Some thoughts today...
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Some thoughts today...
Some of you know that last night I went to a bar for a birthday party, it was the first time I have been in a bar in probably 7 months. I reflected on it a little bit today and I can say that I did feel a sense of pride going there sober, being sociable, and not experiencing any anxiety (as I thought I might). 90% of the people I spoke to were already intoxicated when I talked to them. I'm pretty sure none of them cared if I was sober or drunk, but I cared. I like the fact that none of them could get up this morning and talk any sh*t about me. You know how people love to gossip. I also feel that I might have gained a little respect from my peers. And even just a little (respect) feels good.
The other thing I am kind of excited about is sleeping in my own bed. Since my injuries, I have been sleeping in one of the spare bedrooms because I've had to wear my braces and could only sleep on my back. I snore when sleeping on my back and it wasn't fair to my wife to keep her up all night making noise. I can now sleep with my braces off, so I will be sleeping in our bed, and I'm excited about it. Our family is just my wife and I, and our beloved golden retriever and bedtime is a very peaceful and calming end to our day...every day. So for the first time in over two months we will be back together as a family. I know its sounds trivial, but its the little things in life that I appreciate the most.
The other thing I am kind of excited about is sleeping in my own bed. Since my injuries, I have been sleeping in one of the spare bedrooms because I've had to wear my braces and could only sleep on my back. I snore when sleeping on my back and it wasn't fair to my wife to keep her up all night making noise. I can now sleep with my braces off, so I will be sleeping in our bed, and I'm excited about it. Our family is just my wife and I, and our beloved golden retriever and bedtime is a very peaceful and calming end to our day...every day. So for the first time in over two months we will be back together as a family. I know its sounds trivial, but its the little things in life that I appreciate the most.
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Originally Posted by thomas11 
So for the first time in over two months we will be back together as a family. I know its sounds trivial, but its the little things in life that I appreciate the most.
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Hi Thomas,
I really value what you have to say in all of your posts that I have read.
I can absolutely relate to what your saying. The first time I went to a concert sober was huge for me, and I thought in my head very similar to what you posted. It's such a different experience sober. I had no idea I'd notice so many things so differently.
I can also relate to being injured, so I'm glad you get to rest where you are most comfortable. My black lab is with me as I post!
I really value what you have to say in all of your posts that I have read.
I can absolutely relate to what your saying. The first time I went to a concert sober was huge for me, and I thought in my head very similar to what you posted. It's such a different experience sober. I had no idea I'd notice so many things so differently.
I can also relate to being injured, so I'm glad you get to rest where you are most comfortable. My black lab is with me as I post!
That has to be an amazing feeling, you've earned it so enjoy. 
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