AF Daily ~ Sunday February 13th, 2011

[Brigitte Bardot]

Good morning everyone!

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[papmom3]

AF Daily ~ Sunday February 13th, 2011

Because they can :H !!

Glad you had a great time at the dance BB. You did a great job with controlling the AL but aren't you glad it's lost it's sparkle? Because next time it might be calling you on the way home. I know it would be for me. I was almost always able to control my drinking when I went out, at least in the last 5 or so years (not so much when I was younger) but almost alway went crazy when I got home.

One theory about the cats and toilets is that if the water is running at all, even a tiny but, they are attracted to that. Can't answer the question for dogs tho. I think its just plain "I know you hate it so I'll do it".

Time to eat a good healthy protein laden brekkie and then off to the show!!

:l

[Brigitte Bardot]

AF Daily ~ Sunday February 13th, 2011

Good morning Pap! I am very very happy the sparkle is gone, it's actually a relief. I'm definetely in a much better spot then I was 1-2 years ago, I dont ever want to be in that position again and I know now I never will be.

What are you having for breakfast? I think I'll make some homefries, scrambeled eggs and turkey bacon with toast and jam. But I'll make it a brunch I think and see if the parents want to come over for some.

I'm not understanding the cat's way of thinking when it comes to the toilet ??

[greeneyes]

AF Daily ~ Sunday February 13th, 2011

Morning BB and all you fabbies to come!

Sounds like you had a grand time at the party/dance, BB! Reading about your drinking experience reminds me of how different we alcoholics can be. A small glass of wine after an AF year took me to my knees. It wasn't like I wanted to go rob a liquor store after hours, but I had given myself permission. Permission doesn't work for me. I have no AL boundaries. Since you planned to drink, are modding now?

The afternoon oyster roast was great! The oysters were some of the best I've had in a while. And everyone brought good food for the "inside table". We had a box under the shucking table that we tossed shells into and these 2 dogs were working out on the little muscle left in the shells and kept getting beaned on the head with flying shells. Didn't deter them in the least - quite funny. There was a good bonfire going and it was nice to bump into some old friends and meet new some new folks. I was home in jammies by 8:30.

Today is supposed to be gorgeous so I'll make sure to take little doggie to walk at the river this afternoon. Today's project after some house cleaning is this desk! Tackle my "put off" piles. Not just pick at them, COMPLETE them!

'Tis a good to be sober and unhung! I'm always appreciative of that feeling!

[greeneyes]

AF Daily ~ Sunday February 13th, 2011

X-post P3 :l I agre with det on the l-glute and supps. I'm finding I really do better having that whey protein in the afternoon too.

[Brigitte Bardot]

AF Daily ~ Sunday February 13th, 2011

Hey Greenie, the Oyster Bash sounded like so much fun! I love parties like those!

And no, I have no plans on modding. My idea of modding is drinking at special occasions only, and not the daily drink per night. But no, I have no plans on switching my goals on remaining AF.

[Doggygirl]

AF Daily ~ Sunday February 13th, 2011

BB, if AL has lost it's luster for you, why did you drink THREE beers? I question this only because I know in my own head, AL has an amazing ability to get me lying to myself. Three beers is actually a lot of beer for a truly normal drinker. Mr. Doggy, my gold standard for a true middle aged normie just can't make it through 3 beers in an evening. I hope you really think about this. I don't believe for a second that this AL problem just goes away with a little AF time and some determination. It is VERY EASY for AL to get right back in. Speaking from my own experience of course. AL has lost it's luster for me too but my only safe way of dealing with that is to not dance with the devil. I would be kidding myself.

P3, I am trying to pay very close attention to how meals affect me. How long before I'm hungry again? Do I get the "munchies" when it's not really hunger? Etc. It's tedious to journal all that stuff but I think it's paying off. I have now been eating the exact same breakfast every day for 27 days but it really works for my body in terms of how I feel and how it holds me until lunch. Protein is certainly key. The one really HORRIBLE eating day I've had in the last month was following a breakfast where I forgot a key protein ingredient (the sausage!). That set up a really bad day for me - a valuable learning experience though. I hope your protein breakfast holds you well! HAVE A BLAST at the doggie diving event! Wish I could go too!!!

Greenie, the oyster roast sounds like so much fun!! :H at the doggies scavenging under the table. Sounds like my house except the Boss Dog (the femal mutt ) wouldn't let the others near it.

Greenie I'm planning to join you today in clearing the Desk Piles. It's out of control. Also have some running around to do. So happy to be sober and unhung. Dressed, tiffed, fed, ready to rock.

ONE THING IS FOR SURE!!! It will be an alcohol free day for me.

