July Jamboree - week 1

[rustop61]

July Jamboree - week 1

Good morning everyone

Welcome Marriedgirl and well done on 2 weeks. You are right Cyn, we must not give up. We are all different and we just do whatever it takes on this journey of ours. The great thing about MWO is that we can all share and there is no 'this is the only way' attitude.

LBH hope your cold is soon better. We all have that mental attitude of taking a drink to make ourselves feel better. A hot toddy for a cold, a nice glass of wine. One would be a treat but for those of us with a problem one is never enough. That is what we have to accept.

Here's to another AF day. Have lots to get done. Am having my walk in closet refitted next week so I need to take everything out. What a mess!!!

Big hello to everyone to come.

Rustop

[rebirth]

July Jamboree - week 1

Morning marriedgirl. Congratulations on your chip! Big hug. Hey! I didnt get one at AA. Gonna complain . Only kidding. Two weeks sober is a great feeling eh! I feel better every week MG. xxx

[rebirth]

July Jamboree - week 1

Good look with your refit rustop61. I think i need to do the same..and clean my car..and exercise..and mow the lawn...and and and

[Chillgirl]

July Jamboree - week 1

Good Morning Everyone!

Rustop and Rebirth - im with you, lets make this humpback wednesday a day for getting stuff done!! Im cleaning the house.

After our hot humid weather, last night brought an almighty thunder and lightening storm and today everything is fresh and clean and the dust has settled down.

I awoke with a vivid dream etched on my mind and cant shake it off this morning. I was looking for my dog in the middle of a city and met my ex husband who then spotted her. We then met a homeless guy who we got talking to and he needed our help to open a bank account which we did, then I realized he was my soul mate and I had to catch up with him or I'd loose him forever. When I did he said he thought I was with my ex and I told him no that I wanted to be with him, he told me he was very sick with a bad heart and I said Id take care of him and we walked off towards my house.... I think my subconscious is telling me to move on.

Todays affirmation is I AWAKEN TODAY APPRECIATING EVERYTHING IN SIGHT AND I GIVE THANKS.

[Stargazerlily]

July Jamboree - week 1

Good morning. I successfully and happily stayed AF last night, along with my husband. We talked on the way home and agreed that we always have a better time AF, so what is going on? I slept really well last night and felt so happy. I think taking the supplements and vitamins is helping my mood so will continue with them.

Cyn, I agree with you that there are many reasons and types of problem drinkers and many ways to sobriety. I am confused with AA/NA statistics. Do they have a higher success rate than any other way? I just read some supposed study that turned into an anti-AA rant and was turned off. I liked the MWO method because they used medicine, hynotherapy, nutrition, supplements, vitamins, exercise: holistic method, addressing the entire person. It is confusing.

Sped, I loved your comment about being a slob with few possessions. It's true, if they had more stuff it would be worse.

Dill, you have my support, I am hopeful that you are not giving up and getting right back to your committment. I do feel that the only way we fail is if we quit trying.

Everyone, hello and have a great AF day.

[Lavande]

July Jamboree - week 1

Morning Jammers,

Congrats on your 2 AF weeks MG, good work

Good to see everyone but where is our bus driver Ms Sooty?

Summer colds really stink LBH - even worse than winter colds I think. Keep taking whatever OTC sinus product you use, drink lots of fluids. It will go away without the addition of AL, I promise!

Preparing for another 100 degree day today! So, so hot & humid out there - yuck!

Wishing everyone a wonderful AF Humpday - ya hear that Sooty?

Lav

[dill]

July Jamboree - week 1

Hi Lav! I was wondering about our Sooty, too. I hope she checks in soon.
Rustop, your mention of Irish school piqued my curiosity about Ireland's history. As a result, I rented a documentary from Netflix called "Out of Ireland". It was about Ireland's history and the Irish emmigration. It was really interesting! I had no idea how difficult the Irish struggle was. I knew about the potato famine as a big cause of emmigration, but I didn't really know about all the political strife and religious repression. The documentary was very nicely done and I recommend it to anyone interested in such topics.
MG29, so glad you checked in. Is a white chip a real chip and what does it signify? Congrats on the "imaginary two week chip"! It sounds like you have found a great AA group. A sense of humor and fun is so important!
Chill, that was an intricate dream. I rarely remember my dreams. I think you have interpreted the meaning correctly, but the fact that you went off with the new man with heart problems....I wonder if that shows you that in spite of the fear of the unknown, and knowing that the future will likely not be without problems, you still need to and want to move on.
Rebirth, don't beat yourself up over that piece of cake the other day! It is so much fewer calories than 10-15 alc drinks!!!!
Redstar, Thank you for your supportive comments. You know I always have your back, too! I wish I had done this 8 years ago when I was your age. But, oh well, at least I'm at it now. "If wishes were horses then beggars would ride!" Anyhow, as far as giving up...that's not an option for me. Don't worry.
LBH, I hope you get over your cold quickly. I'm a pussy too when it comes to pain or illness. I don't think the toddy helps really in any other way than to help you sleep....sleep medication would probably be a better choice for you and I.
Cyn, I really appreciated your sharing about your choice to try bac. I originally tried Campral when I started this process. I didn't feel like it helped me. I tried the antabuse, but I found that it only helps if you keep taking it and you only keep taking it if you have a level of committment that I apparently hadn't yet reached. I will take your advice: " The thing is to keep at it - don't give up, don't give up, don't give up."
Sped, did you manage to meet up with Lil?
Spud, Rusty, and all who check in, let's all enjoy today AF!

