New Member - Day 1
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New Member - Day 1
Hi. My name is Kara. I am making today my first sober day.
I woke up with a hangover from drinking nearly a whole bottle of vodka yesterday and again the day before. I'm tired of abusing alcohol and thinking I can control my drinking. I would love to get my life on track.
I hate being a drunk, which is what I frequently am. I just hope I can do it. Hangovers are no fun and I hate to think about the amount of money I spend on booze! It's just so pointless. I can't figure out why I let myself do this to me. It's nice to know I'm not alone however
I don't have any kids (can't keep a man lol) but I do have a dog and I hate the way I ignore him when I'm drunk.
I woke up with a hangover from drinking nearly a whole bottle of vodka yesterday and again the day before. I'm tired of abusing alcohol and thinking I can control my drinking. I would love to get my life on track.
I hate being a drunk, which is what I frequently am. I just hope I can do it. Hangovers are no fun and I hate to think about the amount of money I spend on booze! It's just so pointless. I can't figure out why I let myself do this to me. It's nice to know I'm not alone however
I don't have any kids (can't keep a man lol) but I do have a dog and I hate the way I ignore him when I'm drunk.
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Welcome to the family, Kara. Have you made a plan for your recovery? I'll come back with some links for you. I also suggest you join the April Class, where you'll find lots of people in your situation. Stay close to us if you feel the urge to drink, there are always people here that will help you.
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Friendly Folk
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Welcome, Kara. We have all been there. It is great that you have taken the step and posted here on SR. You will find a lot of support. Keep posting whenever and whatever you have on your mind. Someone is always listening. ♡ChloeRose
You'll find lots of support and good ideas here. Administrator
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Kara, many of us have been inspired by our pets to be better people. I'm glad that you have decided to stop drinking. You are not alone, and you will find lots of inspiration here.
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Join Date: Dec 2012
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I drank a fifth of vodka pretty much every day for over a year. I am glad I didn't have a dog then because the poor thing would have never gotten out of the house. My girlfriend at the time stuck around as long as she could but she had a breaking point.
My vodka drinking days were my worst days of alcoholism. drinking a bottle alone is a sure sign that you need professional help.
My vodka drinking days were my worst days of alcoholism. drinking a bottle alone is a sure sign that you need professional help.
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Join Date: Dec 2012
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Hi Kara! Congratulations for starting a sober life!
Here is a good daily check-in thread (formerly the "24-Hour Club"):
http://www.soberrecovery.com/forums/...ml#post5902537
Here is a good daily check-in thread (formerly the "24-Hour Club"):
http://www.soberrecovery.com/forums/...ml#post5902537
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Join Date: Apr 2007
Location: Australia
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Hi and welcome again Kara
Being part of this community really helped me to get past that period where I'd try to convince myself I'd over reacted and I was 'not that bad'.
Reading my own posts back and other peoples stories convinced me I belonged here
I know we can help you too
D
Being part of this community really helped me to get past that period where I'd try to convince myself I'd over reacted and I was 'not that bad'.
Reading my own posts back and other peoples stories convinced me I belonged here
I know we can help you too
D
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