7 MONTHS OF SOBRIETY BLOWN

[Unwasted]

7 MONTHS OF SOBRIETY BLOWN

SL:l:l:l sorry you're going through a tough time. And don't ever apologize for venting. I think it's really healthy even if its just in a post. Helps us sort of work things out in our minds. Sounds like you'll be better off after the divorce if for no other reason than to feel untethered to a bad situation. I hope things go ok at the parents house. Are they alkies? Just wondering if you could open up at all about what you're going through with alcohol?? I think it helps to involve family and close friends, but not sure if that's right for your situation or not?? Anyway, hope all goes well. Sounds like the really good news in all this is that you have a great job! THAT'S lucky! So many people are in what I call soul-killing jobs. Well, you may not even see this post if you're already out of pocket, but just wanted to tell you we are good listeners if you need to vent some more!

Alls, did my little 3 mile slog today - was inspired to get out there when I thought of your dedication!

Marhall, you're sounding great, bud. So glad you're still checking in. There is strength in numbers and feeling like we have friends here who get it!

FF, :l enjoy the massage! I'm jealous!!

Have a great weekend everyone.

xx,

UN:lilheart:

[scottish lass]

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Thanks all - leave on monday, should be packing but don't know where to start! 101 now, girls at pool!
I did not mean to unload yesterday, but once I did it did feel better - so thank you Marhall, UN and FF!
Will not be leaving MWO - apart from this three week hiatus - Iowe it my sanity.
UN - I believe my parents are alkies, but they would be horrified if I even suggested it - my father has had a bad time in hospital last two times and I know it is due to his alcohol intake, and I had to be very discreet when discussing with his doctors....I will let them know I am cutting back and sleep better when I don't drink, and will ask them to help as I need some rest - I am hoping that will work.
Thansk as always for the support :l:l

[allswell]

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SL,

Nothing wrong with letting it out and glad unloading helped you through some ongoing difficulties. This place is meant for supporting all of us through the good, bad, and ugly. I really hope the trip is at a minimum very manageable.

Hey UN, glad you were able to get out there for a three miler which is awesome. I'm planning on a run tomorrow near a small river here where the scenery is heavenly. Can't wait!

Have a great Sunday to all who stop by.

[free at last]

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Hi all, just back from long period on the road. Read Unchain Your Brain this morning when I was jet lagged and couldn't access the computer because it would wake up DH. So much of it rings true with me. Thanks UN for suggesting it.

Sending strength and warmest wishes to all of you on this thread.

[scottish lass]

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Thanks AllsWell - well, here goes - off to the parents, look forward to seeing all growing stronger and stringer in your reslove in July - be good, stay on the path - look forward to checking in later...
:l:l

[allswell]

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Good luck with the trip Sl. Everything can have either a positive or a negative effect depending on how we choose to absorb it.

[Unwasted]

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Alls, so well put. I'm trying to get better about seeing things positively. I watched a documentary called The Secret which was about the very subject. Sort of our ability to create our own reality and get what we want from the universe.

SL. I hope you can maintain and not get too stressed out around the parents. We will look forward to hearing how it went when you get back.

FAL, was wondering about you. So glad you were able to relate to the book. I found it very helpful.

Not much new in my world. Just getting ready for vacation. Doing really well on the AL front. No cravings or second guessing myself about abstaining. Very happy with my decision which is about 9/10 of the battle. I think once we decide we truly want sobriety we can stay on the path. Here's hoping anyway.......so far so good!

Take care everyone :lilheart:

[Pinecone]

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Hi Un, just wanted to tell you to have a great vacation! I'll have to check out that documentary you mentioned, it sounds like something I need (have been half-assedly working on myself for a while...). Rumi gets mentioned here somewhat frequently and reading him always gave me an impression like you just mentioned.

So glad you are doing well. I don't post too frequently, but it is nice to have you all as colleagues in sobriety. Have a great AF day!

[Guitarista]

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Greetings colleagues in sobriety,

Would a bloke like the 'Wild' book you're all talking about?

I reckon i'll get hold of unchain me brain henceforth and forthwith.

Wishing everyone a safe, sober and magical week, and safe travels to you and yours UN.

[free at last]

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Mr. G, congrats on 30 days. That's awesome.

UN, have a great holiday. Started Wild yesterday -- had trouble putting it down. Very well written. Happy to report am continuing on the AF path and delighted to be in one place for a while.

Warm wishes to all.

[Guitarista]

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Thanks FAL!

Well done on your AF time. That is an especially notable effort given your travels, and probably out of your comfort zone at times etc....:goodjob:

[free at last]

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Thanks Mr. G. I am so ready for two weeks of no work dinner parties, no work receptions, no planes, no clubs. Two weeks of regular meals, exercise, access to MWO.

Yesterday, I looked in the cupboard and saw three bottles of what I thought was olive oil. Turned out to be wine the house/dogsitter (during our two week holiday) had left for us! Realized this morning what it is, will be giving them to a friend (who doesn't have consumption issues) this evening. Glad to have that sorted!

[FreeFly]

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Free - well done on getting rid of the vino. Hope you enjoy your next couple of weeks staying home.

Un, if you liked The Secret you may enjoy What The Bleep about creating in the quantum field. Wishing you a fab sober vacation too.

G - really happy for you on your 30 days - well done matey!

Quick fly-by, work calling. Have a great evening everyone

[Mein Sonnenschein]

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Hi Unwasted! I'm back online after a vacation away from the internet and I wanted to check in. Hope all is well! Do I see that you are headed out on vacation soon?

[allswell]

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Have a fantastic vacation Un!

And Mr. G, Wild is a fantastic story, doesn't make any diff if the reader is a guy or girl.