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    #391
    What I HATE, LOATH, and JUST CAN'T STAND about drinking.

    i hate that i know and feel the long term damage i have done to my body...i cross my fingers and hope that stopping this madness now will let my body heal.

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      #392
      What I HATE, LOATH, and JUST CAN'T STAND about drinking.

      One thing is for sure Peace. My body will be better off today if I DON'T drink than if I do. Can't change the past, but I can live the best way I know how today.

      DG
      Sobriety Date = 5/22/08
      Nicotine Free Date = 2/27/07

      One day at a time.

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        #393
        What I HATE, LOATH, and JUST CAN'T STAND about drinking.

        yes!

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          #394
          What I HATE, LOATH, and JUST CAN'T STAND about drinking.

          1. I hate the smell of stale alcohol in my pasty mouth the morning after.
          2. I hate forgetting conversations I have with my children.
          3. I hate going into work late with blood shot eyes.
          4. I hate the dehydration the next day
          5. I hate the 30 pounds I've gained.
          6. I hate the puffy face and bloated hands and belly.
          7. I hate staying in bed on a sunny beautiful morning because I'm too hungover.
          8. I hate the overwhelming guilt that wakes me up too early in the morning - gnawing at my heart like a dog with a bone.

          SpiritGirl posted it here back in 2008, I agree with most of these but #7 makes me cry cause I have. . .The most memorable time was December 24, 2009 when I was so hungover that on that beautiful snowy Christmas Eve I could not even drive or even get out of bed to spend that day with my children. Because I knew I would be off that day I had gone out with friends the night before and got plastered then drove home! My lord I'm lucky I never hurt anyone out on the road! So today. . .day #4 night #5 I will not drink because of the reasons you see here, and because I woke up this morning happier than I have been since July 3,2009. I will have a better Christmas this year for sure!
          You always succeed if you never stop trying.
          Everyday we choose the direction of change.

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            #395
            What I HATE, LOATH, and JUST CAN'T STAND about drinking.

            I hated my hangovers. I have not had one in over five months and I DONT miss them!!
            Be strong-
            We define ourselves by the best that is in us, not the worse that has been done to us.
            Be constructive. Clear the word of CAN'T

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              #396
              What I HATE, LOATH, and JUST CAN'T STAND about drinking.

              There are so many things I hate about drinking:
              1. the cost to my physical and mental health
              2. the cost to my finances
              3. the memory loss
              4. feeling terrible in the morning and not able to get out of bed
              5. being grumpy with my staff
              6. Having a bad day and thinking a drink will make it better!

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                #397
                What I HATE, LOATH, and JUST CAN'T STAND about drinking.

                The things I hate about drinking:
                1. The guilt
                2. Not remembering conversations
                3. The money wasted
                4. The time lost
                5. 25 pounds gained
                6. Puffy face, low self-esteem
                7. Waking at 4:30 with anxiety
                8. 5:00 pm and wanting wine
                9. Taking my kids to the store with me because I didn't buy it while they were at school because I wasn't going to do this again
                10. Emotionally distant relationship with my husband
                I hope it isn't too late; that my health isn't too damaged; that I can turn this around and influence my kids positively; that they will avoid this trap. The other morning my son's ipod sounded off at 6:30 (randomly) with "Take Away This Ball and Chain" blaring. Ironic.

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                  #398
                  What I HATE, LOATH, and JUST CAN'T STAND about drinking.

                  4MH, I could've written that post!

                  A week or so ago, I was talking about different religions at dinner with my kids. I was describing the Episcopal church as similar to the Catholic church but lighter, and gave the example that they drink grape juice instead of wine. My daughter said, "Just like you, mom!"

                  Six months ago, it was "mom's beer" and "mom and her wine." I can't tell you how much it meant that their perspective of me had changed already for the better. No way in hell I would want them to live what I was modelling. They didn't sign on for a drunk mom, and it's within my power to ensure they aren't stuck with one.

                  This is one of the rewards of sobriety, one of many. Reading here and seeing my friends partying with clear eyes, it's hard to come up with any reward related to drinking.

                  Just think: by not drinking today, you can knock 1-4 and 6-9 off your list as early as tomorrow. Not too shabby!

                  xoxoxo Pride
                  AF since July 15, 2010. :applouse:
                  "People who drink to drown their sorrow should be told that sorrow knows how to swim." —Ann Landers

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                    #399
                    What I HATE, LOATH, and JUST CAN'T STAND about drinking.

                    Hi Guys,

                    I could have written all these posts! It is great to come here and remember what we really hate about drinking. I'll make it my 5pm thread for reading.

                    What I love about not drinking?
                    1. I have ENERGY
                    2. My eyes are clear and I don't have bags under them!
                    3. I can think a complete thought!
                    4. I can read a book and enjoy it!
                    5. I can enjoy a conversation and remember what was said later!
                    6. I can exercise. (Without feeling like I want to pass out)
                    7. I can sleep through the night!
                    8. I can wake up early and feel great.
                    9. I can see the love in my family's eyes.

                    Have a great AF day everyone!

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                      #400
                      What I HATE, LOATH, and JUST CAN'T STAND about drinking.

                      I'll make it my 5pm thread for reading. >>

                      Great idea, ML. : )

                      https://www.mywayout.org/community/f1...ndi-22388.html
                      AF since July 15, 2010. :applouse:
                      "People who drink to drown their sorrow should be told that sorrow knows how to swim." —Ann Landers

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                        #401
                        What I HATE, LOATH, and JUST CAN'T STAND about drinking.

                        I hate the fact that I have lost my career though AL because I couldn't maintain my fitness.
                        I hate the fact that when I drink, I also smoke.
                        I hate the fact that my concentration is now impaired.
                        I hate that I lost the love of my life because I could not stop drinking.
                        Don't tell me it can't be done until I'm finished doing it.

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                          #402
                          What I HATE, LOATH, and JUST CAN'T STAND about drinking.

                          Hi, I am new here and this thread is one heck of a wake-up call. After reading all of these posts, it is quite obvious that I have a drinking problem and have for some time. My hope is that today will be the first day of the rest of my life AF. I have tried many times before but have always failed. I will read this thread daily as a reminder of the damage alcohol causes in one's life. Here is what I hate the most:
                          1. I hate feeling the shame and self-hatred that alcohol causes
                          2. I hate that my children have seen me drunk on many occasions
                          3. I hate the extra 25 lbs I am carrying because of drinking
                          4. I hate that I can't go more that a day without drinking
                          5. I hate that drinking is on my mind 24/7
                          6. I hate feeling totally out of control
                          7. I hate me.....

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                            #403
                            What I HATE, LOATH, and JUST CAN'T STAND about drinking.

                            This is one of my favorite threads too, Grand. I'm happy you're doing this for yourself. Welcome!

                            Pride
                            AF since July 15, 2010. :applouse:
                            "People who drink to drown their sorrow should be told that sorrow knows how to swim." —Ann Landers

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                              #404
                              What I HATE, LOATH, and JUST CAN'T STAND about drinking.

                              Spam depresses me.

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                                #405
                                What I HATE, LOATH, and JUST CAN'T STAND about drinking.

                                Me too, Tawny, particularly on this thread or "Need help ASAP".
                                AF since July 15, 2010. :applouse:
                                "People who drink to drown their sorrow should be told that sorrow knows how to swim." —Ann Landers

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