Underoos and other possom bottoms - April 2011

[byebyebridgetjones]

Underoos and other possom bottoms - April 2011

KTAB;1094417 wrote: Been struggling for months now, being away from home was hard and in the middle of the city full of pubs I allowed myself to have the odd one or two and no problem stopping for a few weeks. Of course we all know what happens next, the inevitable. Then the old AL brain tells us its fine have a curer, you dont need MWO, dont read or post because you dont really want to stop FOREVER do you.
Anyways off to bed soon, to wake up to day 4.

That's the thing about you though mate.

You always get back up.

Have a great sleep :l

[Tabbers (a.k.a. KTAB)]

Underoos and other possom bottoms - April 2011

Thanks Bridge but really is there any other choice? See yis in 8 or so hours.

[Guitarista]

Underoos and other possom bottoms - April 2011

Morning folk's,

G'day KT. Good to see you as alway's.

I couldn't get my head around stopping drinking 'FOREVER', and still can't, but i don't worry about that. All i knew, and know, is that for me, not drinking at all, nothing, zilch, no drinky poo's 'only on the weekend for you Greggy boy', does not work. Don't know why, don't care why, (don't care why, as no big underlying issues i can identify, otherwise i'd be working on those with pro help most likely, but i have identified i am a gentleman of leisure, and vagabond/shirk responsibility where possible without much encouragement sort of bloke, which can be a strength and a weakness....hang on, that's right, i'm a musician!) so i just do what i need to do right here, and right now, and i don't get too stressed, or caught up in 'forever'. That is far too overwhelming for me. But some folk's around here know that 'forever' is the way they want to go, so i'd imagine this realisation or understanding would make the journey a fair bit easier. I'm still not sure about 'forever', and that's okay with me. What I do know is that right here, right now, and for the next year or 2 or 3, 4, or maybe forever? that drinking is not for me, and i'm right with that. As Maxwell Smart would say______________And, loving it.

Cloudy and windy here, with rain forecast. Bugger. Oh well, some more sunny days later next week i hope. Of course, It's common knowledge that just above the grey clouds, there are blue sky's.

'ave a good weekend.

[Guitarista]

Underoos and other possom bottoms - April 2011

byebyebridgetjones;1094362 wrote: Was one of your notes to get home at a decent hour and into bed young man ? :H

I know mate, it's so easy to get a skin full and turn into a 'gunna'.

Can't operate that way any more. Life's too short and important.

Unblemished, untarnished, unabashed, shameless, unconditional and unlimited throbbage to you, precious friend!

(now b4 anyone chucks up, don't forget, you've got me on ignore)

[techie]

Underoos and other possom bottoms - April 2011

Guitarista;1094434 wrote: Morning folk's,

G'day KT. Good to see you as alway's.

I couldn't get my head around stopping drinking 'FOREVER', and still can't, but i don't worry about that. All i knew, and know, is that for me, not drinking at all, nothing, zilch, no drinky poo's 'only on the weekend for you Greggy boy', does not work. Don't know why, don't care why, (don't care why, as no big underlying issues i can identify, otherwise i'd be working on those with pro help most likely, but i have identified i am a gentleman of leisure, and vagabond/shirk responsibility where possible without much encouragement sort of bloke, which can be a strength and a weakness....hang on, that's right, i'm a musician!) so i just do what i need to do right here, and right now, and i don't get too stressed, or caught up in 'forever'. That is far too overwhelming for me. But some folk's around here know that 'forever' is the way they want to go, so i'd imagine this realisation or understanding would make the journey a fair bit easier. I'm still not sure about 'forever', and that's okay with me. What I do know is that right here, right now, and for the next year or 2 or 3, 4, or maybe forever? that drinking is not for me, and i'm right with that. As Maxwell Smart would say______________And, loving it.

Cloudy and windy here, with rain forecast. Bugger. Oh well, some more sunny days later next week i hope. Of course, It's common knowledge that just above the grey clouds, there are blue sky's.

'ave a good weekend.

We don't know what could grab us and pull us right back in. I think for me it is the removal of alcohol and drugs from ALL new engagements. I wish you the best G...GOD BLESS!!!

[Guitarista]

Underoos and other possom bottoms - April 2011

Hey Techie,

Good to see you. Working on your (golf) slice? :H

Yep, lot's of stuff can 'pull us back in' to drinking, and that is why for me, gratitude thinking versus deprivation thinking, and attitude is essential, and one of my special sauce secret ingredient's. I am forever grateful for my sobriety. I see it's value, know it's value, and most importantly, every single morning i wake up, i realise, and understand it's value to me. I must and do reflect on this, a couple of times a week. The 'tude' is essential, and for me, i've learnt to develop it, and get it to where it is strong, and close to auto pilot, or second nature.

Geez, i'm rabbiting on a bit this morning!

Hope you're well mate. Enjoy the golf, and regard's to Tiger. Been a bit busy with Snoop dog in town to take his call's. Take care.

[techie]

Underoos and other possom bottoms - April 2011

Guitarista;1094445 wrote: Hey Techie,

Good to see you. Working on your (golf) slice? :H

Yep, lot's of stuff can 'pull us back in' to drinking, and that is why for me, gratitude thinking versus deprivation thinking, and attitude is essential, and one of my special sauce secret ingredient's. I am forever grateful for my sobriety. I see it's value, know it's value, and most importantly, every single morning i wake up, i realise, and understand it's value to me. I must and do reflect on this, a couple of times a week. The 'tude' is essential, and for me, I've learnt to develop it, and get it to where it is strong, and close to auto pilot, or second nature.

