December Army (Chrimbo) 2016

[starty]

JackieClaire, I have had the IMMENSE pleasure of seeing these up close and personal at various restaurants around where I live. They are flipping GORGEOUS!!! Of course, living in Southern California, Mercedes Benz, BMW's, Tesla's, Ferrari's are in just about every garage. I am considered "poor" since I only have a Lexus... No WONDER i used to drink!!! HA!

Starty, I'm with you! Even though I'm only on day nine being AF, my resolve is truly unstoppable. I did a post somewhere else here and talked about one of my "meditations" in which I really concentrated on all of my internal organs and what DAMAGE I've done to them by abusing alcohol and I seriously have NO interest, desire, or even a THOUGHT about giving in and drinking again. I just keep thinking about my poor liver and kidneys and stomach and I just say "no way in HELL will I put them through that shit again". I've never had this kind of resolve before because when I'd quit previously, it was always with the intention of "moderating" at some point in the future, which was an epic FAILURE every time. Now, my goal is to never, ever drink again. period. That's just it - and it feels SO much better to just know, I'll never touch the poison again. Mark my words folks...if you're still here in a year or two - I'll still be AF. No doubt in my mind, no matter HOW hard it may get and how much I might "think" I want to drink again, it can't happen. So! Like you, I am charging into the Christmas Season with my eyes WIDE open as to all of the parties and drinking that will be going on, but I will not partake. I'm all ready to join them and celebrate away, but I shall be dancing to the beat of soda and lime, sparkling cider, orange juice and cranberry, etc, etc. BRING IT ON 2016 AND ON TO 2017 AF I WILL GO!!!!

Sorry, I type REALLY fast...HA!

Love it Socall! Suddenly somehow from somewhere we do find that peace and resolve. They key is to hang on to it with every fibre of our being and NEVER to forget it. 9 days is fabulous well done. Each tool you find such as meditating, exercising or whatever will help you do that. And you are aware that there may be tougher times which is great. Keep up the good work and keep posting

[starty]

You Go SoCali!!

Yes, I can relate to the inner peace too Starty. Even though its a bit chaotic out there, Im not overly anxious, yet.
My stomach is still not right and a family member strongly suggest a brandy or port (at 11am) - v annoying, but I said nothing. I occasionally sense it bothers her that I abstain without explication.

And no, that CAN NOT be normal behavior from Mrs wrap + label bus lady..what on early will she do now, cook the turkey? and next years ham?

Ha about the brandy to settle your tum! I would have jumped at that idea not so long ago

[JackieClaire]

Morning.
Had to blink twice and rub my eyes. Starty up after midnight.:egad:
Just hoping I've got the day right for the hairdresser..........me and cousin It are going head to head auditioning for the next Addams Family movie........

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[mario]

Good morning,

Me sick.

[mario]

It's just me head, I have a cold in it, no work today thanks.

[JackieClaire]

How's the cold, marioooooooo?

I'm cut and blow dried, the dog is groomed and washed.......and rather than the pong of wet dog there's a pleasant whiff of pecan and coconut around her. Tree is up and half dressed and new carpet in the back bedroom.........me and the auld man are knackered.

Now the lovely Jenny wants me to ring.

[IamMary]

There there there Mario, quite day here for the gang to mind you !:hug:

Hows the hair JC? you are gorgeous?? Roll on Saturday for me.. you are almost organised.

Brandy remedy was mentioned AGAIN today starty, its going to be a long Christmas!

[starty]

Morning all!
Sorry you are both not feeling the best Mario and Mary :hug: Hope today is better. Gawd Mary do they not give up. They know you have quit right?

Mr S is on hols this week and he has not had ONE drink! His drinking is clearly not of the alkie type. Yes he can put a lot away but left to his own devices he really can take it or leave it which is great!

The xmas party tomorrow is gonna get messy. The co have hired a room for everyone to meet in on arrival. They have FILLED it with bottle of wine spirits and beer and champagne all free. SOOOOOOO glad I am not going

[mario]

Good morning starts, hope you feeling better mary.

I feel much better, but still a bit sniffely ?

Good job in not going starts, sure ya be missing noting.

[mario]

In work for the morning, not looking forward to it at all. you can get tired sitting in a luxurious merc looking out the window while listening to sounds belting out on the radio in the sunshine.

[satz123]

Morning Army !!

[JackieClaire]

Morning,
Starty, a full room of booze. 8 years ago it would have been heaven..........now the lowest level of Hell......shudder.

Gaviscon, Mers. Are you feeling really stressed about Christmas, it could be that. I tend to get funny a tummy when I'm either nervous or excited about things..........have a word with the pharmacist and get some Kalms or something.

Mario, do you ever nod off in the car when you're waiting?

[satz123]

In work for the morning, not looking forward to it at all. you can get tired sitting in a luxurious merc looking out the window while listening to sounds belting out on the radio in the sunshine.

Feck off Mario :rant:- piddling with rain here !!!
What are temps over there now ?

[satz123]

Morning,
Starty, a full room of booze. 8 years ago it would have been heaven..........now the lowest level of Hell......shudder.

Gaviscon, Mers. Are you feeling really stressed about Christmas, it could be that. I tend to get funny a tummy when I'm either nervous or excited about things..........have a word with the pharmacist and get some Kalms or something.

Yeah me too. Always got it on hols till I realised what it was ..... used to have 3 or 4 brandies in airport bar - then wine on the plane - then hotel bar ..... on & on ...... yuk !!
Now if needed I'll take one of MrS Xanex - I get them for him for flying.
But I am actually much more calm these days.

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

Good morning from a damp but mild, green land.