Class of October 2016 Support Thread
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Originally Posted by Dee74 
Its tough when others drink around us, especially our loved ones mandosca.
I assume he knows how you feel;?
for a lot of us, others drinking is just something else we have to get used to?
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I assume he knows how you feel;?
for a lot of us, others drinking is just something else we have to get used to?
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Originally Posted by Jade1224
It is difficult mandosca! Maybe you should talk to your hubby and think of new things to do that don't involve drinking.
Luckily my bf is a normal drinker. He drinks like one beer and he's done. He used to drink a lot more when I drank but now that I've quit he doesn't really think about it. He keeps beer around the house which is fine by me because I never liked beer
Luckily my bf is a normal drinker. He drinks like one beer and he's done. He used to drink a lot more when I drank but now that I've quit he doesn't really think about it. He keeps beer around the house which is fine by me because I never liked beer
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Originally Posted by loulou1981
Hi, it's day 1 for me, I gave up around this time last yr...lasted 6 months then started drinking again in April, AV crept in telling me I could control my drinking...no chance....It's slowly slipping back to how it was...drinking to the point of passing out....not a good look...hubbie is fuming!!!! I've got to stick with it this time!!
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Hewson, I also got a DUI a few years ago. Cost me 10,000 dollars!!
It was a nightmare. But it didn't help me get sober. I drove drunk a million times after that unfortunately but never got pulled over again. Thankfully I never have to worry about that again
It was a nightmare. But it didn't help me get sober. I drove drunk a million times after that unfortunately but never got pulled over again. Thankfully I never have to worry about that again
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Originally Posted by Newlight7
It's officially been over a week. I kind of started the day off on the wrong foot. I asked my husband if he's proud. He laughed and said "Well, you really on drank on the weekends, so it's not really like it's been a week, maybe more like 2 days for you." He is really pressing my buttons today. But I'm proud of me, that's what counts. Today I'm committed to moving forward. I'm not going to obsess over last weekend anymore. I'm going to concentrate on today and let the rest go. Happy Sunday everyone!
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Originally Posted by Jade1224
I don't really have any alcoholic friends. In fact, I kinda don't have very many friends at all.
I went into this hibernation mode where I just avoided everyone and drank instead. It wasn't social drinking at all. Im kinda nervous to reach out to my friends because it's been ages since I've actually hung out with anyone except my bf and my son and my parents.
In my defense though, I do work in the restaurant industry so when I'm off I like to avoid people. Haha
I went into this hibernation mode where I just avoided everyone and drank instead. It wasn't social drinking at all. Im kinda nervous to reach out to my friends because it's been ages since I've actually hung out with anyone except my bf and my son and my parents.
In my defense though, I do work in the restaurant industry so when I'm off I like to avoid people. Haha
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Welcome hipschick and loulou
Catherine by the end of my drinking I had surrounded myself with heavy drinkers and alcoholics.
A lot of those fell away after I got sober, and a couple of them had to be told to go away cos they still wanted me to drink...
I reconnected with old friends where the common bond was more than just drinking,. and I made new friends along the way in time.
Anyone who is really your friend will support you in your decision not to drink anymore, I think
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Catherine by the end of my drinking I had surrounded myself with heavy drinkers and alcoholics.
A lot of those fell away after I got sober, and a couple of them had to be told to go away cos they still wanted me to drink...
I reconnected with old friends where the common bond was more than just drinking,. and I made new friends along the way in time.
Anyone who is really your friend will support you in your decision not to drink anymore, I think
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Originally Posted by Jimuk
Great thanks Vince, the boys won their rugby match then home for a lovely roast that my wife and I cooked together. I over heard her and my son saying how nice it was for Dad to be sober and fun.
I'm relieved I didn't drink today my friend. Hope you're well!
I'm relieved I didn't drink today my friend. Hope you're well!
Lets take what comes and battle on !
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Originally Posted by loulou1981
Hi, it's day 1 for me, I gave up around this time last yr...lasted 6 months then started drinking again in April, AV crept in telling me I could control my drinking...no chance....It's slowly slipping back to how it was...drinking to the point of passing out....not a good look...hubbie is fuming!!!! I've got to stick with it this time!!
I lasted 3 1/2 months last time but not giving up either
Lets do this !
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Good morning all, well I'm off to work today. I'm helping a friend whose got a lot of work on, it's only temporary but will help whilst I'm looking for full time employment. Have a great day, I'm looking forward to checking in tonight to catch up with you all.
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Morning everyone!!! Bit of a restless night, weird dreams about never drinking again & in the dreams I felt sad....same as b4 really.....so annoying, I've got a 2 & 4 yr old plus full time work so I've got plenty to keep me busy!!!! Hope u all have a fab day & enjoy another unhazy sober day!!!
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At work today I could smell last nights booze on one of the chefs....I guess I've not been able to smell it before. It was pretty horrible. It made me wonder if anyone has ever smelled last nights bottle of wine on me?
Good motivation.
Oh and thanks all for the welcome!
Good motivation.
Oh and thanks all for the welcome!
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Woke up
Woke up at 3am...way too early. At least I found an interesting new show on Netflix to watch...Edge of the Universe. Very interesting science show...especially since I can understand it all because watching it sober!
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Morning all! Back into work for me too. Already making progress, but it's not enough really, should have had more done while my boss has been away. But I'm gonna keep it in the day-be the best I can be today. That will help the future be better.
Some really positive posts from people-great work everyone! I think it's hard to do when others around you drink. I think I'll struggle too but I'm going to keep my life basic in the short term and consolidate what I have rather than testing myself with being around others drinking.
Hope everyone's having a good day so far. We're killing this demon drink-ain't that the best?
Some really positive posts from people-great work everyone! I think it's hard to do when others around you drink. I think I'll struggle too but I'm going to keep my life basic in the short term and consolidate what I have rather than testing myself with being around others drinking.
Hope everyone's having a good day so far. We're killing this demon drink-ain't that the best?
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Originally Posted by sadsadgirl
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Hope everyone's having a good day so far. We're killing this demon drink-ain't that the best?
Hope everyone's having a good day so far. We're killing this demon drink-ain't that the best?
ODAAT and with tools in our toolboxes we will beat it.
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