriety date to 9/20. I wasn't really tracking days this time, but my prior sobriety date was 8/19 - so almost exactly one month. This makes me curious about the body's reaction to not having alcohol. Most likely just a coincidence. Nightfall here now. It's been a gorgeous day, but I do enjoy the the sounds of the woods that surround my house when it gets dark.
Today is only 9/18 MITA. Are you planning to drink today and tomorrow? (Sarcastic)
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Old 09-18-2016, 03:52 PM
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Closing out day 27. Tomorrow will be hard and annoying, hubby leaves for a trip. I just bought Abby Wambach's new book Forward and will be interesting to read when and how drugs and alcohol came into her life. She is actually from the town I live in. I just missed her book signing last night. Boo.
Congrats on 27 Apple! Let us know how that book is.
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