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[Margaret345]

Hi there,
I'm new! Day 1 AF for me. I drank 6 glasses of wine last night and am feeling the hangover (burning stomach and nauseous) still and it's nearly 8pm. There's nothing like a hangover though to help swear off alcohol! I've been drinking since I was 15 and I'm 34 now. The longest time I have been AF is the 9 months when I was pregnant. I have had a lot of fun while drunk, but always wake up with that feeling of regret and disappointment that is so much larger then any amount of fun had. I think I have always known I have had a problem with alcohol. I just liked it so much more then my friends did. Even at an early age I would base my nights out around drinking. However, it's been the past two years where I have really been craving a drink earlier and earlier in the day, also craving a drink (plus more to follow) everyday. I need to say good bye to alcohol. It's a scary idea, but one I must follow through with to live a healthy and happy life. Wish me luck!

[sunshine_gg]

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:welcome: Margaret!

You have taken two very important steps already! Realizing/admitting that you have a problem and reaching out for help! Excellent!

You have found an amazing, strong, wise, caring community here. Have you read the MWO book yet? You can download it for around $12 from the store at this site; it's an enjoyable and easy read... packed with information.

Another good starting point is the Toolbox Thread - loads of ideas and advice on how to get through the cravings and find your way out.

And, we'd love to learn more about you - why not come join us in the Newbie's Nest?

Again - welcome... please read as much as you can and post when you feel comfortable

[hazeleyes]

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Welcome Margaret
Great advice from sunshine. Read lots and posts lots...this has helped me to get to Day 13 AF as I am only new as well.
The people here are so wise, helpful, supportive, and kind.
They are the best, you in the right place

Best wishes on your journey
H

[KatieB]

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Hi Margaret, and welcome!

Your story will probably sound familiar with most of us on here.. I know exactly what you mean about the having fun whilst drunk/regret about actions whilst drunk ratio.. the regrets always beat the fun hands down!
You have come to the right place for support.. come and join us on the 30 day challenge.. we are all going for it! Look after yourself today, drink lots of water and eat well.. I look forward to getting to know you on here..
Katie x

[NoraC]

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Welcome Margaret! You have come to the right place. Just jump right in. Everyone has given you some wonderful advise so far. We all understand and have been there.......Read & post and read & post. This is a very supportive group of people that DO understand. :welcome:

[Margaret345]

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Thank you for the welcome! A 30 day challange sounds like just the right thing for me. I really appreciate all the advice. I'll check out all the threads mentioned.

[daybyday]

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:welcome: Margaret, it is great to have another person on board with us on this journey to be AF. I am new too and on day 10AF. Like yourself I think the only time I've been sober since I was 13 was when I was pregnant, otherwise pretty much a functioning alcoholic my whole life. Turning 47 soon and realizing I didn't know who I was anymore made me want to really get off this AL life. Dread, shame, blackouts....all the reasons I don't want to go back to that lifestyle. Stick around, read lots, posts lots and you'll get so much great help from these great people at MWO.

[BUDDY BLACK]

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WELCOME MARGARET, Same story here, you will find lots of support here,and great people! once again welcome!

[Quit Quitting]

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Welcome Margaret,

Can only agree with what everyone else has said. Look forward to hearing how you are getting on.

Good Luck

QQ

[Margaret345]

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Thank you for the support!

[spuddleduck]

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hi margaret and welcome. im glad you have found us. this is a great place for support and advice. lots of great information here and great inspiration. good luck on your journey

[Guest]

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Welcome Margaret345,

Yes, you've taken a big step. We can change our lives at any age and any stage of this damn alcohol addiction. You're young and have so much future ahead of you. Making the choice to go AF now will help you avoid so many future heartaches in your life!

I was so surprised when I came here. I was feeling absolute shame at being a woman with this problem. But I found as a woman I was not alone in this. The inspiring stories of women who have gone on with their lives AF without having to continually carry the horrible burden that comes with alcohol each day, night, week, month and even years. The shame we feel from alcohol and our behavior while drinking is possible to rise above and move on. It can be so freeing, a huge weight lifted from our shoulders.

We all support each other and want you to know it is possible to quit!

Stay with us. You'll find wonderful friends and support here! Helpful advice for overcoming your loneliness in this problem.We know you...you are us.

Come back each day...we are here!

[mama bear]

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Welcome Margaret....see you in the nest

[K9Lover]

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Welcome Margaret!
Glad you have found us! There is a lot of support, advice and love on this site. Congratulations on taking that huge first step towards an alcohol free life. We look forward to getting to know you and sharing in your journey.
:h
K9

[Margaret345]

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Thank you! The support I have found here in just 24 hours is so wonderful. I was happy to wake up this morning without a hangover. I know it's just one day, but it feels great to start on this AF journey. I'll be back this afternoon when the cravings kick in...