Newbies in Need - ODAT - Thursday

[universal]

Newbies in Need - ODAT - Thursday

Hi everyone!

I agree Mary, there is no stressor that is helped by drinking, alcohol only seems to make those stressors worse.

I am on day 11 consecutively, day 19 for January in total. I am quite impressed with myself. This is the longest run I have had in over 2 years!!!

I am intending to go mostly AF in Feb - I have 3 days that I plan on moderating but other than that AF the whole way.

And you know what? I think I can do it! - that 30 days I was looking for seems closer than ever now, even if it's not consecutive I have a feeling by the end of February I will find that for the first 2 months of 2008 I will have more AF days than not - and that is a great feeling.

Hope everyone else does great today, whatever the plan.

Love and hugs,
Uni

[dexterhead]

Newbies in Need - ODAT - Thursday

:happy: :happy: good 4 u Rustop!! yay on your 30 days. Me, still quarreling with my creepy lover Al. That man-whore gets around doesn't he?:H Suki, thinking of you in work troubles. have been there.
And Twink, where I am, yesterday it was 10 below zero Fahrenheit ... aughhhh .. so bloody cold they actually closed the schools.
hope you all have a good day !!!

[FinallyRN]

Newbies in Need - ODAT - Thursday

I will be joining you all in the Lent Challenge from Spain. I will be back in LA on Valentines day. Think of me since I doubt I will be able to post. Its such a bummer though cos' Bessie, I just realized something yesterday.........for the first time since our ODAT competition for starting the daily thread....I'd be in the same time zone!!!!! And my mom doesn't have a computer....how unfair is that?
Rus........what can I say girl, you're the bomb! I hope to follow your example soon.
Uni, I didn't hear from you last night and no message this morning..........are you OK?
take care all

[FinallyRN]

Newbies in Need - ODAT - Thursday

Our posts crossed in cyber space Uni.....Good for you.........you go girl!
Suki good luck...................

[bald headed old guy]

Newbies in Need - ODAT - Thursday

Good morning to alll from Sunny Salt Lake City, UT!
Congrats Rustop! Way to Go! And congrats to everyone else reaching thier own goals...
One thing I enjoy about this site is the amount of posting that goes on...no matter what time I check in, I can find new posts, some strength, and support. It means SO much to know I am not doing this alone.
Of course, the weather is supposed to be nice today and friday, with storms coming in for the weekend...guess I'll have to get some more cranberry juice, soda, and a couple of new books. Also found out that our kitchen cabinets should be in next weekend, so I guess I need to get serious and clean out the existing cabinets and get ready for the big tear-out. Should keep me busy enough that I don't have time for AL.
And who said AL is a man-whore? I personally believe she is a little tart!
BHOG

[Croft]

Newbies in Need - ODAT - Thursday

Good morning everyone! Woke up to a winter wonderland this morning. The flatirons on the skirts of Boulder are laced with fresh snow and looking gorgeous against a cobalt blue sky - breath-taking!

For all those who have gone 4, 12, 30, whatever your number, even if it is measured in hours - good job!!! This ain't no disco - takes hard work and tenancity. Be sure and awknowledge your accomplishments!!!

For all those who are struggling at work in one way or another hang in there - if you are not drinking as a result of the stress at work you deserve a HUGE pat on the back.

I just made a goal for February and now realize I may have bit off more than I can chew. But I am still going to keep my goal and try my hardest to make it. I may not be perfect, but I am going to get as close to the goal as I can.

I did not drink last night and we even went out to dinnner, which is a major tigger for me. I drank water instead. And I did not drink this morning, which is another major trigger for me. So I have been AF for 21 hours now. The next 3 will be easy and I am going to call that an AF day, even though it crossed 2 days in getting it done. It may not seem much to most, but this is a pretty big deal in my neck of the woods. This will be my first AF day since I joined this site.

[Suzanna]

Newbies in Need - ODAT - Thursday

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BHOG, you are a hoot! I personally think AL is a man-ho too, a tricky scamming sneaky SOB. Somebody here said recently how the image, the illusion, or the fantasy of a glass of wine was such a sneaky thing, or something like that, but you get the jist. It is a lie, fortunately I am learning that. Day 3 for me. Slept like a baby!

Rustop, congratuations on 30 days!!
Janice, great, awesome on day 4!!!

Cowgal enjoy your vegas trip. But not too much, if you know what I mean. Have a great day all!

Croft, you definitely deserve kudo's on day 1 AF!!!

[Cinders]

Newbies in Need - ODAT - Thursday

Croft,

Everyone here knows what a big deal that first 24 hours is, no matter what time it starts.

Wow!! Go girl!!

Love,
Cindi

[Cinders]

Newbies in Need - ODAT - Thursday

Suzanna,

Day 3!! Really great. 5 days is the "magic" number on physical withdrawals, if that is an issue for you and day 10 on all physical stuff.

After that, we are dealing with the AL beast alone and the brain starts healing. Sounds like you know how to kick Al's butt!!

Yahoo, girl!!

Love,
Cindi

[dexterhead]

Newbies in Need - ODAT - Thursday

Al is an equal-opportunity slut. Men, women, whatever ... Al doesn't care! :H

[paula]

Newbies in Need - ODAT - Thursday

Well done Rust and Janice,
I'm late logging on today. Went to doctors at 8.30 am, I have to take time off work
my blood pressure is way too high, so I will be stuck at home for 2 weeks. I have
managed quite a few af days, and intend to carry on, I will certainly give up for lent.
Best wishes to everyone.
Paula.

[Deena]

Newbies in Need - ODAT - Thursday

I'm logging in late too Paula, grueling day at work...day with no wiggle room in my schedule and then add 3 crisis to it...

Rustop - you are an inspiration to lil' ol' me...please be proud and reward yourself with SOMETHING prior to your glass of wine this weekend. Seriously. Buy yourself something pretty, or a good smelling hand lotion...

Yay Croft on 24 hours...be PROUD of that, relish in how good it feels and keep the confidence!

I didn't have time to read all the posts today, but thanks to all who keep this thread alive...I enjoy peeking into your daily lives...the support and empathy here is unbeatable.