Newbies Unite, June 08'

[vera-b]

Newbies Unite, June 08'

Hello Renewal,

I will be the first to admit that this is totally weird for me, but thank you for starting the "newbie" thread. I joined today and I'll admit that I'm in totally new territory. First of all, my daughters know more about computers than I ever will. The common language is more like "text" in everything I've read, and we oldies have to decipher (I just figured out that AF meant alcohol free -- what a concept!!!) and yet the "real" common language is from the heart. I just ordered the CD and Roberta Jewell's book and am hoping this all helps with the constant love of my dark friend, the bottle. Hoping we can support each other in this journey, regarless of age.



Vera-b.

p.s. Aren't threads part of the woven cloth???

[renewal]

Newbies Unite, June 08'

Hello and welcome to Red Wine and Vera B......very happy to have you in our family. Vera, sounds like you've taken all the right steps with the book and CD......as for the computer, don't sweat it....I am very computer challenged myself. Hope to see much more of you both as we work together to reclaim our lives, once and for all.
Renewal

[vera-b]

Newbies Unite, June 08'

Renewal,

One of the things that attracted me to this site was Roberta Jewell's personal testimonial. I am drawn to others' stories. I see my own story in those of others. Do the people on this site share their stories? their struggles? their hopes/dreams? Is it more than daily "atta boys" to keep us all on the path of shared sobriety? What's the story??
Vera-b.

[renewal]

Newbies Unite, June 08'

Absolutely Vera...all of the above. Feel free to share your story, struggles, successes, etc....we're here to help one another, and certainly, the more one wishes to share, the better we will know them and their situation. All input, especially the supportive is welcome. Thanks for asking.
Renewal

[ready2quit]

Newbies Unite, June 08'

I made it 2 in a row. I have a friend who want to meet for dinner but every time we meet we drink so I think I'm going to try to just meet for lunch. It's too much temptation to go back into my old habits. When something like that happens (like someone asking me to dinner) I get very anxious because I know I will want a drink. I'm just going to try not to let myself get into that position. I truly want to be a non drinker. That's what I keep telling myself. I think if I could get a couple weeks behind me everything would be so much easier.

[renewal]

Newbies Unite, June 08'

Great attitude....and plan, ready2quit. Not putting yourself in vulnerable situations is very important. Eventually you will be in tough spots, just by circumstance, but especially in these first couple weeks, avoid them whenever possible. Congrats too on day 2.....it will become easier, especially with the attitude you are showing. All the best for a great day 3!
Renewal

[Nia70]

Newbies Unite, June 08'

Whitemarsh how did you get on yesterday?

R2Q Im worried more about socialising than anything else, Ive got a retirement party to go to a week on Saturday, Im hoping Im beginning to feel the health benefits more by then and wont be tempted to get drunk. Sadly all my ex work colleagues live in a drinking culture so it will be hard to resist.

My second morning hf and I really really like it although I did get quite a bit of random internal pain last night, is this usual?

Into day three I go, apart from one little wobble yesterday I am going to keep up the habit of not buying wine in the evenings now. After work should be easy as I only have a couple of hours to really think about it, Im pleased my first day was a Sunday now as Id be worried I cant keep it up this weekend but i already know I have done it already

Hope everyone has a great day.

[Red-Wine]

Newbies Unite, June 08'

Good Luck with Dr. Rachel.

Welcome Vera !

[Destined for Joy]

Newbies Unite, June 08'

Are we allowed to mention other supplements here other than what is sold? The core of my Nutritional Therapy has been Green Barley grass juice. I have used it for about 16 years now...it isn't a supplement, but, a whole super food chocked with everything our bodies need a the cellular level...like a salad in a glass! I grabbed a glass in the middle of the night when I've drunk alot...it helps balance blood sugar and the shakes. Loaded with anti-oxidants and amino acids and helps your body use supplements to their fullest. You can find several brands at most health food stores or on the net. The reseach is endless...just wanted to share. Hve a happy day, all

[Foxypoxy]

Newbies Unite, June 08'

I fell off.....................

My wagon - I managed 3 days and then my daughter passed her History degree. That was it - what an excuse! 4 days later and what a mess. I am determined to do this so am gonna draw a line under it and start again.

I obvioulsy need to go completly AF - no moderation for me.

Thanks to Renewal for missing me off here - you have helped me to make my mind up to carry on and to talk to my fiends on here even more :thanks:

So here goes..............

[jubilee]

Newbies Unite, June 08'

I made it through day 1 AF! Sounds so little in comparison to some, but I am thrilled. I played tennis in 95 degree heat last night just to sweat out some toxins. Feel pretty good...a little shaky, didn't sleep great, but have a clear head and I actually woke up with an appetite...that never happens when I've been drinking. On to day 2....good luck to all today, and thank you for all the inspiration!

[patricia]

Newbies Unite, June 08'

Hi Jubilee

Day 1 is hard so don't play it down - it's a huge change in routine - I've got a sis who is chronic and I know how difficult it is for her just to even go three hours let alone 1 day - I'm the lucky one who can at least struggle a bit and put up a bit of a fight against this. Wishing you every good wish . . . . . .

[renewal]

Newbies Unite, June 08'

Welcome back Foxypoxy.....well, sorry you drank, but it does sound like you gained perspective of 'the bigger picture' from that....moderation, for you is not an aption. Good to know that now, huh. We're here to help you any way we can. Jubilee, congrats on day 1....I agree with Patricia, do NOT downplay that accomplishment. If I had a dime for every "Day 1", that NEVER got to Day 2....I'd be a rich man. You're off to a great start. Well, I wish all of you a wonderful Tuesday.....stay strong as we reclaim our lives. Renewal

[JMT]

Newbies Unite, June 08'

Well guys, I messed up, I was on day 6 yesterday, let my emotions get the better of me and BAM, yep 2 shots. Sigh......I let everyone down, most importantly myself. BUT, I had some REALLY GREAT friends here help me work through it and for that I'm VERY grateful. The good things that came out of my "slip" was it was only 2 shots, they were AWFUL, tasted AWFUL and it was all I had plus I threw the rest out. It didn't put me on a binger and I have NO desire to have anymore. I'm silightly hung over (yes, after 2 shots!! LOL) and I don't miss this feeling at all.
So, made it to 6 and am back down to 1 BUT, I learned from it, know that I'm not missing out on anything and I move forward again one foot in front of the other.
I apologize for yesterday, just too much going on in my personal life that I have to learn how to deal with sober.

[renewal]

Newbies Unite, June 08'

Atta girl....welcome back JMT....your post sends three valuable lessons to us all....
-honesty and accountability....being true to yourself and your forum friends
-that the thing you 'crave' or may 'miss' so much, actually tasted like crap after 6 days of healthy living...a reminder, that maybe we give it more glory then it deserves.
-if we do slip, there's 2 choices. Go on a binge since you already slipped up anyway....OR, get back on track and move forward with your sobriety.
While yesterday was a terrible day for you, I'd like to thank you for these reminders and lessons you gave. Welcome home.
Renewal