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[akgirl]

I'm done.....I have to be, I told my son (which I never have before) that I am quitting. I've always lied and made it like I didn't drink too much. I confessed to him and I could never let him down. I just won't.

I just pray it's not too late.....and I haven't done too much damage to my body.

[mario]

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Its never to late to stop drinking, hopefully by telling your son it will give you even more determination to beat this,

Whatelse have you being doing/using akgirl ?,

[hillsidetime]

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Hi akgirl, the honest and open talk you had with your son might be the best thing you could do for your sobriety. For me, I hit rock bottom, and almost lost my wife and family - that was what I needed to finally "get it", and stop drinking for good. For you, it may be this pledge to your son.

You can do it. It is hard work, a battle in the early going, but it is so worthwhile. I would not change my sober life for anything. Hang in there, we are here for you. PM me anytime if you would like.

Hill

[Grateful]

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Yes, AKGirl, you can do it and it is never, ever too late! Stay here with all of your wonderful friends who will encourage you each and every step of the way. YOU CAN DO THIS!!

[Jolie]

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AKGirl - it is never never too late. I think sometimes AL just brings us to the end of our rope where we say enough is enough - I am done - and really mean it.

Hang in there!

[looking for peace]

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AK girl, I think it's a really good step to tell your son about wanting to quit. I too have started discussing my problem with my 17 year old son. Not so much for my accountability, but I want him not to make the same mistakes as me as far as using drugs or alcohol to deal with life. I hope it gives you the incentive you need to stick with it.

BTW, I know in the past you were very concerned about liver tests, have you seen a doctor lately and did that get resolved? Take care!

[Noelle]

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akgirl;1109950 wrote: I'm done.....I have to be, I told my son (which I never have before) that I am quitting. I've always lied and made it like I didn't drink too much. I confessed to him and I could never let him down. I just won't.

I just pray it's not too late.....and I haven't done too much damage to my body.

It's never too late. :goodjob:

:l

[red67]

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Hey AK, I think that type of honesty is what is keeping me AL free also. I have told my Mom, sister, nephews and a few friends and I keep telling them how I am doing. For me the best thing is to be accountable to others. Tomorrow I will be 50 days AL free - you can do this!

[tlrgs]

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akgirl;1109950 wrote: I'm done.....I have to be, I told my son (which I never have before) that I am quitting. I've always lied and made it like I didn't drink too much. I confessed to him and I could never let him down. I just won't.

I just pray it's not too late.....and I haven't done too much damage to my body.

just do your best and its never too late ... and you know the drill girl sending big hugs your way ..i believe in you my dear friend

[avag]

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Me too

I said the same thing to myself this morning. It's nuts--I vowed yesterday and failed even knowing I'd hate myself this morning. Question is why punish myself this way. I read somewhere that one is drinking shame and guilt, not just alcohol.
But even knowing this, it's like another part of me, almost on automatic, takes over.

[Meech]

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You can do it AK Girl. Start recovering right now.

[Doggygirl]

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I truly believe that honesty- with ourselves and those who are closest to us - it a critical factor in recovery. Lying and trying to hide the truth just kept me in denial and prolonged my agony. Most of us tried many times before we "got it." YOU can "get it" too. Do you have a written plan? What tools are you using? YOU CAN DO THIS.

Like the others have said, I too think it's never too late.

Strength and hope to you..

DG