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Old 01-05-2019, 08:58 AM
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Thinking of you, GhostFace.

Stay strong, my friend.
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Old 01-14-2019, 09:14 AM
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How are you doing, GhostFace? How are your legs feeling?

Sending concern and support your way.
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Old 01-28-2019, 01:40 PM
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Thank you all for your support. I’ve seen better days, still working on my plan and sobriety
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Old 01-28-2019, 01:48 PM
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I am very glad to hear from you, GhostFace! Thanks so much for,
posting; I have been thinking about you.

What do you think that you could add to your plan. Have you identified any new triggers?
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Old 01-28-2019, 03:28 PM
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what kind of changes are you making to your plan GF?

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Old 03-17-2019, 06:01 PM
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I’m back to day 7 and I’m feeling good. Don’t have a plan but I will develop one. I apologize for being distant but I have a lot of work to do. Thank you for your support
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Old 03-17-2019, 06:03 PM
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Congrats on the week GF.
Make the plan a priority man - no plan means you're vulnerable and exposed.

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Old 03-20-2019, 12:03 PM
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Simply wonderful to see you, GhostFace. Congrats on 7 days!
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Old 04-15-2019, 02:31 PM
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How are you, my friend?
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Old 04-15-2019, 04:54 PM
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I’ve thought of you too, GF.
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Old 05-10-2019, 07:15 PM
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It’s been a long time since you posted, GhostFace. How are you?
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Old 07-08-2019, 07:47 PM
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Thinking of you, GhostFace; hope that all is well and that you check in soon.
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Old 05-13-2022, 05:35 PM
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Hey guys,

I had to go through this entire thread, and I almost shed a tear at the level of support. I'm doing much better, minus the drinking, but I took a vow not to drink again. I'm close to two days, and usually, my cravings are on the weekend, but tonight I don't crave alcohol. Last weekend I humiliated myself, with no remembrance of what occurred, just word of mouth from friends and family. I'm ashamed, disgusted, fearful, and embarrassed by my actions. The solution for this not to happen again is to quit drinking. Friends and family keep telling me that I can control it, but I'm convinced I can not. I fit all the signs of a functional alcoholic, which scares me. I keep imagining how life without alcohol would be, but it has to be better than what I go through when I'm drunk and I blackout. I also came to a realization that everything bad that happens to me, I'm under the influence. I need to change, I'm 36 years old, and I'm moving like I'm 16.

Sorry for venting, and thank you for listening.
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Old 05-13-2022, 05:37 PM
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Old 05-13-2022, 07:05 PM
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Thank you, Dee. I'm glad to be back; you have always been supportive in my tough journey.
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Old 05-13-2022, 07:22 PM
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You can do this. Welcome back.
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Old 05-13-2022, 11:46 PM
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Welcome back GF.

I found my way back here and have been sober (now) a little over 2 years.

It is so much better GF, and wish the same for you.


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Old 05-14-2022, 01:39 AM
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Ghost, I just read this thread and you articulated exactly where I am at. I was struck though by your self awareness, honesty and humility.

I'm sorry you had to have another crappy experience with the booze. It happens though so try not to beat yourself up.
I've so related to your struggle and posts that I truly hope you can get back to that place of progress, find some of the good that's out there waiting for you.

Good luck, and mate, you can do this 👍🏻
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Old 05-14-2022, 02:16 AM
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Friends and family keep telling me that I can control it, but I'm convinced I can not. I fit all the signs of a functional alcoholic.
Well meaning friends and family, bless their hearts. Unfortunately, they can fall into two categories: 1)Either they have no understanding of alcoholism, or 2)They think they can make you feel better by telling you what you want to hear.

I'm doubtful that "functional" includes having blackouts. Unfortunately, we tend to resist the solution to our problem, because we want it some other way than what it has to be. When you finally do find your way to permanent sobriety, this reverses, and you will be happy you finally quit. You will look back at yourself and ask, "What was I thinking?"
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Old 05-14-2022, 06:13 AM
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Day2 is Great!

Just remember that vow and Do Not Drink No Matter What.

Life WILL get better. Not necessarily easy or perfect but Much Much better than a drunken life.

You can do it
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