24 Hour Recovery Connections Part 382
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Originally Posted by venuscat 
I know love....but something I found out with my last relapse was that I did in fact feel way worse when I detoxed. Got a bit of a clue how this is a progressive disease....I am thick...takes me years to get it....it gets worse it gets harder it gets scarier.....that's why we can't drink anymore. We ran out of drink cards honey. That simple....we are done. Time for other more wonderful and healthy pursuits. 
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It's midnight here and I'm about to fall asleep. My husband won't be back until tomorrow and it just struck me that in the old days, I would be horribly drunk by now. I used to love nights when my husband was away..... I'd get the kids to bed and then start drinking. Safe in the knowledge that no one was coming home. ... no judgement, no interruptions, just me and my wine.
Tonight I didn't even think about drinking. I spent the afternoon watching Anne of Green Gables with my daughters (how good is that?? Timeless.... I'd forgotten how good it is). Then I watched Ninja warrior with my sons which gave us the idea to build a ninja warrior obstacle course in the living room. Then we had a ninja warrior champion of champions competition (I took it ridiculously seriously and didn't win.... didn't even get in the top 3 and I was the only adult taking part.... sigh). I've laughed so much tonight and to think I used to think my life would be boring without alcohol. I couldn't see at the time that alcohol was making me boring. Sitting on my own drinking wine and then nursing a hangover for hours is fairly boring. All those nights I spent drunk whilst my husband was away.... I thought I was having fun but all I was doing was pressing pause on my life. And not pressing pause in a fun place... pressing pause in a place of paranoia, fear and regret. I'm glad I don't hit that pause button anymore. Life is so much better now I'm actually living it.
Suze, you are infinitely wise whatever colour your words appear.... just wanted to thank you for all your endless support and love.... you are so special. Nite xxxx
Tonight I didn't even think about drinking. I spent the afternoon watching Anne of Green Gables with my daughters (how good is that?? Timeless.... I'd forgotten how good it is). Then I watched Ninja warrior with my sons which gave us the idea to build a ninja warrior obstacle course in the living room. Then we had a ninja warrior champion of champions competition (I took it ridiculously seriously and didn't win.... didn't even get in the top 3 and I was the only adult taking part.... sigh). I've laughed so much tonight and to think I used to think my life would be boring without alcohol. I couldn't see at the time that alcohol was making me boring. Sitting on my own drinking wine and then nursing a hangover for hours is fairly boring. All those nights I spent drunk whilst my husband was away.... I thought I was having fun but all I was doing was pressing pause on my life. And not pressing pause in a fun place... pressing pause in a place of paranoia, fear and regret. I'm glad I don't hit that pause button anymore. Life is so much better now I'm actually living it.
Suze, you are infinitely wise whatever colour your words appear.... just wanted to thank you for all your endless support and love.... you are so special. Nite xxxx
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It’s pouring very heavy up here in Bmore! But since it’s mid May & next five days are forecasted thunderstorms, is it global cooling or what? Think last heard climate change or something weird like that; sounds funny but it sure is
24 mo
24 mo
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Originally Posted by SoberLeigh
Time to celebrate our wonderful Milestoners!!!!!
Congratulations, all!!!
Enjoy!!!!
Congratulations, all!!!
Enjoy!!!!
It looks delicious! Monday morning I fly to Idaho to visit with my folks. My sister always makes homemade Huckleberry Jam for me to take home.....sooooo goood!!
Thank you for supporting us all,
Love,
Bobbi
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Originally Posted by kenton
It's midnight here and I'm about to fall asleep. My husband won't be back until tomorrow and it just struck me that in the old days, I would be horribly drunk by now. I used to love nights when my husband was away..... I'd get the kids to bed and then start drinking. Safe in the knowledge that no one was coming home. ... no judgement, no interruptions, just me and my wine.
Tonight I didn't even think about drinking. I spent the afternoon watching Anne of Green Gables with my daughters (how good is that?? Timeless.... I'd forgotten how good it is). Then I watched Ninja warrior with my sons which gave us the idea to build a ninja warrior obstacle course in the living room. Then we had a ninja warrior champion of champions competition (I took it ridiculously seriously and didn't win.... didn't even get in the top 3 and I was the only adult taking part.... sigh). I've laughed so much tonight and to think I used to think my life would be boring without alcohol. I couldn't see at the time that alcohol was making me boring. Sitting on my own drinking wine and then nursing a hangover for hours is fairly boring. All those nights I spent drunk whilst my husband was away.... I thought I was having fun but all I was doing was pressing pause on my life. And not pressing pause in a fun place... pressing pause in a place of paranoia, fear and regret. I'm glad I don't hit that pause button anymore. Life is so much better now I'm actually living it.
Tonight I didn't even think about drinking. I spent the afternoon watching Anne of Green Gables with my daughters (how good is that?? Timeless.... I'd forgotten how good it is). Then I watched Ninja warrior with my sons which gave us the idea to build a ninja warrior obstacle course in the living room. Then we had a ninja warrior champion of champions competition (I took it ridiculously seriously and didn't win.... didn't even get in the top 3 and I was the only adult taking part.... sigh). I've laughed so much tonight and to think I used to think my life would be boring without alcohol. I couldn't see at the time that alcohol was making me boring. Sitting on my own drinking wine and then nursing a hangover for hours is fairly boring. All those nights I spent drunk whilst my husband was away.... I thought I was having fun but all I was doing was pressing pause on my life. And not pressing pause in a fun place... pressing pause in a place of paranoia, fear and regret. I'm glad I don't hit that pause button anymore. Life is so much better now I'm actually living it.
In for 24. Love to all.
Hope the volunteering went well, Wiscober
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Kenton darling magnificent post thank you for sharing your positivity!
I ended up watching Eurovision with Hannah in bed last night. We rated all of the acts and it was just great being with her. Teenagers isolate themselves so much so I'm just super happy when we spend quality time together. Poor thing has got a stinker of a cold now. Rotten timing the night before the exams. Like a good teen she is googling remedies and so far I've infused fresh ginger like tea and now have garlic based food to cook. Yes boss!
I'm taking Melly swimming with her friend this morning. It's a super pool with slides etc. I'm taking my book and will just watch. Melly is excited about going in without me!
A few jobs I really must do also and I think our boiler needs attention so I'll try and get someone to come out. Ugh! I'm still panicking about how much I have to do but if I achieve a few things then I'm doing well.
I have definitely decided not to contact bf. No good will come of it and he can come for his things when he likes. Picking an argument only hurts me in the end.
Thank you PhoenixJ for your post yesterday. You literally helped me get out of my bed and start trying again.
24 please if I may.......
I ended up watching Eurovision with Hannah in bed last night. We rated all of the acts and it was just great being with her. Teenagers isolate themselves so much so I'm just super happy when we spend quality time together. Poor thing has got a stinker of a cold now. Rotten timing the night before the exams. Like a good teen she is googling remedies and so far I've infused fresh ginger like tea and now have garlic based food to cook. Yes boss!
I'm taking Melly swimming with her friend this morning. It's a super pool with slides etc. I'm taking my book and will just watch. Melly is excited about going in without me!
A few jobs I really must do also and I think our boiler needs attention so I'll try and get someone to come out. Ugh! I'm still panicking about how much I have to do but if I achieve a few things then I'm doing well.
I have definitely decided not to contact bf. No good will come of it and he can come for his things when he likes. Picking an argument only hurts me in the end.
Thank you PhoenixJ for your post yesterday. You literally helped me get out of my bed and start trying again.
24 please if I may.......
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