Anyone in the First Week of Their Unpteenth Quit?

[Ginger999]

Hi all, sorry I've been MIA. There are 22 people on this trip ranging from 4 to 71 years old. Day starts around 6a and we don't hit the hay before 10p. It's been making it hard to check in with all these people around! Love them like crazy so it's all good. Having a great time!

Congrats ABC! Proud to call you a friend. You too BG. Keep racking them up.

Keep my chair warm! I'll be back soon.

[Lizann]

Jet lag? 3 am and I'm wide awake! Took Lucy to the vet. They gave her a shot to stop the vomiting, she's still major drippy! Giving her syringes of pedialite. So if she's not better by tomorrow they are thinking pancreatitis. So that was my day. Hoping for a better Tuesday.

[paulywogg]

Morning everyone,not much up in paulysville today,I'm a little pissed off cuz I went to the docs yesterday to have them check my ears and every question is about drinkin, I never should have been honest about all of this, its almost become my label and it irritates me,the doc says she'll no longer prescribe antabuse unless I give proof I'm seeing the addiction counselor they have on staff,which I understand cuz antabuse is no joke,but I'm tired of feeling like a dirty,ole alcoholic, I'm tired of all of this bullshit, I hope everyone has a nice Tuesday

[BeachGirly]

Pauly - that is exactly why I have never told my dr... I was worried about the same response. I did mention to her last time I saw her that I had not drank in 5 months (now 7) and she said - social drinker. I wanted to scream - No - I dont drink - but I was too afraid.

Hang in there - we know you are so much more than an x-drinker. !!!

[daisy45]

Hi everyone....not off the radar but feeling very much the way you do Actiongirl...looking that determination.
Looking at AF days as opposed to drinking, then it is better than before but I know this is not good enough.
I am again picking a day 1. 15th July. I feel when I name the day rather than getting up and hoping for the best is better for me. I would just put it off again and again.
On another note I actually finished and got paid for my wedding banner. Got £50. First time I actually charged and the woman seemed pleased.
I have also started reading a new book in preparation for using up time when AF. I done the clearing cd this morning and will do the next one tomorrow.
Not perfect but getting it together again.
Cowboy you asked what more can be done to help.....nothing from your end or you guys. My family and friends know about my drinking ....I outed myself about 6 months ago. They tend to leave me to find my way back. Reluctant to go more public than that. This final push is down to me...I know that! Just being able to come back to your continued support is good enough for me....thank you!

[Bandit]

Hi folks,
Sorry for not being able to check in for awhile - was away for a few days, then ashamedly I have to say that I had a few drinks over the weekend and thought about not checking in - have had a hectic few days, which I know is no excuse. Being honest I am not even going to count days at the mo, one day at a time will have to work for me for now.
Hope all are well, haven't had time to read back and sorry to be so self absorbed
x

[MinStar]

Evening all. Sorry this will have to be a short post. Went to town to see a show and exhausted doesn't even cover it.

Will post more in the morning. We acyally have had plans cancelled so I mah have a day doing nothing much- but you all know me- ha ha ha. Never will happen.


Thiughts of Al came strong again today. Friend with her kids had a glass after the theatre. And I had sparkling. I didn't want to start at lunchtime but did think- wow to be able to have a drink would be nice. Thiughts still there even this evening but thankfully nothing in and I ate fast!

Right bed I go. Night x

[daisy45]

Good on you Minstar...you are what gives us hope. Stay strong!

[daisy45]

Bandit, let's go together. Tomorrow is a new day....if you fancy joining me?

[Bandit]

Absolutely, see you tomorrow Daisy:happy2::hug:

[Lizann]

Hey guys. Struggling to stay awake. Lucy is still not eating, but not throwing up either. Hoping for a quiet night, A little laundry and shopping today, that's about it. Have a good night!

[MinStar]

Morning all!

daisy and bandit! Let's do this together! Another day means another chance. I know not everyone is as lucky as us to have another chance.

For me this time. My primary thing- rid the house of alcohol. Yes it's tempting and easy to go out an buy a bottle- but not as easy as just opening one. I have the added security of not being able to go out once I'm home and kids in bed. Taking two kids to do a drink run is very long!

I've been to the shops and thought ... Oh shall I stop and get a bottle- or on the way home yesterday, out of the trains station and though- just nip in the corner shop and pick up a bottle- but I walked on pass.

I am findings it easier to walk on as I add on AF days. The first day your hungover- as it resides and you feel better AL sneaks in and you think- ahhh I'm not so bad. Maybe a drink. We all know we can't have A (single) drink. I kept telling myself even if I am not quitting forever- one day is doable no could 'always' drink later / another day. This thought keep me from panicking that I have to quit completely.

Second day much the same but perhaps to a lesser degree. I find waking unhungover a great feeling this time.

By the time I've done a few days I find clarity in thinking and also resistant to losing the days I've added.

I don't know if that helps but the thoughts of drinking are still there. I don't feel super strong as if I have rid AL forever but one day at a time for me at the moment. Heck sometimes im mentally telling myself to pass the minute or the hour.

Try and be aware of triggers- hunger is a big one as is anything like arguing or tension with hubby. I've got a lot of things that trigger anyway so the list can go on and on.

Anything I can do or PM me if you want any help?!? BG or cowboy- any advice you wise ones have? Anyone else a little into their quit able to advice- I also need it!

Lozann- sounds like lucy is a tad better. Hope you're getting some sleep.

Daisy are you in England? Notice you said Offy :-)

[hulagirl]

I'm back. Day 9 after years of lying to myself.

[Bandit]

Morning all

Thanks Minstar - actually, tension with the hubby is a huge trigger for me at the min, we are both under pressure to get work as he was made redundant a few months back. I haven't worked full time for a long time so feeling very nervous about my prospects and I know he is feeling down too.

Hi hulagirl!

Have a good Wed everyone

[daisy45]

Hey, time to walk in these sober shoes again!