Getting thru the first Christmas sober
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Getting thru the first Christmas sober
Well so far so good. I just wanted to check in and wish everyone a Merry Christmas! I've heard the holidays are tough for not drinking. I am beginning to see that! I'm just around the corner of 6 months sober. I have been doing pretty good but am feeling more anxious then normal. When I came to work yesterday I had a 6 pack sitting on my desk from a co worker. I ended up giving it away a few hours later to my sister. I had a vendor dinner last night where lots of alcohol was. I got what looked like a cocktail but wasn't and nursed that all night. Received a bottle of wine from the vendor and gave that away to my sister. It is like wow!! But I just take it one day at a time! And try not to believe the lie of alcohol. I have a sponsor who I have been driving crazy and she wouldn't have it any other way!
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Yes Linz, the same has been happening at work for me! Secret Santa gave me liquor scented candles, wine glasses and a bottle of Champagne. Easy enough to give away but wow, in my face! Glad to hear you have a good sponsor, peace to you during this festive time!
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Yep the Xmas crazies. Good move about removing the 6 pack. Out of sight, out of mind. My first xmas ever without family. Will be living virtually at SR and avoiding every risk in my control of things I can.
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Originally Posted by PhoenixJ 
Yep the Xmas crazies. Good move about removing the 6 pack. Out of sight, out of mind. My first xmas ever without family. Will be living virtually at SR and avoiding every risk in my control of things I can.
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Originally Posted by Jillwink
Linz- congratulations on six months! That's awesome 
Christmas shouldn't be a problem for you!
Christmas shouldn't be a problem for you!
but I know I can do it!
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The holidays and Christmas are tough especially with the kids home and with 5 all of legal age the drinks flow. The first one was really hard to get through but I will tell you it was the most satisfying for me and it will be for you. I tend to keep busy in the kitchen and find things to do which prevent me from sitting idle too long. One day at a time and you'll be so proud of yourself when you push through! Congrats on 6 months!!!
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Originally Posted by Mklove
Yes Linz, the same has been happening at work for me! Secret Santa gave me liquor scented candles, wine glasses and a bottle of Champagne. Easy enough to give away but wow, in my face! Glad to hear you have a good sponsor, peace to you during this festive time!
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Linz, I know that it appears like everyone is drinking at this time of year and it can seem relentless...remember we are here.!
The firsts are new and are the hardest....but once you get through the firsts, well, for me, there was an immense sense gratitude.
The firsts are new and are the hardest....but once you get through the firsts, well, for me, there was an immense sense gratitude.
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