June free from AL

[jenniech]

June free from AL

hey everyone!
feeling a TON better today and have put things with my son in better perspective. My husband and I are discussing at length and we are trying to figure out the best approach. His last final is Tuesday so we are waiting for his exams to be over before we discuss with him since we know it will be very upsetting for him.

I am so glad I am waiting to discuss his drug use with him. This time has given me the ability to really think about it from every angle. I started out very very alarmed and then very very weepy....now I feel like I am coming around to being very rational about it.
I NEVER would be able to handle this drinking. NO WAY. I would have left it all for my wonderful husband to deal.

The good news is I don't want to drink tonight!!!

[3June2013]

June free from AL

jenniech good on you staying strong through this crisis. The others have given you great advice. I think not freaking out is the best thing you can do. Try to work out what he is feeling and why he's doing the drugs. Might be a lot of the same reasons some of us started with AL. Mind altering is a way of escape. Coping mechanism, distraction, a way to fit in, a way to forget. I'd try to see what's under it all.

[3June2013]

June free from AL

Miley;1519849 wrote: Okay Junesters......How is everyone doing today? Day 16 here for me. Boy was a raging bitch last night....not sure what that was about, although I did get the house clean

Everyone have a great AF day!!!!

No booze=bitch=clean house. Who knew! Another benefit to being AF! Nice work!

[witts end]

June free from AL

good for you jenniech on staying af
hope it all works out for you and your son

[halo]

June free from AL

An AF June is half way there everyone! Keep up the great work!!!

Jenniech, I hope you are doing okay, I'm not sure where you live, but you should be able to access some resources/support at your son's school. Check in with the guidance department and see what help may be available, for your son and you as well. As a high school teacher, I know about the teenage years, I've seen students do a 180 from year to year as they figure things out, wishing you well... :h

[halo]

June free from AL

As the summer is approaching, I find some days definitely harder to cope: missing those patio cocktails... here is a refreshing drink I've been having, would appreciate some other suggestions: cranberry/raspberry juice, topped with sparkling and fresh lime juice, with crushed ice, and fresh raspberries as a garnish. Any other suggestions, hoping for a good af sangria recipe, one that is tried and true!!

[jenniech]

June free from AL

Thanks for all of your support juners!!!
I can't believe the 17th is almost gone....where has this month gone? The good news? I am going on vacation week after next....i NEED it. And it will be with my family so there will be no AL pressure....just lots of reading, playing tennis, swimming and visiting

[Miley]

June free from AL

Hi Juners.....

Jenn....I can't believe it's the middle of June already. I go on vacation in two weeks and plan on being AA

Halo....I know what you mean. Summer is definately more of a trigger for me. I've been drinking cucumber water but your recipe sounds good for vacation

[free at last]

June free from AL

Jenniech, hope all goes well with your son and holiday.
Everyone else is doing well. Let's keep going!

[thelaststraw]

June free from AL

I am so sorry to say I dropped out of Juners - trying to get back in a couple of days ago. Do I get back in if i'm AF during June? or does it have to be all of June?

-S-

[jenniech]

June free from AL

thelaststraw: there is no exclusivity here....of course you are welcome!! and I am so glad you came back!!!

[3June2013]

June free from AL

halo;1520794 wrote: As the summer is approaching, I find some days definitely harder to cope: missing those patio cocktails... here is a refreshing drink I've been having, would appreciate some other suggestions: cranberry/raspberry juice, topped with sparkling and fresh lime juice, with crushed ice, and fresh raspberries as a garnish. Any other suggestions, hoping for a good af sangria recipe, one that is tried and true!!

My sister told me about hibiscus rose hip tea leaves. You can get them at the Bulk Barn here. You steap it really strong then cool it and add soda water or perrier, some sweetener or sugar if you like and a slice of lemon or lime. It's so refreshing!

[thelaststraw]

June free from AL

jenniech;1520871 wrote: thelaststraw: there is no exclusivity here....of course you are welcome!! and I am so glad you came back!!!

Thanks Jenni

I am glad you are here
:l -S-

[halo]

June free from AL

Last straw, June is not over, you can totally finish off the month with us!
Thanks 3June for the suggestion, would love to come up with a prohibition drink recipe book....
Have a wonderful day everyone!

[LostSoul33]

June free from AL

Halo, thanks recommending I join you wonderful people.

You are all an inspiration. Will be checking in with you daily because I know I need the support. I just moved from LA to the east coast and have to say, drinking is a BIG part of the culture here. When the sun comes out, patios are bustling and drinks are flowing. For now, I have to stay away from any temptation and focus on me.

I am grateful for MWO because it really is just that. Going to be AF one day at a time. This is Day 2.