Looking at alcoholism from the other side makes me grateful
 

On Day 4 now :)

I have an alcoholic friend. I've known him since childhood. Last night, I was speaking to him on the phone. He was going out - wanted me to join him but I opted against it. I know this guy inside out and I told him to only withdraw the money he budgeted for booze and the taxi home.

The reason I told him that is because I know him. He's a really generous person and when he's had a few drinks, he'll buy you an entire round of drinks. Even if you've just met him, he'll take care of you. He didn't listen to me - he took his bank card.

He called me this morning at 8.00AM. The entire bonus he received from work was completely gone. He spent a ludicrous amount of money last night. He's devastated - he had budgeted that money to use during the holidays and it's completely gone and it's not even Christmas Day.

I felt really sorry for him but I also felt grateful - reinforced my sobriety.

Onwards to Day 5.

I'm glad you're doing well tiredwoman - I hope your friend finds his way too :)

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yea well done great work and good choice.
Onwards for us all ....

See you over on the weekender :)

I don't think he's at that stage where he realises he's an alcoholic. He just sees himself as a young bachelor having fun - he looks at it as a phase, as I once did.

That sucks! Hope you have a lovely Christmas though :)

~Bunnez

Day 4 is fantastic Tiredwoman!! Keep it going!! :scoregood

Keep it up, you are so inspiring!!!

Its amazing what you do see when you are sober. i pray your friend finds his way into recovery. Keep doing what you are doing x

Day 4 is fantastic, Tiredwoman.