First Time

[budd]

I am 50 and I am finally determined to quit drinking. I may have already lost my wife because I lied to her about drinking this weekend (she is out of town.)

I am scared. I don't want to lose her, but she is tired of hearing me say I'll stop and then not following through. I am serious and determined this time, but, since she isn't here, I have no one to really talk to, though I did go see a psychologist this morning, and I am in the process of getting medication, and will start going to SOS meetings later this week (I am not religious, and I don't think AA is an option.)

I am so scared and depressed, I feel so stupid and small.

[tlrgs]

First Time

welcome
just know that you are not alone.. we are here for you and you can do this .. you sound like you are ready for a change and that is a good first step just by coming here and asking for help.. read alot and stay busy you can and will be able to do this.. good luck

[budd]

First Time

Thanks for the support. I am a weekend drinker, but it is finally getting to be too much. I can't stop obsessing over possibly losing my lovely wife.

Since I am a weekend drinker (and not every weekend) detox is not a problem, but alcohol free days don't mean that much.

[sothankful]

First Time

Hey Budd, just keep coming here, there are a lot of people that give good advice. Really it's just one day at a time. You can do it. just don't start to panic. you are going in the right direction. take care

[budd]

First Time

thank you....I've been reading some of the other threads, and this appears to be a very non-judgmental place. I'm glad I found it.

[july232007]

First Time

Hey Budd,

Check out the monthly abs thread. We all are in the process of going AF (alcohol free). A great group to get you through the first 30, 60 or 90 days.

Good luck,

July

[Seacailin]

First Time

Welcome

Hi Budd and welcome. You sound pretty determined. That is Great. Make sure that u have all the tools that u need and that you are doing this for yourself. You will get lots of support here. I look forward to reading your posts. Best wishes on your journey.

[mwo2]

First Time

Welcome Budd, This sight is a great place to get support. Keep reading and posting. It will give you strength. Have you looked at the intro from RJ and read the info on the book/supplements/cd.s
they have really helped me. I have been down this road before and this time I feel that mwo will be the thing to get me all the way out of Al. I am Alcohol Free 23 days!!!!

Hope to hear from you...

[suez2225]

First Time

Hi Budd,

Welcome, you come to the right place. You will like this place because you only can get support here. So come often and share with us. :welcome:

[Carmac]

First Time

Hi Budd, and welcome. Do keep coming backand sharing your journey. Everyone here has been there and knows those long moments of wanting things to change but having to make those choices to make it a reality. It takes time.....lots but is doable. I am 2 weeks AF and working on more after way too many slips and lost my SO in the process. Now, its just me but since I have decided I matter.....its ok. Stay strong!

[startingover]

First Time

Hi Budd,

This is a great place, everyone here will help and support you and inspire you.
Keep reading and posting.
It is 2 weeks for me AF. Never thought i would say that )

Good luck and keep strong!