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Fabu Friday
Hey Hey Nesters!
Hoping all is well in your part of our global Nest!
Sunny - OK, so it happened. The most important thing is you came right back. It's a bump in the road, it's behind you now and hopefully you learned something for next time the voice sneaks in. I would be lying if i said that I haven't come close to caving, and what's weird is that some of the closest calls have been lately! I have 50+ days in AF and in the last 3 or 4 I've had some of the strongest urges. I think maybe it's with so much going on....but, the important thing is you're back in the saddle and here in the Nest!
Ellen - Listen to Lav! Gotta have the plan for Fri and Sat night. You gotta know what you're gonna do about the voice, and you gotta know how you'll handle outside pressure to drink. Look into the future....see yourself waking up shiny and sober on Sunday morning. Getting through the next few days will be huge for your confidence that you can and you will beat this thing. Remind yourself that it's a disease, it's not your fault, people just get diseases all the time - it doesn't make you "less than" in any way, just like we don't think any less of folks with other diseases, in fact, we admire those people we see dealing with their disease. So, be good to yourself, and treat your disorder like you had doctor's orders: Do Not Dink Today!
Lee - I had days where I felt hungover as hell and I had not had any AL in 5 or 6 days..you will need several days to get a good detox going, and all those toxins in your bloodstream can make you feel like crap. Drink tons of water and listen to the CD's as much as you can, and especially all night long!
So, I am unemployed today, but not for long, so I'm taking some time for me, myself and I! I gave a two week notice on Tuesday and yesterday at lunch time I was told to go and not come back. Had a pretty rough time with that yesterday (that and the report back from the mechanic that I need a rebuilt transmission) - i am prone to resentments and I have worked very loyally for these people and was emotionally wounded that they would just say, "Get OUT!"
If yesterday was 2 months ago I would be drinking right now (at noon) because the hangover from last night would be so severe!! But, thank goodness it's today and I don't drink today.
It's also my girl's Sweet 16 today, so I have to go round up some goodies and treats for her. Should be completing purchase of sailboat on Monday, and then will start my new job Tuesday (i think). OY....where did I ever get all that time for AL? I must not have been doing a damn thing except showing up for work and cooking a few dinners a week. It's a wonder I still have a family!
Alrighty then Nesters, I have blabbed on long enough. Let's see lots of posting from our newest fledglings this weekend - stay near the Nest and do NOT listen to the voice - it is NOT your friend!
Fabu Friday
Hey Hey Nesters!
Hoping all is well in your part of our global Nest!
Sunny - OK, so it happened. The most important thing is you came right back. It's a bump in the road, it's behind you now and hopefully you learned something for next time the voice sneaks in. I would be lying if i said that I haven't come close to caving, and what's weird is that some of the closest calls have been lately! I have 50+ days in AF and in the last 3 or 4 I've had some of the strongest urges. I think maybe it's with so much going on....but, the important thing is you're back in the saddle and here in the Nest!
Ellen - Listen to Lav! Gotta have the plan for Fri and Sat night. You gotta know what you're gonna do about the voice, and you gotta know how you'll handle outside pressure to drink. Look into the future....see yourself waking up shiny and sober on Sunday morning. Getting through the next few days will be huge for your confidence that you can and you will beat this thing. Remind yourself that it's a disease, it's not your fault, people just get diseases all the time - it doesn't make you "less than" in any way, just like we don't think any less of folks with other diseases, in fact, we admire those people we see dealing with their disease. So, be good to yourself, and treat your disorder like you had doctor's orders: Do Not Dink Today!
Lee - I had days where I felt hungover as hell and I had not had any AL in 5 or 6 days..you will need several days to get a good detox going, and all those toxins in your bloodstream can make you feel like crap. Drink tons of water and listen to the CD's as much as you can, and especially all night long!
So, I am unemployed today, but not for long, so I'm taking some time for me, myself and I! I gave a two week notice on Tuesday and yesterday at lunch time I was told to go and not come back. Had a pretty rough time with that yesterday (that and the report back from the mechanic that I need a rebuilt transmission) - i am prone to resentments and I have worked very loyally for these people and was emotionally wounded that they would just say, "Get OUT!"
If yesterday was 2 months ago I would be drinking right now (at noon) because the hangover from last night would be so severe!! But, thank goodness it's today and I don't drink today.
It's also my girl's Sweet 16 today, so I have to go round up some goodies and treats for her. Should be completing purchase of sailboat on Monday, and then will start my new job Tuesday (i think). OY....where did I ever get all that time for AL? I must not have been doing a damn thing except showing up for work and cooking a few dinners a week. It's a wonder I still have a family!
Alrighty then Nesters, I have blabbed on long enough. Let's see lots of posting from our newest fledglings this weekend - stay near the Nest and do NOT listen to the voice - it is NOT your friend!
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