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    #1

    Gratitude Friday

    Good evening to all. I just wanted to share a story.
    I have 3 sisters and only one is a drunk. I talked to
    her last night on the phone and she was drunk.
    This evening I was in her area so I asked her to dinner.
    We went to a familiar place, and since I knew she
    drank a bunch last night I was curious to see
    if she would order wine. She had 2 glasses and told
    me about drinking a bottle last night. She lives alone
    and recently made the comment that she's content
    to stay home with her cats and wine and not go
    anywhere.
    I feel a bit selfish saying that this doesn't bother
    me. I can't change her; she knows it's bad but I
    don't think it's my job to chastise her. She's a lot older
    than I and has been drinking a lot for years.
    It's sad but there's really nothing I can do.
    I'm not sure why I'm posting about this. Maybe I
    just wanted some feedback or reassurance that
    I'm not terrible.
    I should point out that she can be very snarky and
    make nasty comments about me not drinking.
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    #2
    Gratitude Friday

    Ann~congratulations on your 30 days and resolve that "drinking" isn't right for you. I think I understand your sister. For me, "not going anywhere", has many reasons attached to it. Two years ago, I would conclusively say it was because I had dug a hole with "drinking" which felt like I would never get out of. Today, I am out of that particular hole, and go places that are free, but still prefer my "haven". Not sure if that makes sense to you.....I guess the bottom line is we are masters of our own ship.
    Psalms 119:45


    ?Start by doing what is necessary, then what is possible, and suddenly you are doing the impossible.?

    St. Francis of Assisi



    I'm not perfect, never will be, but better than I was and not as good as I'm going to be.

    :rays:

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      #3
      Gratitude Friday

      Ann,
      You need to do what is right for you! You don't need to feel guilty for your choices either.
      Perhaps your sister is a bit jealous of your decision to take back control of your life
      Have you told her about MWO? Maybe you could drop her a hint & she can decide for herself!

      Lav
      AF since 03/26/09
      NF since 05/19/09
      Success comes one day at a time :thumbs:

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        #4
        Gratitude Friday

        Ann, one sad effect of AL is it completely takes away our inhibitions while it loosens our jaw muscles. I CRINGE remembering (or being told!!) what I've said. Maybe it's a case of 'misery loves company'. Take care of yourself. It's the only way you may someday be able to help your sister. Best wishes on your journey.
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        Never look down on a person unless you are offering them a hand up.
        awprint: RUBY Imagine yourself doing What you love and loving What you do, Being happy From the inside Out, experiencing your Dreams wide awake, Being creative, being Unique, being you - changing things to the way YOU know they can BE - Living the Life you Always imagined.awprint:

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          #5
          Gratitude Friday

          Hey guys

          RC-I agree; I love my little nest as well. I think she
          said that because her daughters want her to do things
          that she doesn't do because she would prefer
          staying in just to be able to drink.

          Lav. -yeah she is jealous and weird, very bossy.
          MWO would be a great idea but she has no computer,
          no tech skills and no desire for either one.
          I don't let her bother me. I actually don't go around
          her much due to her habit of demeaning me when
          anyone else is around. I have to admit --she gets more
          accomplished than I did when I was drinking. Her
          townhouse always looks great and I don't think she
          spends as much time recovering from drinking
          as I used to.
          60 days-WOW-even she can't diminish my joy!

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