[rebirth]

July Jamboree - week 1

I have a question which is totally out of context everyone. Some of you are senior members. Can I ssume you are given this title because of the number of posts you have written?
Otherwise how do you become a senior member?

On my way to work every morning I see my neighbour on his way back home from the off license. He is only 28 with two young kids but already too damaged to work. I see him with his usual bottles of liquor in a plastic bag and he never looks at me in the eye. I first met him at an AA meeting about a year ago.He had burnt down his previous house because he was drunk and left his stove on.

In my eyes he is no different to a tramp in the park who drinks daily.. except that this guy has a roof over his head..for now. I really feel for him and his family but at the same time I am so grateful that I have managed to pull myself out of my drink addiction. I use to be like him over a month ago. I don't want to go back there.

Guys thank you for keeping me sober. I feel so blessed.. x

[Chillgirl]

July Jamboree - week 1

Rebirth - we get to be senior after 1000 posts

I totally agree with you about your neighbour, there but for the grace of God go I. Im grateful every day that something inside of me stopped me getting that low, I wonder what it is in each of us that gives us that different level? I wrecked a couple of cars, broke a few bones and ended up in some horrific situations and still I didnt stop. For me it was more about the self loathing and the anxiety and although it took a huge amount of effort & courage I had a knowing deep inside me that I could conquer my demons as long as I never stopped believing I could.

[spedteach]

July Jamboree - week 1

Morning,
My last day in the midwest. Long walk this morning, beautiful old homes but I do miss the mountains. Nothing like summer in the higher elevations.

The problem I had with AA is that I met a lot of people there who told me it was the ONLY way to get sober. I have problems with anyone saying their way of thinking about anything is the only right way. In most of my attempts to get sober (rehab, out patient) I was told that I would never get sober unless I went to AA. I did not get sober until I quit going to AA. MWO has helped me more than all those years of trying to work a 12 step program. Just wasn't right for me.

rebirth, I don't know how you become a senior member. Number of posts ( as opposed to age!!) is a safe bet.

wonderful wednesday to all.

[rebirth]

July Jamboree - week 1

chillgirl..1000 posts...okay that would take another year. I pray pray that I shall be sober throughout that time. I need to stay focused and stick to this forum like glue.

spedteach I am surprised alot of people in AA said that it was the only way. My experience is very different to yours. My meetings have always been very openminded with the message that AA is a support system if you want it. But not the only support system there is for drink addiction. I am like you. I hate it when people tell me there is only one way. Cause there isn't. I have to admit that no one knew about BAC or antabuse in the AA. One was dead opposed to it but that was just his opinion I reckon.

[ladybirdheart]

July Jamboree - week 1

Where is our Sooty? I wanted to say that I am making steady progress at negotiating my first lousy bronchial infection ever without reaching for a whiskey toddy. It is one of the last windows I have left open and I seem to be managing albeit in with lots of coughing and little rest. I need nurse Lav. I had a fun diversion in that I posted a request to donate a plant to a horticulture society and have had replies from people rather far away who are willing to drive hours and retrieve it. What an infinite variety of interests and voices in the world when it is not narrowed by alcohol. Love, Ladybird.

[Lavande]

July Jamboree - week 1

Nurse Lav can be on your doorstep first thing in the morning if needed
Glad to hear you are coping san AL! Hope you feel better very soon LBH.

I just had a rather thorough chat with my sister-in-law. She is married to Mr Lav's brother & lives next door but really didn't know what was going on here..........
I've been reluctant to complain to them about my situation because they've always looked up to Mr Lav (primarily because he's the oldest brother). She was very kind & offered assistance if ever needed. Trouble is I'm used to being on the giving side not the receiving side. I guess it's better to not feel so damn alone.

Rebirth, keep posting! You'll be up to 1000 before you know it

If we don't hear from Sooty soon I just may have to hop on a plane & fly over there. Now wouldn't that be a surprise?????

It was still 102 degrees at 6 pm tonight............oh my!
Have a good night one & all.

[spedteach]

July Jamboree - week 1

Hello all,
Mentioned in yesterday's post that I had not taken Antabuse for awhile and would be able to drink if I chose to without dire circumstances. Ever since I wrote that I have been thinking about drinking. Heading west tomorrow...road trip....motel tomorrow night. Bad set up. Just took an Antabuse. I almost have a year and am usually pretty confident about it. For me guess I can't be too careful.

Talked to Lilmea today. Plans to get together on my next trip to Indiana. She's very excited about an up coming grandbaby. We both bemoaned the heat.

LBH, I'll bet I know what plant you are donating to that horticulture society! I'll see you next week.

Night everyone, will check in tomorrow from the road.

[rustop61]

July Jamboree - week 1

Good morning everyone

Just a quick check in. Hubby is working from home today so wont get near the computer. Will catch up with all the posts later.

Rustop