Class of March 2017 Support Thread Part Two
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Hello everyone! Wrapping up day 12. My husband and I had an early dinner with another couple. I usually have 2 glasses of wine at this restaurant but stuck to water.
Very good tired as usual, so I'll probably go to bed soon-- I'm so exciting! I'll have more to say in the morning. Have a good night everyone.
Very good tired as usual, so I'll probably go to bed soon-- I'm so exciting! I'll have more to say in the morning. Have a good night everyone.
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Join Date: Mar 2017
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So on point
Originally Posted by NapsteR1 
Hi All, just wrapping up Day 7 (the day is officially a wrap when the booze shop shuts which is 10pm in UK, pubs will serve till 10:45 but I've always discounted this option as a) they're expensive and b) there's no way I'd be able to consume enough to pass out in 45 mins) - a week is the longest I've managed to string together for well over 2 years, starting to feel the fog lift off my brain, smashed out 3 fairly complicated bits of work that a couple of weeks ago would have either taken me all day each, or I would have slid to the bottom of the pile and put off till tomorrow (then the anxiety of the growing pile of uncompleted work would then pile on more and more anxiety leading to more consumption to drown out the panic (and also driven down my ability to complete said work... probably sounds familiar right?).
Got to the gym a little later than planned as climbed into bed after work and just zonked out for a half hour.
I first got pass out drunk at 7 yrs after wine sweeping the tables at my Uncles wedding, again at 11 after stealing whisky out of my Dad's "secret" cupboard. Properly started at 14 and then really started going for it at 16, about four and a half years ago (35 yrs) weighing 14.5 stone (5' 8") it started to properly dawn on me I had a problem, when I tried stopping and realised I couldn't I started trying to fix it myself, 4 years later last weekend I realised that I was actually (finally) at Step 1. It's my intention never to look back.
Got to the gym a little later than planned as climbed into bed after work and just zonked out for a half hour.
I first got pass out drunk at 7 yrs after wine sweeping the tables at my Uncles wedding, again at 11 after stealing whisky out of my Dad's "secret" cupboard. Properly started at 14 and then really started going for it at 16, about four and a half years ago (35 yrs) weighing 14.5 stone (5' 8") it started to properly dawn on me I had a problem, when I tried stopping and realised I couldn't I started trying to fix it myself, 4 years later last weekend I realised that I was actually (finally) at Step 1. It's my intention never to look back.
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New here
Originally Posted by Caramel
Welcome, Lava256 
Plenty of reading and support on SR
Plenty of reading and support on SR
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Originally Posted by JCNY
Wonderful Onlylovetoday, good things will happen for all of us if we stay sober.
Shout out to Outonthetiles! He was the impetus for me to revisit this forum and get me committed. Congrats on your 400+ days!
Shout out to Outonthetiles! He was the impetus for me to revisit this forum and get me committed. Congrats on your 400+ days!
Big congrats on Day 6.
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Originally Posted by CaseyW
Starting day 14. Assuming I make it through today, that'll be two weeks without a drink. Sometimes it seems like one day, sometimes it seems like ten years.
Heading to an early morning work meeting, then my actual normal work, then the cable company, then back home, then to an AA meeting. Full, busy day should keep me away from the poison aisle.
Welcome to all the newcomers and wishing everyone a safe and sober day!
Heading to an early morning work meeting, then my actual normal work, then the cable company, then back home, then to an AA meeting. Full, busy day should keep me away from the poison aisle.
Welcome to all the newcomers and wishing everyone a safe and sober day!
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argillaceous, I'm sorry for your dogster. My beloved cat, Charlie Watts, had several seizures recently and had difficulty walking. His vet has prescribed a steroid that has helped tremendously. He's able to walk and does not have seizures now. Hopefully your vet can diagnose you dogster's issue and get him on the good foot again.
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Hi and welcome Sunshinejunkie and hopeforme
For me ingestion of alcohol is all about intent...I don't drink kombulcha but I've used alcohol based mouthwash a few times without really thinking about it.
I never drank it, never thought about drinking it, never obsessed about the bottle being there...so I didn't change my date.
I did find I used it more compared to when I had a non alcoholic brand tho - I don't think thats coincidence, so I buy the non alc wherever possible.
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For me ingestion of alcohol is all about intent...I don't drink kombulcha but I've used alcohol based mouthwash a few times without really thinking about it.
I never drank it, never thought about drinking it, never obsessed about the bottle being there...so I didn't change my date.
I did find I used it more compared to when I had a non alcoholic brand tho - I don't think thats coincidence, so I buy the non alc wherever possible.
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Thanks outonthetiles, I'll mention that when I call the vet tomorrow to check in. Our fur creatures give us so much...I'd be grateful if I could return half of my guy's unconditional love. He gives me hope.
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I'm at the party. I got through the toast no problem at all. I just wish people would stop asking me to just try the wine. I've been so defiant about not drinking even pinching my husband to shut up. I wish he would just understand. I would be already be drunk now a month ago.
