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**imatree** · April 30, 2007, 05:18 PM

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Count me in!
I've been checking out this forum for only a few days. I"m going to have to find that "my story" page and write mine... just to get it all out.

I made an appt today to see my doc, going to ask for topa. Appt is over 2 weeks away. Meanwhile I've ordered the book. I was quite hungover all weekend, but didn't drink my usual quantity last night and feel pretty good today. I am so motivated by all of us here sharing!!

Amanda - it is so encouraging to hear that you could go out and not drink, with minimal cravings. I'm at the point I can't imagine that, but look forward to the experience myself. My partner, we live together, is a very heavy drinker. I need to be very strong as I work toward moderation or AF, since there is always drink in the house.

But now I have you all!

Tomorrow is May Day... first day of a new month. It will be interesting to see where we all are at the end of the month.
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**bird** · April 30, 2007, 05:26 PM

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I would like to try.It has been a long time since i made 1 week.I would like to have some sort of daily check in with a group. I have trouble getting through day 4. Yes. Lets do it. Bird

eg · April 30, 2007, 05:39 PM

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I got my Topa in the mail 7 days ago. I ordered 200 25 mg and got 50 100 mg tablets and have been splitting them in 4 parts and it's not been easy. I went to the doctor today for migraine and asked for Topa and got 25 mg tablets, but it cost $73 for 100 tablets. I'm not feeling any change yet tho I'm listening to the tapes and taking supps and Topa. When will it starts kicking in?

**nancy** · April 30, 2007, 08:08 PM

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not a great track record

i would like to try AF for the month of May but not sure if I can make it with y'all.

i have been taking supplements and recently upped the dose. i tried hypnotherapy on my non-hangover days. i radically changed my diet. but still have the problem.

i think i need 30 days to focus on hypno and learn to live without the addiction.

i will give it a go but not sure how well i will do.

**GALT** · April 30, 2007, 09:08 PM

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I printed the PDF on Saturday and am almost done with the reading. Went out yesterday and bought my supplements which I've taken for the first time today. I'm anxious to order and get the cd's.
I've been a nightly drinker for 10 years and am ready to make a change. I do not want to be hung over every morning, grumpy and just plain depressed.
I'm going in with a positive attitude and realizing that it will take work but it will be worth it.

**imdone** · April 30, 2007, 09:53 PM

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I'm on day two! It was marvelous to wake up this morning with a clear head, no regrets, no lack of energy. I will keep reminding myself every single morning how GREAT it is to be sober until it is the only thing I know. I am so excited for this new life. Best of luck to all on their new path. This could be the best year of our lives!

**Gardening Gal** · May 1, 2007, 12:12 AM

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I'm in as well. Today was day one. Started the Topa and awaiting the supps and cd's to arrive in the mail. Other than that, I get on this website lots throughout the day and check in, it really helps. Welcome to everyone, this is an exciting time for change

**aduggan** · May 1, 2007, 03:08 AM

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Welcome everyone. I am in France, so maybe not able to post at the same time as those of u in the US.

In answer to some of the posts, this worked for me, but I know it is different for others and I am no expert I am only on day 6 (have never, ever got past 10 days in 25 years). I made a complete commitment not just to myself, but to my family. This was really hard, because I knew that once I had done that there was no going back. I admitted to them I had a problem and told them that I did not want to give up alcohol completely and that I needed there support and that I had found this program, and told them I was going to be AF for 30 days. I was really scared at first, and started to hover, saying things like maybe I will wait until the supplements build up and the topa builds up, and then I said NO - DO IT! So the next day, I just did it. I did everything as the book says, and I also added L-glutamate and 5-HTP for sleeping (bad sleeper without alcohol). I think that if I had tried to cut down it would have been worse, because for me I am an all or nothing person, I can't just have one or two and I think if I failed in the first few days it would demotivate me. I am sure I made the right decision because I feel really great but you do have to really want it and make that commitment - boy is it worth it! I know I sound really sanctimonious (sorry) but I have never felt this good and I want you all to feel the same.

Keep on going. We can all do it together.

**Guest** · May 1, 2007, 03:11 AM

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Am on Day 1 abs(again!!!) aduggan.

Think it might help to check in with you on this thread.

I am doing it `cold turkey`, but think I could get there, if I could just get the first week under my belt.

Am supporting you all on this, and appreciate anyone who will support me.

Have had lots of lovely messages from caring people on this site to date, and am determined that this site shall indeed show me MY WAY OUT...........

Plan to start decorating tonight. I usually just talk about colour schemes and suchlike, then spend my evening with my beloved btl of wine.

Starlight Impress

**aduggan** · May 1, 2007, 04:03 AM

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Hi Starlight

Have you tried any of the supplements. I am feeling really reduced cravings (almost none) and I don't think it is the topa because I am on such a low dose at the moment. I think it must be the kudzo and the L-glutomate. Maybe they will help you. I am in France and it took just over a week for mine to arrive from the states through the mwo site.

I am decorating my house too at the moment, starting a b and b in France and madly decorating, putting new bathrooms in tiling for our first guests on 17th May. Will be tough as we will be doing table d'hotes where we provide evening meals at our table with drinks and wine (but I am determined to do it for at least 30 days). Wine is my tipple of choice. Really funny how many people on here drink wine. My image of a problem drinker was always someone who drank spirits, especially vodka. Stereotypes - should know better!

Think of me tonight when you sit down after choosing your colour schemes and I will think of you and spur you on not to open that cork. If you don't open the cork, you can't drink the wine (well I suppose you could, but you would have to be very inventive - lol!!) YOU CAN DO IT!!!

**Flip** · May 1, 2007, 04:56 AM

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Well done all of you "newbies" !!!! I was a newbie 5 months ago today and if I can do it you an too!! One day at a time, and no matter what, don't pick up the first drink.

Love to you all,
flip

**Guest** · May 1, 2007, 05:01 AM

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The WINOHOLIC........

Funny you should comment on how many people state wine as being their drink of choice, aduggan. Mine is sparkling white, about 12%.........just love the stuff........the taste, the smell, the bubbles............yip, I sure do love `my` wine!!! lol

Perhaps so many of us have a problem with wine, as it is more socially acceptable, and not really regarded as a `real` drink??(it`s a real drink alright-my hangovers and anxiety are testimony to it being so)

Would be interesting to get other views on `the wine issue`........

Gonna be so hard to come home this evening without a bottle, but, can and will do it. Am trying new psychological approach for me-every time my `bad angel` pops into my head saying "Get some wine, Girl", am just gonna have my `good angel` shout "F*** OFF BAD ANGEL-THIS GIRL DON`T DRINK!!!" lol

Feeling upbeat, positive and optimistic. Then again, `tis only 11am here-gonna be a long night!!!! lol Starlight Impress

**retteacher** · May 1, 2007, 07:05 AM

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Hi Everyone:
I would love to join the buddie group. I have only 1 straight day AF, but I can see from drink tracker that I'm doing better. I'm trying to be AF for the month of May. I think about drinking so much. What a waste of mental energy.

**imdone** · May 1, 2007, 10:44 AM

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I didn't intend to write each day, but after I read these posts from others, I find myself wanting to share. I'm on day 3 and have never felt better. I totally agree with aduggun. It also helped me to share my abs plan with my husband, one sister and my oldest child. I knew that telling them would cement the deal. When I think about not drinking forever, it does seem hard to imagine (no birthdays, anniversaries, vacations, etc.), but it only takes me a few minutes to remember all the mornings of regret after some of these past events. I get to experience them this year as a new me.

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