Focused February - Week 2

[sooty]

Focused February - Week 2

Belated congrats Papmom - well done to you.

Sorry I haven't been around, internet been playing up again (whats new) then yesterday I had a retinopathy eye test and couldn't see cos of the drops they put in my eyes!

Lav blue eggs? I didn't realise any chickens laid blue eggs, thats amazing. And thanks for the parsnip recipe, I'll give that one a try.

Rustop well done on 2.5lbs - I didn't lose anything this week and I was really disappointed. Felt like giving it up but have talked myself round and am still trying hard and hoping for better news next week.

Chill hang on in there kid, something will turn up I can feel it in my water.

I've got to rush gang, sorry not to address you all.

Take care everyone
Sooty

[Dewdrop]

Focused February - Week 2

Hi to everyone,

This is quick flyby tonight, I've had a busy day and evening catching up so I am going to run a bath, head off to bed and listen to some relaxation tapes. I'm feeling good though and think I've lost a pound or two but not going to check until the weekend and I've also managed to get in a few walks which has actually lifted my mood I think.

I'm looking forward to Spring arriving and getting into my garden, some of the pots on my patio have green shoots coming through but I have no recollection of whats in them so that will be a surprise. It's been another rainy and dismal day here but at least it's a bit milder although I don't think we are out of the woods yet with the wintry weather.

I hope everyone is well and I'm glad that's Wednesday over and I'm heading for the weekend. Stay Focussed my friends.

Dewdrop :h

[Stargazerlily]

Focused February - Week 2

Good morning all....

Great that many liked the site from Shari...lots of useful stuff.

Woke up late yesterday and unable to post.

Nothing new today, good to be heading for the weekend.

Papmom, so wonderful you have nine months AF. Is it hard to remember how horrible you used to feel when drinking? I have clear memories of feeling so sick, and struggling to make it through the day. It is so great to not have to feel sick anymore. I think the other thing I am liking is honesty, with myself and others. You are doing great on your journey and have been an inspiration to me, thanks for all your hard work and taking the time to share.:l

PAguy, I will definitely have to check out the book by Lisa See, you and I seem to have the same taste in literature. Thanks for the recommendation.

Dewdrop, glad you had a better day, I liked your plan...hot bath, relaxation tapes. It is amazing the new habits we develop AF.

Rusty, you sound strong and positive....good, good, good. It is interesting you went off the bac....I have always wanted to do this drug free, although I understand that it is biological as well as psychological. However, I will do whatever it takes to change. I get a little depressed in the winter, but feel better now. I am lucky, depressed feelings do not last long for me. Usually. Happy to hear you are feeling cheerful.

Everyone, have a lovely, AF day.

[rustop61]

Focused February - Week 2

Good morning Star and all to come

This time of year can be depressing but I love seeing the longer evenings and next month the clocks change which will make a huge difference.

Exams on at the moment so I am coming and going non stop. Must start my meditation again when this madness is over. Something always falls by the wayside. At least I am back eating properly after my binge in January and staying AF, also exercising so I should be happy with what I am doing. Focus on the positives.

Hope you all have a wonderful Thursday.

Rustop

[Lavande]

Focused February - Week 2

Good morning Focused Ones!

Sunny but freeeeeezing this morning! No snow predicted, thank goodness

Yesterday was day 17 of the 21 day meditation challenge & it was chakra clearing.......very cool.
I actually have a whole CD on that, love it

Hope everyone has a fantastic AF Thursday! Today is Rusty's 50th birthday so I go start a BD thread in General unless someone beat me to it.

Happy Birthday Rusty :bday7:

I'm watching EB this safternoon so I'd better go take my vitamins :H

[piper123]

Focused February - Week 2

Good morning (at least where I am) to all: Yesterday's bp was 108 over 74, this morning 112 over 73. It gets a little higher if I take it in the afternoon, but that is usually after running up the stairs. My doc said to take it first thing getting up in the am every morning to get a good reading. Thing is I already went up and down the stairs and let my dog out:happyheart:

Congratulations to Pap you long timers are my inspiration! Thank you! Also, I just picked up some make up remover wipes because I was having the same problem going from my day to teaching swimming in the pool. I found a portable package I can keep in my gym bag and it removes even waterproof mascara, which I won't wear bc it is too hard to get off.

Please forgive me as I am still trying to get to know everyone's name, but I'll be sticking around this thread for the rest of the month. You guys are so awesome!

My day is crazy, I'll be at the pool all day either teaching or cashiering, so I'll check in later tonight. HAVE A GREAT AF DAY ALL! and Happy bday rusty!

pIPER who is on day TWELVE!!!!!!!!

eta: oOPS i FORGOT I have a boy and two girls. I am their only parent, a very long story, but my dependence on alcohol made raising them tolerable for the most part, but lately I can see that it was just an excuse. Fortunately they are the absolute most wonderful loving kids a mother could have, and they understand how having that much responsibility with no help from another parent, or an ex, was just overwhelming. Now that they are young adults the hard part is pretty much over, it's time to brush myself off, and work hard to help myself recover because there isn't an excuse anymore. Somehow, someway, I didn't drink enough that the wine took over from caring for my kids. It just kind of lurked, everday, after they went to bed, as my reward for getting through yet another day. Now, I am thoroughly enjoying watching them blossom...more on that later...hugs Piper

[paguy]

Focused February - Week 2

Hello Friends:

Happy Thursday to everyone! I am actually off from work today and tomorrow. Finally having my sinuses taken care of with some minor same day surgery this afternoon. I cannot eat or drink anything until after surgery so I am very patiently trying to not think about food and my growling tummy right now. :nutso:

Happy 50th Birthday, Rusty - Yeah! :bday7: And, welcome to the 'club'. Hope you enjoy your celebrations with family and friends.

