Hi all,
It's been a while but wanted to rejoin the land of the ABers if I can as I've always found this thread one of the most positive and friendly! Have posted in 'General discussion' which gives some of why I haven't been around so won't repeat myself - suffice to say here that whilst I didn't jump off the wagon completely, I've certainly slipped somewhat so will be working to claw my way back on!
It's good to see people doing so well - :goodjob: ! It's also a good reminder of the reality of the situation to see the ups and downs, but wonderful to see the energy and commitment to get right back up and keep going forward! I did have about 3 months AF under my belt and felt great. Over the last few weeks I've had one complete blow-out (which I think stemmed from the fact that I can now no longer hold my liquor so a few wines just sent me right over the edge!). I've also had a number of drinks at odd times, so I suppose drinking moderately and it's been good to realise that I can actually do it. However, the call of the wild is definitely returning and I can hear the excuses mounting, the drinking even though I don't particularly want to, the failing arguments, so it's back to total AF for the time being and see if I can get back that wonderful sense of well-being that comes with sobriety and freedom from alcohol!
So I look forward to catching up with you all again - warmest wishes and :l to all !
It's been a while but wanted to rejoin the land of the ABers if I can as I've always found this thread one of the most positive and friendly! Have posted in 'General discussion' which gives some of why I haven't been around so won't repeat myself - suffice to say here that whilst I didn't jump off the wagon completely, I've certainly slipped somewhat so will be working to claw my way back on!
It's good to see people doing so well - :goodjob: ! It's also a good reminder of the reality of the situation to see the ups and downs, but wonderful to see the energy and commitment to get right back up and keep going forward! I did have about 3 months AF under my belt and felt great. Over the last few weeks I've had one complete blow-out (which I think stemmed from the fact that I can now no longer hold my liquor so a few wines just sent me right over the edge!). I've also had a number of drinks at odd times, so I suppose drinking moderately and it's been good to realise that I can actually do it. However, the call of the wild is definitely returning and I can hear the excuses mounting, the drinking even though I don't particularly want to, the failing arguments, so it's back to total AF for the time being and see if I can get back that wonderful sense of well-being that comes with sobriety and freedom from alcohol!
So I look forward to catching up with you all again - warmest wishes and :l to all !
right on!
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