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[retteacher]

Everyone: Yes, I've relapsed. It wasn't a long, hard binge, but I did drink. I just told my husband, sponsor, & some of my closest program friends. Tomorrow night I'm going to pick up a 24 hour chip. It will be one of the hardest things I have to do, but I must do it. This is very humbling after more than 3 years sober. However, "cunning, baffling, powerful" is an apt description for alcoholism. I won't make excuses for the slip. I will be back but for now, I have to regroup in AA & start back on Step 1.

Love, Mary

[daisy45]

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Mary, you are only human; the one thing I do know about you is how compassionate and wise you are. You re-group and do what you have to do and you will be back on track in no time. I know you are disappointed in yourself for now but don't you let this take away this past 3 years - what a woman you are!!!!
Know you have friends here who would love to be here for you just like you always are for us.

[porqoui]

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Hi Mary
Sorry to hear about the relapse but so glad you posted and shared. It's tough going back to that Day 1, I know because I've been there. My AA group was a major source of strength for me. Even though I had MWO at the time, I needed to share face-to-face for some human hugs. Regrouping in AA is a terrific idea. Take all the time you need and remember we're here for you......PPQ

[JackieClaire]

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Mary,
Very sorry to hear of your relapse and thank you so much for sharing with honesty. You've always been such a calming presence here and I know this will continue.
J x
:l

[paula]

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So sorry, the only way is up. You will get back on track, and learn so much from this awful experience. Bless you.

[Guitarista]

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Hi Mary,

I know the feeling, as i did the same. Nothing wrong with eating humble pie. My turning back to alcohol after 2.5 yrs sober ended up being a positive learning experience for me. I have been moving forward ever since. Where i faltered i reckon, is that whilst i was kicking goals in my new sober life, i still didn't fully embrace and immerse myself in the freedom and possibilities that were now available. I stopped growing in my sobriety, and didn't pursue things i loved to do. I got a little lazy, but i am also careful not to take on too much and overwhelm myself. This can be dangerous for me too.

Best wishes Mary. I'm rooting for you!

Greg.

[Mick]

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Hi Mary ,I really admire your honesty.....just shows you can never be off your game else the little bugger will find a hole to get in..Im sure you will pick up and march on with your head held high
Mick

[Lavande]

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Hope you are OK now Mary!
Wishing you the best & much strength:l

Lav

[YoungAtHeart]

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I'm thinking of you, Mary. Sending love and hugs to help you feel a little better and gain what wisdom you can from your relapse. If I know you, you will learn a lot. :l

[ThreeDogNight]

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Just wanted to say that I hope you will be okay. You have been a huge help to me in the past. You did the right thing by telling your husband and sponsor. Please take care.
:lTDN

[Stargazerlily]

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Mary,
So good you are back right away, not letting the relapse go on and on...you have the tools, and the support. We are here for you. You will do it, it is a journey as we know. One day at a time.

[Determinator]

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much love and strength to you Mary xxxxxooooo

I recently crashed too. must be something in the air... dunno.

onward team!

[Doggygirl]

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Hi Mary. I'm sorry to hear about the relapse. I too applaud your honesty, and I'm so glad to hear you are re-grouping in AA and going to accept your 24-hour chip. Cunning, baffling and powerful indeed. I truly believe everything that happens in this life path is a lesson for us. I'm grateful that you shared because all of us can learn from your experience.

Strength and hope,

DG

[Mootsbill]

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Thanks for sharing Mary, you may be collecting a 24 hour coin, but the learning process you have been on is 3years and that cannot be taken away, the tools you've gained made the relapse short and you came to no harm so that is wonderful.
Good luck with the next few days xxxxxx

[TheSunFlower]

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Mary

Hugs to you....you have always been there for me. Thank you.