Piper - Very nice job on 12 days! Yes, this is a super group of folks here. Glad you found us and are hanging out with us (well, not literally 'hanging out'!)

Hope everyone has a great AF day!

[rebirth]

Focused February - Week 2

Just a quickie!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY RUSTY. WE LOVE YOU!!

:h

For she's a jolly good fellow for she's a jolly good fellow....tra la la la la.

[sdlovespackers]

Focused February - Week 2

HAPPY BIRTHDAY RUSTY!!!!!:day5::bday2:


Still lurking silently in the background these days....I try to read every day to keep caught up....just having a hard time posting...miss you all lots!!! Have kids coming down in a minute.....peace and strength to you all!!
SD:l

[Dewdrop]

Focused February - Week 2

Hi everyone,

Happy Birthday to Rusty :heartsnflowers: I hope your surgery goes well Paguy and it's not too painful. Blue eggs Lav, my goodness whatever next !

I'll try and catch up with you all over the weekend but I am so happy tomorrow is Friday and where has the week gone? This month does seem to be racing by but they do say that happens as you get older

It was another very rainy day here and some of my guttering has come down from the garage and poured loads of water over my coldframes (they aren't water tight) so one job at the weekend will be to fix the guttering and clear out the coldframes for Spring, fortunately there was nothing in them but empty pots. Keep your fingers crossed for a sunny break so I can do it without being soaked and frozen.

Keep Focussed and we will soon be onto week 3

Dewdrop :h

[Lavande]

Focused February - Week 2

Good evening folks!

Spent 6 hours on toddler duty - I feel like I had a gym workout, no kidding! I haven't been watching him as much this semester (while my DIL is in class) so I had kind of forgotten how busy & how tireless EB has become. Phew!!

John, Nurse Lav is always on call.......
Hope it went well for you today!

Piper, congrats on your 12 AF days, terrific!
BTW - our B/Ps normally run the highest in the mornings.......your numbers look excellent

Hi rebirth, how are you? SD, we miss you as well

Dewdrop, I hope the weather clears for you this weekend. Nothing worse than working outside in the cold rain - stay warm! I would love to have hens laying pink, green & yellow eggs as well

I need to get to my Day 18 mediataion then call it a day.
Wishing everyone a warm & comfy night!

Lav

[papmom3]

Focused February - Week 2

It's late, I'm cold and just want to crawl under the covers with the pups but I did want to check in.

Piper-You're so sweet!! I never thought I would want to be called a long timer (or old timer-is there a dif?) and I don't really think of myself that way as 9 months is a very short time compared to the 37 years of drinking my way through life that I did but in some ways it does seem like a very long time ago that I took my last drink.

Star-I have an answer for you but I feel a sandwich post coming on so I better save it for Saturday!!

John-Hope all went well today with the sinus surgery. I'm sure you'll check in tomorrow. Sweet dreams!!

Hello and goodnite to everyone else. Love you guys but my eyes are closing. See you tomorrow!!

[Stargazerlily]

Focused February - Week 2

Good morning all....

Pap, I look forward to your sandwich post on Saturday.

PAguy, healing thoughts on your medical issues.

Piper123, sounds like you are finding new freedom in being AF. Great and inspiring for all of us to hear. The AF story never gets old.

Dew, hope the gutter work is successful, life goes on, AF or no.

SD, you OK? We are here for you.

Rebirth, good to hear from you.

Rusty, Happy Birthday, a day late and a dollar short.

So happy it is Friday, a busy and productive week at work. Planning on staying AF this weekend, not even a question, but I will always be on guard. That is the great thing about reading the just starting threads, we keep in mind where we can go with just one drink. Back to our old ways and suffering, disgust, pain, and it is JUST NOT WORTH IT!!

[kaza]

Focused February - Week 2

Hi I'm new here and still don't know my way around this site, I managed to send a message on Day 2, and got some fabulous friendly and encouraging replies, however, I can't seem to get back there, I did one reply to all as I was running late, but would love to find my way back and talk to each new friend separately, I just keep going around in a circle, I guess I'll just keep trying. I just find everyone so friendly and inspiring and would love to join in, just not sure how - dumb huh?

[papmom3]

Focused February - Week 2

Hi Kaza and welcome!! Here are a couple of threads you posted on:

https://www.mywayout.org/community/f1...ort-47994.html

https://www.mywayout.org/community/f1...1-a-47975.html

the first one is the one you started(congrats!!) and the second one is one someone else started but you posted on.
When you click on Reply, it goes to the whole thread. There is no need to thank everyone personally. Just keep reading and posting on different threads that catch your eye and eventually you'll find one that feels like "home". whenever you or anyone posts on a thread it is automatically flagged as new and people usually will click on it, especially if they replied to it previously. I bet all your new friends at "Seeking Friends for Support" are dying to hear an update!! I started on in the Newbies Nest in the Starting Out section and was there for quite a few months before I found my home here and on the Daily Abstainers thread. It's just a matter of preference. Let us know if there is anything more we can do to help you and :goodjob: on your quest to become AF!!!

:l