What's everyone doing New Years Eve?

[tiptronic_ct]

What's everyone doing New Years Eve?

Great post, Chilli :l

The wonderful thing is that it is entirely possible to settle into this new lifestyle with comfort. I was just thinking about it: all the people who are coming here on Friday are really good friends and all of them know that I've stopped drinking. One of them is an ex-alkie himself - I just didn't realise it when I 1st met him.

I guess what I'm trying to say is that we don't have to live in shame for ever and a day, if that makes sense?

[Chillgirl]

What's everyone doing New Years Eve?

Tip - I know EXACTLY what you mean, what I felt when I read all your posts was "here is a bunch of people who are comfortable in their own skin". I actually think sobriety gives us a gift that other people dont get, we know only too well how guilt, shame and emptiness feels. So when we break free we somehow have an appreciation of life thats extra special.....

Pride - I hadnt heard this song before and I love it! Its beautiful.

Pride before Fall;1030533 wrote:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sWNAcFrxYwA[/video]]YouTube - Tracy Chapman - Change (w/ lyrics)

[mylife]

What's everyone doing New Years Eve?

Behind so many of these party smiles will be lonely unhappy people yet to find their way out. I know cause I use to be one of them!

You are so right Chill! We're the ones really having a good time, now. It really doesn't matter what we do, it's so much better when we're sober. :l

[Chillgirl]

What's everyone doing New Years Eve?

mylife;1030608 wrote: Behind so many of these party smiles will be lonely unhappy people yet to find their way out. I know cause I use to be one of them!

You are so right Chill! We're the ones really having a good time, now. It really doesn't matter what we do, it's so much better when we're sober. :l

:yougo:YOU ARE ABSOLUTELY RIGHT!!! :yougo:

[byebyebridgetjones]

What's everyone doing New Years Eve?

Small BBQ at a friend's home,good wholesome food with some nice, calm people who don't relish the limelight, and are looking forward to some good wholesome food.
I'll be driver, and as such will be dictating an early departure.
It's all about me.:H

[mylife]

What's everyone doing New Years Eve?

byebyebridgetjones;1030719 wrote: I'll be driver, and as such will be dictating an early departure.
It's all about me.:H

:H:H I can completely relate. The one issue I'm having is visualizing myself staying awake until midnight...!!

[spuddleduck]

What's everyone doing New Years Eve?

mylife;1030608 wrote: Behind so many of these party smiles will be lonely unhappy people yet to find their way out. I know cause I use to be one of them!

You are so right Chill! We're the ones really having a good time, now. It really doesn't matter what we do, it's so much better when we're sober. :l

yep that is sooooo true. ive had many a new year end in tears.... no doubt alcohol fuelled. im inspired reading this thread. think its settled in cozy on the sofa for me. and a quick auld lang syne (spelling???? dont know the words either) with the dogs.... that should be entertaining

[Guitarista]

What's everyone doing New Years Eve?

[quote=Chillgirl;1030603]Tip - I know EXACTLY what you mean, what I felt when I read all your posts was "here is a bunch of people who are comfortable in their own skin". I actually think sobriety gives us a gift that other people dont get, we know only too well how guilt, shame and emptiness feels. So when we break free we somehow have an appreciation of life thats extra special.....

Spot on Chilli. Absolutely spot on. A gift is what it is, and we should take it!

Bridget, it IS all about us in these situation's. It has to be. We must have an exit plan, and be in control of our travel arrangement's/arrival/departure times, etc. If we're starting to feel a bit too anxious, or bored, then we can just get out of there. And if we're enjoying ourselves immensely, that's great too.

I'm going to have a great time! (with my exit plan at the ready if need be of course)

[Guitarista]

What's everyone doing New Years Eve?

Hiya Spud!

[spuddleduck]

What's everyone doing New Years Eve?

Guitarista;1030819 wrote: Hiya Spud!

hya mr g:h

[Lavande]

What's everyone doing New Years Eve?

Chill,

I'm happy to say that I will be sitting here by myself (as usual) safe, warm & comfortable!
No stress or anxiety producing party for me. I have the company of my 2 who will be happy to share my snacks with me

Your one year anniversary is almost here - YAY!!!!

Spud - behave yourself girl
Hi Mr G!

[mama bear]

What's everyone doing New Years Eve?

I will be tucked in with Hubs watching a movie and trying to stay awake till midnite!! Perfect evening....

[mama bear]

What's everyone doing New Years Eve?

Oh and Chill....
ONE YEAR IS AMAZING!!! YOU GO GIRL!!!

[Lillypond059]

What's everyone doing New Years Eve?

Chill great thread, congratulions on one year af,

Were having quiet night at home, with good movie, nibbles and a nice pot of tea,luv ma tea. Wishing you and everyone here, all the very best for 2011 Lillyx

[gyco]

What's everyone doing New Years Eve?

i dont no ive been invited to a dinnmy er at sisters house,country dweller that she is, sothe drink would be out of the question and with gettin bac to work i cant afford to lose my license, plus weve been invited to movie nt at my brother and sisterinlws, that could be entertaining as well there not big drinkers, but as i told my wife after the many years of stopping and starting it is still as hard as it use to be,other then that it wont be like it use tobe,i think that part is under control,it hurts to much,but have a wonderful nt gyco