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Old 09-25-2013, 02:18 PM
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Thumbs up Finally

Long time lurker, first time poster (with the intention of sticking around). Today, I went in for an assessment at an alcohol treatment facility and was admitted to an outpatient program. Starting tomorrow, I will be going 3x a week for 3 hours a session. This decision was a loooong time coming. I have abused my mind, body and self-esteem for close to 10 years and I am DONE.

I hate this drug and I want it out of my life forever. For me, there is no "safe" amount of consumption. I am an addict and I am WORN OUT. I am tired of driving around town tossing out bottles, the potty problems, the constant health worries, the not answering the phone after 5pm, pretending to remember conversations, knowing my bartender knows I am an alcoholic, and on and on and on.

I am praying for strength and plan to come back here often. I will let you know my progress in out patient, as I know many will be curious. I am a heavy drinker (2 bottles of wine a few times a week), but selected outpatient because I have responsibilities as a care taker. Now, it's time to take care of ME.

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Welcome, Dagny!

Cool user name, Atlas Shrugged is one of my fave books!

Good job on reaching out for some substantial help! There's still room in the Class of September 2013 thread....check it out, we'd be happy to have you join us.
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Welcome to SR Dagny. I know just how you feel - it's exhausting being dependent on it. The things you mention are all too familiar & most of us can relate.

I hope the outpatient program works out for you - good that you wanted to try it. SR is a good place to be - among people who understand you and will be rooting for you to get free of it. We know you can do it.
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Old 09-25-2013, 02:27 PM
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dagny, glad you are looking out for you, its good to have you with us . ) x
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Old 09-25-2013, 02:28 PM
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Welcome, Dagny! Love your username, too. Glad you are here. I look forward to reading your updates. Stay strong; you can do this!
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Welcome, Dagny. I am glad you are here with us.
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Old 09-25-2013, 02:30 PM
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Welcome Dagny,

Good decission.
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Old 09-25-2013, 02:32 PM
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Welcome Dagny, glad you have joined us.
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Old 09-25-2013, 02:34 PM
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Welcome DT.....it sounds like the wheels are in motion, good for you! The IOP program sounds like a great plan to get started. I started off with a great group, it changed slightly every week because new people come in and some people will finish. Which makes for a great ride, because you get to be a newbie and learn, make friends with people who are right where you are, and keep in touch with those people when you leave. Welcome to SR!
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Old 09-25-2013, 02:35 PM
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Old 09-25-2013, 02:35 PM
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Welcome. I am glad that you are being honest with yourself and that you are ready to commit to sobriety. You have taken the first huge step. Outpatient treatments sounds like a good plan. Your right it is time to start taking care of yourself. There is strength in numbers. I look forward to getting to know you. Best wishes in your sobriety.
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AWESOME!!! Best of luck!
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Old 09-25-2013, 02:54 PM
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