Tuesday, 6 May 2008

[Lorelei]

Tuesday, 6 May 2008

Popping in to say hello, very busy day at work today.

Today is day 22 AF!!

I did my yoga routine for the first time yesterday....lets just say there is much room for growth. I have a date with the yoga mat again today so we'll see how it goes.


Remember small changes over time add up to big ones!!

Also remember that when you perceive you haven't succeeded at something, you still learn. Eventually you will learn what doesn't work and learna bit more what does, this does not just apply to AL, it applies to life.

-lorelei

[Cinders]

Tuesday, 6 May 2008

Good Morning, ODATers,

I was up in the wee hours because of some serious hot flashes. At least I know they are not from drinking.

Charlee - Your post is so right on for me. I spent years trying to control my drinking and all the while I was spiraling farther and farther into the abyss of complete drunkeness. I did not "get it" until I flat out realized I simply could not win that war. I could occasionally win a skirmish, just often enough to convince me I could prevail, and then bam, back into horrible drinking and binging and barely hanging on. I am so grateful I found MWO because all of my friends here, their support, compassion and guidance allowed me to finally get out of the cycle of drinking and back into the cycle of living.

I spent an entire day with my daughter yesterday and she is looking so beautiful. She says there are times - around people - that she gets nervous and starts shaking and sweating. She says drinking used to get her past that horrible shyness. Now she is having to deal with it and I think she is doing great. Early days for her but she is feeling so much better already. Her skin color is improving and she is smiling again. I see flashes of the "old" Adrienne and her beautiful spirit.

Happy Birthday 4theBoyz!! Enjoy your day.

Must run and get going to get this house cleaned up for company. It is such pig pen. Yikes!!

Take care everyone.

Love,
Cindi

[DogLvr]

Tuesday, 6 May 2008

Hello all - Jinja - ditto on what Lila said - I love your logo artwork.
I am on day 6 - trying again. I made it halfway through April - but then said - oh just one glass of wine with dinner will be fine. Which led to every night, culminating in a work trip where it just didn't stop.
I guess I should probably start the topa - I've been trying to do this with only the website for the past few times - I know that when I checked in every day, even if I didn't post, it would give me the fortitude to stay al-free that day. I love to read everyone's posts - helps me feel like I'm not alone out there.
Here's to a great Tuesday.

[Mohun]

Tuesday, 6 May 2008

26 days AF for me.

Happy Birthday 4theBoyz. Looks like we are both Taurus's (Taurusi?). :bday3:

Flyin, I thought women ran things? Didn't we have this conversation already. :gramps:

Good luck to all.

Mo.:goodjob:

[Janice]

Tuesday, 6 May 2008

Just popping in to say hello to everyone.....not had much time the last few days to catch up on everyone's news....but a big hello to all the new "faces" joining our Monthly Abs.....this is such a friendly inspiring place to be!!!

I think this is day 70 for me!!! Had a good day at the races yesterday.....nobody noticed I wasn't drinking and I just stuck to tonic water, coke and good old tea/coffee!!! I'm chasing after that 90 day milestone and beyond!!!

Its a beautiful day here in the UK.......someone asked what a Bank Holiday was......its basically a national day off to celebrate May Day but years ago all the banks, shops, offices would close up and everyone would have a day's holiday.

Just going to make myself go to the gym, hopefully will get back on later.....


Janicexxx

[Determinator]

Tuesday, 6 May 2008

Top of the Tesday AB landers far and wide!!!

Paddy, thanks for the kick start and the cameo apperance...don't be a stranger eh?

4TheBoyz, Happy Birthday bro!!

Huge welcome to all our newcomers, looking forward to getting to know all of you.

Cindi, you post just made me so happy today hearing about your daughters improvements enjoy.

be well friends

[Beck]

Tuesday, 6 May 2008

Hello All,

Only a few minutes today...home with my injured kiddo. She's mending and wanting all my attention

Happy Birthday 4tB - Welcome Back

Cindi, So good to hear you so happy and well. Good for your daughter.

Det, aren't you at 90 Days (or real close)?

Oh no, there goes my kid alarm. Back later,
Beck

[Determinator]

Tuesday, 6 May 2008

Beck, i just checked the calendar and by jove, I'm 90 today!

your hired as my MWO calendar keeper! hahahahahaa. thanks dear.

[Beck]

Tuesday, 6 May 2008

All I knew is that you were a few days behind me...Guess I get to be the first to congratulate you!!!

Congrats on your first 90 Days,
Beck

[bestlifeldms]

Tuesday, 6 May 2008

Happy Birthday, 4theboys! Today is the birthday of my first born. 26 years ago I was despirately pushing him toward life. 9#7oz. born 5 minutes from now! Absolutely the most wonderful thing I had done in my life up until that point. He shares that prize only with his twin brothers.

29 days AF for me today and still feeling so grateful that I am here. Have a great day all! Calling my son next. Woke him up at 5:30 AM and always call on his birth minutes. Way too mom-ish of me, huh!

Hugs :l Best

[Peanut]

Tuesday, 6 May 2008

Morning Abbers,
Just a moment here to write. Feeling kinda sleepy and all - i am having such problems with insomnia. Tried the sleepytime tea last night - didn't do a thing! Other than thtat I am on day 6 AF, and doing ok. I would love a bottle of wine (note I don't say a "glass" of wine - not going to fool myself about that!!!) but am not craving. The kudzu and l-glut are wonderful for that. I have been sneezing all morning and now just started coughing, so I hope I am not getting sick!! Phooey!
OK - I have to get to work.
Best to everyone on another AF day!
Peanut

[time2change]

Tuesday, 6 May 2008

Det- Congrats on day 90. I only hope that some day you will be wishing me the same.

Today is day 8 for me. I can actually say that I feel alot better today. Days 1-7 were pretty hellish since I could not sleep and felt generally crappy. Today although I can't say I slept good I do feel completely different. Not so sleepy or crabby. I did eat ice cream for dinnerlast night. What's up with that. I don't usually ever eat sweets, but I have not been able to stay out of the chocolate bowl on my desk. Not another addiction. I am also finding myself addicted to these posts.

For those who have a hard time in the evenings I suggest going to chat. It helps pass the time and you will find some great people there.

Good Luck to all.

[sidney]

Tuesday, 6 May 2008

I am checking in too. Seems like there is a lot of us here for May. Or maybe it is because I haven't been here before. I am at day 17. I feel pretty good so far. Hope I can keep going one day at a time. All the best to all of you.

[jessie]

Tuesday, 6 May 2008

And I have completed day 5 and feel so good.
Jessie

[cowgal]

Tuesday, 6 May 2008

late

I am late at checking in, only back at day 2, but will be joining you all in double digits and all soon,

Love you guys,

HUGS!!!

MA