“Go Against the Grain” Weekender, Nov. 30-Dec. 4, 2017
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Join Date: Oct 2013
Posts: 11,424
Hi All;
I'm in and loved the starting message Gilmer--really applies to work situation for me right now.
I'm kind of in the "long term" payback for my addiction phase for the most part.
Not so much immediate issues, but did things I now regret greatly like
not funding my IRA fully and drinking the money instead,
too much drunk shopping in the past and so on that I'm not quite to "take this job and shove it"
freedom yet. . .
But, now on a "no spend" plan and working with retirement folk to exit stage left when I can
I'm in and loved the starting message Gilmer--really applies to work situation for me right now.
I'm kind of in the "long term" payback for my addiction phase for the most part.
Not so much immediate issues, but did things I now regret greatly like
not funding my IRA fully and drinking the money instead,
too much drunk shopping in the past and so on that I'm not quite to "take this job and shove it"
freedom yet. . .
But, now on a "no spend" plan and working with retirement folk to exit stage left when I can
Mr
Join Date: Mar 2016
Location: FRANCE
Posts: 5,230
Hello Weekenders.
I really enjoyed the OP GIlmer. It applies very much to me and I am working hard on it.
MLD I hope you enjoy your night out and dinner on Sat. And congratulations (in advance) for a magnificent 3 years of recovery and sobriety.
Hello to all the old and the new weekenders
Im in for the weekend.
V.
I really enjoyed the OP GIlmer. It applies very much to me and I am working hard on it.
MLD I hope you enjoy your night out and dinner on Sat. And congratulations (in advance) for a magnificent 3 years of recovery and sobriety.
Hello to all the old and the new weekenders
Im in for the weekend.
V.
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Join Date: Mar 2014
Posts: 25,373
Goo oood morning. Welcome to Cleomie and Jek1126.
I've gotten so much done already. It's pouring down rain and I'm taking the bus downtown. Should I wear the short black not-really-that-waterproof-nor-that-warm jacket that will look better or the long London Fog beige lined water resistant coat that isn't that fashionable?
This is my dilemma that I'm focused on to keep from worrying about my doctor appointment. I'll continue to try to decide. It's a harmless debate in my head and it distracts me. I do have multiple umbrellas, so that kind of negates much of the inner dialog. 
I've gotten so much done already. It's pouring down rain and I'm taking the bus downtown. Should I wear the short black not-really-that-waterproof-nor-that-warm jacket that will look better or the long London Fog beige lined water resistant coat that isn't that fashionable?
This is my dilemma that I'm focused on to keep from worrying about my doctor appointment. I'll continue to try to decide. It's a harmless debate in my head and it distracts me. I do have multiple umbrellas, so that kind of negates much of the inner dialog. Member
Join Date: Aug 2017
Posts: 1,246
Thank you Gilmer. Your post speaks to one of my central struggles......ruminating, wallowing and manufacturing resentments. I am an expert grudge keeper. All self-destructive and pointless.
I am trying acceptance but it definitely doesn't come naturally for me.
I am in for the weekend and will keep acceptance in my mind!
DS
I am trying acceptance but it definitely doesn't come naturally for me.
I am in for the weekend and will keep acceptance in my mind!
DS
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Join Date: Mar 2015
Location: St.Petersburg, FL.
Posts: 1,077
Thanks for an excellent opening, Gilmer. I'm all in. As December starts I am 23 days from my 2 year anniversary. Things are not perfect for me but they are pretty good and that's plenty enough after my previous hell. Wishing everyone peace and strength this weekend.
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Join Date: Mar 2014
Posts: 25,373
Purp! Stahp!
Doctor (eye doctor) went well, thanks Gilmer. I haven't been in ten years. I don't have insurance for it so I kept putting it off and then became worried that my vision had some issues. All is well. I need new glasses is all. Much better than what Doctor Google told me.
Next up, toe. I broke it over the summer and my standard, "Oh, it will heal," approach isn't working. I'm afraid it needs surgical intervention.
Happy Friday, everyone have a plan for not drinking this weekend! Figgy Pudding for me tonight, if I still go. Toe, ya know? Several hours of being on my feet and walking. Dunno. But Figgy Pudding. There's always Ibuprofen.
If you are lurking this thread, jump in and post - make a commitment to a bunch of random internet alcoholics that you won't drink this weekend. It helps to say it/type it. If I can do it, you can do it.
Doctor (eye doctor) went well, thanks Gilmer. I haven't been in ten years. I don't have insurance for it so I kept putting it off and then became worried that my vision had some issues. All is well. I need new glasses is all. Much better than what Doctor Google told me.
Next up, toe. I broke it over the summer and my standard, "Oh, it will heal," approach isn't working. I'm afraid it needs surgical intervention.
Happy Friday, everyone have a plan for not drinking this weekend! Figgy Pudding for me tonight, if I still go. Toe, ya know? Several hours of being on my feet and walking. Dunno. But Figgy Pudding. There's always Ibuprofen.
If you are lurking this thread, jump in and post - make a commitment to a bunch of random internet alcoholics that you won't drink this weekend. It helps to say it/type it. If I can do it, you can do it.
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Join Date: Oct 2015
Posts: 2,393
Originally Posted by Gilmer 
Thanks, Marty. That is true recovery in action!
Giving up is NOT an option.
Join Date: Jan 2015
Location: Western Wisconsin
Posts: 7,808
Bim - I broke (I think) my big toe a couple of months ago, and didn't go to the doctor. I thought it would be ok with time. Not so much. I'm giving it another few weeks to see if it feels better. Most of the time it's ok, but if I'm on my feet more than usual it hurts. Or if I bump it on something. YIKES!
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