On the plus the food is soooo good.
Keep strong everyone, I am!!
On the plus the food is soooo good.
Keep strong everyone, I am!!
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Originally Posted by SandyO
I'm at the party. I got through the toast no problem at all. I just wish people would stop asking me to just try the wine. I've been so defiant about not drinking even pinching my husband to shut up. I wish he would just understand. I would be already be drunk now a month ago.
On the plus the food is soooo good.
Keep strong everyone, I am!!
On the plus the food is soooo good.
Keep strong everyone, I am!!
Eat loads to fill you up - and as Dee said "No" is a complete sentence, although being British I've changed this to "no thank you"
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Hi everyone, I would like to sign up for class!
I've opened a thread of my own just now, but I would like some accountabillibuddies as well. I'm on day 6. This morning I have already walked my dogs, fed the bunnies and doves, cleaned up the laundryroom and some kitchen cabinets, washed myself, ate a cheese and cucumber sandwich, which is more than I got done most days lately... Getting ready to go care for my pony and her equine friends. Hope you all have as sunny a day as I'm having here.
argillaceous, wishing your dog the very best! My eldest is 14 as well, he used to have seizures too, I know how frightening they are for you and exhausting for your dog. I'm sure he's thrilled you're there for him fully!
SandyO, I think you're very brave and strong being at a party already, as NapsteR said, enjoy lots of food and keep going!
I've opened a thread of my own just now, but I would like some accountabillibuddies as well. I'm on day 6. This morning I have already walked my dogs, fed the bunnies and doves, cleaned up the laundryroom and some kitchen cabinets, washed myself, ate a cheese and cucumber sandwich, which is more than I got done most days lately... Getting ready to go care for my pony and her equine friends. Hope you all have as sunny a day as I'm having here.
argillaceous, wishing your dog the very best! My eldest is 14 as well, he used to have seizures too, I know how frightening they are for you and exhausting for your dog. I'm sure he's thrilled you're there for him fully!
SandyO, I think you're very brave and strong being at a party already, as NapsteR said, enjoy lots of food and keep going!
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Napster-- I continue to relate to your work experiences "anxiety over the growing piles" "more and more" "less ability to do work". I'm enjoying the clarity of thought and productivity that sobriety Is bringing. On the other hand I slept from 9-6:30 last night!
Welcome Lava and Evienne!
SandyO-- you're doing great! I haven't had many wine pushers yet. Last night at dinner out with another couple, the wife who is a good friend of mine and enjoys wine with me was drinking water! She's trying to lose a few pounds. I just said I was taking a break for awhile-- no problem!
Congrats on Day 14 Casey!
Lucky 13 for me today. Tomorrow we leave for SIL's house for the weekend. Definitely a big challenge. But I will definitely not drink! I will check in with you guys while I'm there.
Welcome Lava and Evienne!
SandyO-- you're doing great! I haven't had many wine pushers yet. Last night at dinner out with another couple, the wife who is a good friend of mine and enjoys wine with me was drinking water! She's trying to lose a few pounds. I just said I was taking a break for awhile-- no problem!
Congrats on Day 14 Casey!
Lucky 13 for me today. Tomorrow we leave for SIL's house for the weekend. Definitely a big challenge. But I will definitely not drink! I will check in with you guys while I'm there.
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Sorry I have been absent class. Went Overseas on a holiday. Was amazing but sadly I drank while away. Luckily I'm back in action and Day 5 is done and dusted for this little Aussie.
CaseyW, Immri, Dee, Bobbieka, Caramel...And any other old friends posting in this class, Oh how I've missed you. March is a good month. I'm thrilled to bits everyone who has joined is part of what is going to be an amazing class. What a wonderful job everyone is doing..Day 1 or 100 we are in this together. Love you guys xxxxxxxx
CaseyW, Immri, Dee, Bobbieka, Caramel...And any other old friends posting in this class, Oh how I've missed you. March is a good month. I'm thrilled to bits everyone who has joined is part of what is going to be an amazing class. What a wonderful job everyone is doing..Day 1 or 100 we are in this together. Love you guys xxxxxxxx
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Busy day today, but need to check in here Day 13! two weeks tomorrow!
Weekend coming up, and the kids are at their mother this weekend. Gonna need all the will power I got to get trough.. But, lots of plans made so its going to be okey! Wish you all a good friday!
Day 13! two weeks tomorrow! Weekend coming up, and the kids are at their mother this weekend. Gonna need all the will power I got to get trough.. But, lots of plans made so its going to be okey! Wish you all a good friday!
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Napster - "no, thank you" You Brits are going to polite us to death. Love it.
Lava - navigating gets easier. Welcome to SR.
SandyO - great job getting through the party! The first ones are tough. You are getting strong. Very proud of you.
argillaceous - Prayers for your pup.
Lava - navigating gets easier. Welcome to SR.
SandyO - great job getting through the party! The first ones are tough. You are getting strong. Very proud of you.
argillaceous - Prayers for your pup.
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