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    Can't believe the difference

    I was desperate in July when I found this website--what a miracle. I was absolutely miserable and hopeless. Yet I started following the advice esp. with the supplements and outed myself to friends and family asked for their support and got it. Made a Dr. appt but until I could get there starting stretching (OMG) how that helps and boy am I out of shape, I'm malnourished so have put forth a lot of effort to supply myself with small meals and snacks I would (could) eat, nutritional drinks(ensure/boost), started walking, bought a yoga DVD,thats going to take some practice! Also try to keep myself busy with crosswords, sudoku anything to keep my mind sharp. Went to the Dr. come to find out she a recovered drug addict in this tiny town, go figure so she knows the pitfalls, doesn't want me to go on topa yet because of weight loss with use and is researching this site and the use of baclofen. I feel so positive with the steps I've made, also making liosts of things I can do when I go totally AF,setting a date soon. My daughter asked me Why now" and I thought about it, it's become like a bittersweet passionate love affair was great and have fond, fun memories but it's not fun anymore. We both know it's over and we both know it deep down. Time to move on.
    Thanks for listening.
    ps don't be ashamed talk to people ask for help al touches so many peoples lives and they respect you for your efforts and honesty. Great to be told I'm proud of you instead of why can't you just ___!!

    #2
    Can't believe the difference

    Hi Gator,

    I am new to this and am not AF yet but very hopeful. I loved your message. Very similar to my situation. The part that hit home was the "it's not fun anymore." Your right, it's not. But you know what, this is. I enjoy reading stories like mine and draw strength from them. This place is great.
    :flower: I'm not as good as I'm gonna get, but I'm better than I used to be.

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      #3
      Can't believe the difference

      Hi Gatorgirl, I feel the same as you, relieved to have found somewhere so supportive. It is great that your doc is willing to help you and to hear all the positve steps you are taking to prepare you for your journey. I am sure you will do well. I am still too scared to talk to anyone about it really. Too ashamed I guess. But I am doing well just by staying close to the boards, taking my supplements and looking after myself. Today I have not had a drink for 30 days. It feels wonderful.
      Good luck Gator
      Living now and not just existing since 9th July 2008
      Nicotine Free since 6th February 2009

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        #4
        Can't believe the difference

        It is my exp. people are very positive if you ask for help ( most of the time they already suspect). Like my Sis said you think people don;t notice but they do. Have faith and if nothing else I found saying it out loud made it more real for me AND maybe a little more accountable.

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          #5
          Can't believe the difference

          Congratulations, GatorG!!! Great attitude, courageous steps!!! Keep on keepin' on and let us know how you are doing!

          wip

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            #6
            Can't believe the difference

            Gatorgirl, I am so proud of you! You are rockin it girl!!! WTG!!!

            Keep up the great work. Remember that we are always here for you!!

            Love, Me
            :l
            Alcohol is simply the device between success and failure.

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              #7
              Can't believe the difference

              GG,

              Thanks for the uplifting and inspiring post. So glad to see you are taking the right steps with talking to the doc and making the right moves with the tapes etc.

              Your doing great and keep it going!

              4tb
              Is Addiction Really a Disease?
              Watch this and find out....
              http://youtu.be/ekDFv7TTZ4I

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                #8
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                hi gator lady,congrats,i dont think anyone likes to fall down ,throw up, or what ever comes from too much,a lot of us were tot ,tht drinking was all rt,but we also know, what comes with drinkin to much,as far as tellin everone,i dont think that its the best idea,cause if you falter the ones that dont understand usually ,shove it in your face,at least you have caught your problem b4 it bites u in the butt,way to go,keep it up,i wish you good luck in your stuggles gyco

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                  #9
                  Can't believe the difference

                  Talk About Staying Busy!

                  GG, you rock! Really! Your excitement and enthusiasm radiate from your posts. Makes me feel inspired and good to read them. So happy you are here! Alley

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