AF Daily-Wed 9/15/10

[Cheyenne_5.07]

AF Daily-Wed 9/15/10

Allow me to introduce myself... again?

Hi abstainers! I'm not new to this forum but have a new user name. I've been around for a few years off and on. Sometimes sober. Sometimes not so sober. Sometimes as an active poster. Sometimes just as a lurker. I'd love to tell you my former user names but I can't remember them. Wince.

Anyway, HI! I'm Cheyenne_5.07. The numbers represent the month and year I took my last drink more than 3 years ago. WOOTS! I'd love to say that not drinking has been

OK wait! I think I might have been "tiarra jane" on this forum in the past? Shaking my head at myself and laughing. Jeez. What a brain...

Anyway, I'd love to say that not drinking has been easy... that my life AF has been nothing but bliss... that not drinking has magically solved all my problems. But why would I lie to you? lolz Not drinking long term has been one of the hardest things I've ever done. BUT... it's also one of the most rewarding things I've ever done! The rewards are obvious to anyone who knows me. Stability in my personal relationships... my home life is improved... my budget seems to go farther... improved health... personal growth... improved self esteem & a strong satisfaction in knowing I did that! (Gotta keep ego in check though)

But I've done my share of sober struggling too... I dunno why it shocked me when it I had to battle depression and anxiety. I guess my beer used to numb those for me, huh? But I'm making progress now. YAY! I've also had a string of addiction substitutions. All have been benign next to drinking. But just goes to show how deep addiction runs in me. My latest obsession has been online gaming. Been immersed in that for a couple of years now. Working on cutting back on it. I can't begin to tell you how much I wish I could get addicted to exercise! GAH! Truth be told I've gained 50... count em... 50lbs in the last 3 plus years of sobriety. shivers. But one thing at a time I guess. And since my hubby says "I'd rather have you chunky than drunky" I'm not gonna stress about it for now.

Anyway... I just wanted to check in with you wonderful supportive peeps. You've been an inspiration to me over the years. Thanx for being here!

[Doggygirl]

AF Daily-Wed 9/15/10

Hello again! A better catch up this time!

P3, I like Marshy's suggestion of just mentioning that you are thinking of going to AA and seeing what your friend says from there. I think it is awesomely cool that you have connected with someone you can share a bit with in your face to face life.

Gaia, I really identified with Drinking: A Love Story. I have not yet read the other book by her friend. Don't let the negative review bother you. Everyone is entitled to their opinion. (easier said than done sometimes, as I know all too well!)

PAGuy - when I read "check your shoes" I thought immediately of stepping in dog doo. (an all too common reality at my house! :H) I hope Oprah and her guests were not all checking their shoes for THAT!!! :egad: How is your recovery coming along? I am sorry to hear about computer problems. No fun!

Greenie, it's fun to see SluttyBarbie back in your avatar. To what do we owe the honor? (I'm sure I missed a lot of good stuff in the last couple of days!) How was the massage?

Lav I love reading about the chicks! Did you have fun with your friends at lunch?

Deter, my day is filled with happiness. And sweet potato garlic jam. How many jars would you like to order?

Hello Angel!

Hi Mo and congrats on 11 Days!! :yougo: If you want to connect with another "road warrier" who has figured out how to stay sober on the road, you might reach out to cpn1004 (Phil). He has been sober over a year and travels on business lots and lots. If he can do it, I bet you can too!

rebirth, I need to consider joining you on the sugar buster challenge. I hope Day 1 of that went well for you!

Marshy, what is a spliff? Poor lost George. I hope this is a wake up call for him. I know this is very shallow of me, but the thought crossed my mind that I bet his mug shot is not all he would like it to be.

Welcome Cheyanne and congrats on your sober time. I too am seeing the connection with various addictions and obsessions in my life. Sugar is my nemesis. Hope you will post with us regularly! It sounds like you have a lot of sober experience to offer.

Got my hair cut this afternoon and I am loving my short hair more and more all the time! Was supposed to go to a business social event this evening but Mr. Doggy had to work a bit late and I didn't feel like going by myself. This event is at one of the very trendy restaurants in town and my peers on the board will be tossing back drinks like no tomorrow. That doesn't make me want to drink any more, but makes for a rather boring time. Would rather catch up around here.

One thing is for sure, there will be NO drinking for this DG today.

DG

[Determinator]

AF Daily-Wed 9/15/10

ok, settled into my hotel room. had a nice chicken/basil curry at a nearby place called Fukee (I think you have to pronounce that carefully).

Cheyenne, great news on the long term ABs!

sweet potato garlic jam? wow, that sounds like fun

arritey, off to see who's in chat

be well

[Meech]

AF Daily-Wed 9/15/10

Hi Papmom,

Sorry I have been soooo busy with kids to school, races, working lots and the routine that September brings I haven't had much extra time for MWO. Things look less crazy next week so hopefully get on here more.

Will try to catch up. Miss you and our cyber chats. I have been doing okay but need to get more focussed and blow the "reward trigger" to tiny bits. Been losing focuss and not trying. I work the next two nights then I will need a good AF plan for Saturday night.
Cute story about the shoes. I did that once in my 20's to a JOB INTERVIEW. I didn't notice until after I left the interview. How embarassing. I don't think they noticed but I sure did!! Talk more soon...in a few days when my time is less crazy.
Meechie