DG

[Brigitte Bardot]

AF Daily ~ Sunday February 13th, 2011

DG, three beer is not a lot, in my opinion over the span of 4 hours. Maybe it might be time for me to step back for a bit and to post in the Mod's section. I really would like to have a drink at special occasions and I will continue with my AF time but perhaps posting over with BELIEVE with his thoughts and feelings towards Modding would be more appropriate for me, and better for the people here on this thread.

[Guest]

AF Daily ~ Sunday February 13th, 2011

Three beers is nothing...omg! Doggy, your husband must be in his 80s with a prostrate problem if he cant handle three beers!!Lmao!

[Lavande]

AF Daily ~ Sunday February 13th, 2011

Good morning Abbers!

I am personally looking forward to near 60 degrees today & hopefully the last of the snow disappearing - enough already

BB, it sounds like a bit of confusion going on here.........
I have to say I agree with DG that 3 beers in 4 hours does sound like a lot when you essentially want to remain AF. I know it was a special occasion for you but aren't you afraid of falling back into old behaviors without realizing it? That would be my biggest fear to suddenly find myself right back to where I was when I started. It took so much effort to pull my head out of my ass 2 years ago......I just don't know if I could do it again & that's why it's just easier for me to stay away from AL altogether. You do whatever is comfortable for you :l

Well I am going to put dinner in the crockpot then pull my mud boots on & go get some fresh air for a change - YAY!

Wishing everyone a super Sunday!
Lav

[Lavande]

AF Daily ~ Sunday February 13th, 2011

Good morning Abbers!

I am personally looking forward to near 60 degrees today & hopefully the last of the snow disappearing - enough already

BB, it sounds like a bit of confusion going on here.........
I have to say I agree with DG that 3 beers in 4 hours does sound like a lot when you essentially want to remain AF. I know it was a special occasion for you but aren't you afraid of falling back into old behaviors without realizing it? That would be my biggest fear to suddenly find myself right back to where I was when I started. It took so much effort to pull my head out of my ass 2 years ago......I just don't know if I could do it again & that's why it's just easdier for me to stay away from AL altogether. You do whatever is comfortable for you :l

Well I am going to put dinner in the crockpot then pull my mud boots on & go get some fresh air for a change - YAY!

Wishing everyone a super Sunday!
Lav

[Lavande]

AF Daily ~ Sunday February 13th, 2011

Good morning Abbers!

I am personally looking forward to near 60 degrees today & hopefully the last of the snow disappearing - enough already

BB, it sounds like a bit of confusion going on here.........
I have to say I agree with DG that 3 beers in 4 hours does sound like a lot when you essentially want to remain AF. I know it was a special occasion for you but aren't you afraid of falling back into old behaviors without realizing it? That would be my biggest fear to suddenly find myself right back to where I was when I started. It took so much effort to pull my head out of my ass 2 years ago......I just don't know if I could do it again & that's why it's just easier for me to stay away from AL altogether. You do whatever is comfortable for you :l

Well I am going to put dinner in the crockpot then pull my mud boots on & go get some fresh air for a change - YAY!

Wishing everyone a super Sunday!
Lav

[universal]

AF Daily ~ Sunday February 13th, 2011

Hi everyone,

Busy thread this morning - BB, I'm glad that you had a good time. Please don't leave our thread as we know your goal is to be AF. I don't think DG meant any harm at all, she just cares and wants to ensure that you are not going to slide; the AL disease is a sneaky little shit. - I truely believe in my heart that is the case. Please stay with us, you have a lot to contribute.

I am headed to a meeting this morning and then off to breakfast with my sponsor. Then home, tidy up a bit, get groceries and work out. I've been doing 30 mins on the eliptical, a bitch when I do it but feels so good after.

Have a great day everyone -
Love and hugs,
Uni

[Mstall]

AF Daily ~ Sunday February 13th, 2011

Happy Sunday Abbers!

Dancing, Oyster Roast, sounds like you all were with me in Cancun this last week. :H

I am happy to report i made it through vacation AF! Though I did have a couple dinners that i was feeling crabby because i couldnt drink and other people around me were. It was a small pity party and didnt last once dinner was over.

I danced, walked the beach, hung out and laughed with my daughter and did alot of window shopping, amazingly all AF. I have never had a more enjoyable vacation.

Happy to be back home and continuing my journey. I also lost 2 more pounds for a grand total of 7 pounds in 34 days. I have never felt or looked better.

wishing you all a great sober Sunday!

[greeneyes]

AF Daily ~ Sunday February 13th, 2011

limers;1059336 wrote: Three beers is nothing...omg!

I disagree limey! For someone like me, 3 beers is enough to lead me to open season for drinking 24/7. 3 beers is enough to ruin a life.

Hi uni & lav!

Mstall! Congratulations on a fantastic AF vacation!