Geez, i'm rabbiting on a bit this morning!

Hope you're well mate. Enjoy the golf, and regards to Tiger. Been a bit busy with Snoop dog in town to take his Calla's. Take care.

No. All good stuff. I very much value your opinion. It's tough being here as an ex drinker vis-a-vis the machination of the community and others that pull your strings. I played 18 this morning and it was wonderful. Will give scores and my opine tomorrow. Haven't seen the gin and juice guy yet!

[byebyebridgetjones]

Underoos and other possom bottoms - April 2011

Guitarista;1094434 wrote: I couldn't get my head around stopping drinking 'FOREVER', and still can't

Do you know, that's the ONLY thing I worry about with you.
I've heard you say '...won't be drinking in the forseeable future...' and I always will you to say NEVER EVER EVER AGAIN.
For me that's the most frightening aspect of all. I have an inkling that once I get past that (and it's coming fast), take away any choice or decision or option, that I'll be off like a bride's nighty with this.

[Miss Behaving]

Underoos and other possom bottoms - April 2011

I'm sorry I haven't read back,

Just after I dropped Mr B at airport and was back in bed for a late morning snooze, I had a ring from Mum's rest home. She had somehow contracted norovirus. She has been awfully sick all day with V&D (a bit scary given that she weighs 40kg), but good now. I'm so glad I was sober to be able to look after her today!! Also glad that Mr B and boy are not here in the event of my being contagious!! Feeling a bit tired so heading off to bed again - have dosed myself up with Vit C and B to counteract any bugs I had contact with today!!

Did I say how good it was to be sober? Feel very proud of myself sometimes

[byebyebridgetjones]

Underoos and other possom bottoms - April 2011

Miss Behaving;1094525 wrote: I'm sorry I haven't read back,

Just after I dropped Mr B at airport and was back in bed for a late morning snooze, I had a ring from Mum's rest home. She had somehow contracted norovirus. She has been awfully sick all day with V&D (a bit scary given that she weighs 40kg), but good now. I'm so glad I was sober to be able to look after her today!! Also glad that Mr B and boy are not here in the event of my being contagious!! Feeling a bit tired so heading off to bed again - have dosed myself up with Vit C and B to counteract any bugs I had contact with today!!

Did I say how good it was to be sober? Feel very proud of myself sometimes

And so you should be proud of yourself.

These are the times that it's all worth it.

Your poor Mum. What a tiny woman she is.

Echinacea with added vitamin C is the go for immune systems. Had a great lot of success with it when working in the industry.

[Miss Behaving]

Underoos and other possom bottoms - April 2011

thanks Bridge. I put a drop of echinaea into her water but it was just small dose and our key thing today has been getting her hydrated. It hasn't been easy as she throws up afterwards. You will understand the significance of that.

I'm not sure what to do. I asked her today whether she wanted a priest (she is a very devout catholic, and takes communion every day) but she said no. Other times she says she is ready to die. I googled norovirus and there is no reason it shuold be fatal, but she is very fragile. Personally I reckon she has another 10 years in her, so I'm going with that for now. She is 86. But we had some nice talks today ...including me telling her that I loved her and that I thought she had been a lovely mum and the best person that she could have been.

she sent me home tonight. I went willingly! I don't think it is her time to head off and she wanted to be on her own. I also need some time on my one-some.

don't want to be a downer, but that is just what is happening for me tonight ....... it would be nice if there was a guidebook that told us the right thing to do.

[Miss Behaving]

Underoos and other possom bottoms - April 2011

plese don't let my peronsal stuff stop the thead!

there is no need for that and I love the PMs and support that I have received:thanks:

[beagle]

Underoos and other possom bottoms - April 2011

hugs missy to yourself & your mum. i find a lot of significance in the fact that she sent you home. 'nuff said.
i haven't read back.
i have been lurking a fair bit. no reason.
i do miss you lot when i'm not on & to be fair the bloody hubby has hogged the puter doing a silly,pissy-arsed thing called a BUDGE-IT, which i can't fathom the significance of.
i have not been doing real good but won't bore you all with the shitty details.
the good thing currently right now is THE most incredible Pied Butcher Bird singing outside & it is truly INCREDIBLE.
1st time back riding for nearly 3 months & felt good about it - hope to get a rhythm going & build up core fitness & all that stuff.
meanwhile, cheese has had a firm grip of me over my post-op weeks so gettin' a jelly belly back.....hmmmm too much info i should imagine there.
finally some cooler weather here in the west, with a hint of rain.
best wishes to all.
patty-shoulder hugs to all ladies & a fair tongue probe to all blokes.

[Tabbers (a.k.a. KTAB)]

Underoos and other possom bottoms - April 2011

Thanks Mr G, some good insights there.

Beagle honey, hang in there you sweet soul, I feel one day very soon it is all going to click into place for you.

Missy I have that kettle boiled if your popping round to the barracks later.

[Angelcakes]

Underoos and other possom bottoms - April 2011

Miss Behaving;1094548 wrote:
Personally I reckon she has another 10 years in her, so I'm going with that for now. She is 86. But we had some nice talks today ...including me telling her that I loved her and that I thought she had been a lovely mum and the best person that she could have been.

she sent me home tonight. I went willingly! I don't think it is her time to head off and she wanted to be on her own. I also need some time on my one-some.

yep, go with that.
And what a beautiful daughter you are, Missy. As a Mum I can only hope that I hear something similar from my kids when I'm old :l
Hiya Beags, good to see you lady & sorry things are tough at the moment :l
I've come over all :l:l