af day Tue 7 Jan

[treetops]

Morning alkie blasters! Quick one here as I am also working (just taking a wee break after writing a long reference for someone). Didn't do my really early morning wake-up/good-night call today as I was fasting for a blood test (done that now) and was in a tea/coffee/toast free zone - yuk!! All that restored.

OK - I had reached my 90 day AF mark a few days ago - not sure whether to count days/months or not count at all. I'm more into the state of mind thing. But 3 months is a good start and my body/mind/soul/family are thankful. But ever vigilent and you guys help to make me accountable - as well as giving support - plus its great to connect/help when I can with others.

Now to the next task.....

[kuya]

af day Tue 7 Jan

From three months TT it all starts to fall into place......tis an important milestone so, a belated

CONGRATS ON 90 DAYS!

[Hippyman]

af day Tue 7 Jan

treetops;1440028 wrote: Morning alkie blasters! Quick one here as I am also working (just taking a wee break after writing a long reference for someone). Didn't do my really early morning wake-up/good-night call today as I was fasting for a blood test (done that now) and was in a tea/coffee/toast free zone - yuk!! All that restored.

OK - I had reached my 90 day AF mark a few days ago - not sure whether to count days/months or not count at all. I'm more into the state of mind thing. But 3 months is a good start and my body/mind/soul/family are thankful. But ever vigilent and you guys help to make me accountable - as well as giving support - plus its great to connect/help when I can with others.

Now to the next task.....

We are sober about the same amount of time. Life just keeps getting better and better!

[TheSunFlower]

af day Tue 7 Jan

Still Monday Night here

Congrats TT on 90 days!

I am back to one day at a time. Today was my first "real" full day back at work. I got soooo much done! But, right around 3pm I started to get cranky....and wasn't sure what was going on.....Why was I having such bitchy thoughts about everything....I realized it was my brain kicking into mode of wanting a drink. It doesn't happen everyday.....but, its like a freaking timer goes off.

Anyways....things are back in full grear with life. I wish I could just hit the "like" button on so many posts

[Mick]

af day Tue 7 Jan

morning all..that is for all us northern folk! :H how are you all?we still all on the booze busting bus? excellent..... didnt do so clever last night...phone was ringing downstairs, so ran for it and slipped down the stairs....result one sorely backside one twisted leg and what feels like a pulled hamstring currently wrapped in ice!!!Worst bit was missed the phone calll and there was no caller id which makes me think it was somebody trying to cold sell..grrrrrr!

Anyway glad to report stairs and carpet are unmarked!!!

right off we go ..tea and coffee on the go

Afternoon treetops....how are you today my antipodean thread starter ...had to check that and yes it means both NZ and Oz !!..you seem to be progressing well in the af stakes, well done you keep it up..Is G still not drinking?

Morning KY...nice to see youre back ..Read your other thread, makes interesting and good reading so thank you....and yep think we definitely spend a good amount of our time trying to imitate peoples perceptions of what they want us to be, and fit in to "the recognised boxes in life"instead of being ourselves..and when you sit down and think about it why should we?This aint a rehearsal so enjoy the show while its on cos youre a long time dead!
By the way the pics in the pool came out great!!!!:H:H

Good morning once again ,,and how are you today? early days I know but hope youre doing ok

Mornin Lav you ok? small coffees for you until you say otherwise!Visiting? hmmm you never know! so if one day you see a 5ft 8 mad looking jock with light bald coloured hair comin up your drive...just hang fire with the shotgun!!

Mornin PPQP........and how are you today?nope dont go out sifting ponds on a Sunday thats a dead cert!!!

Oh yes madam your post....

PS PPQP - nope, that was not the reason, and not likley to happen for a very long time unless you are referring to my 11yo
Yup PPQP - tis great!
Aww...I miss those days too

I aint making any comments on those comments!!!!!!!!!
MEN!

Pray tell madam ..what are you trying to say????:H What are you doing today? hang on ..that doesnt look right after the previous remark!!!

Hiya Cat...welcome back from your hols glad you enjoyed it..Think I put a guide on one of these posts that stirly did..see if I can dig it out

Mornin SL...you ok ? days are going in now..well done you..how are you finding it? hit any triggers yet? if so how did you deal with them?

Morning SF..you ok? glad to see you are still making progress ..well done you


Rightho folksies off we go take care and have a great day

Apologies..got a message from Lilly E..she is doing well for herself..and sends her love and all the best for the New Year, she had a wee bit of a fall but is back on the road now

[OnceAgain]

af day Tue 7 Jan

Hello All! Freezing cold again here in the Northeast. On my first cup of coffee trying to will myself to take the pup out for a walk. Had a successful day yesterday! New job went well but it sure is hard to teach an old dog new tricks! AND - I did not drink last night. Actually other than a few cravings right when I got home I had no problem.
Mick - Ouch! That sounds like something I could do. I can not seem to just let it ring - I always race to get it. Hope you are okay and heal up quickly! Kuya - I loved your imperfect post, it resonated with me so much and I keep going back to read it. Hope everyone has a fabulous AF free day!

OA

[nurdl]

af day Tue 7 Jan

Morning Mick. Glad to hear your stairs and carpeting are just fine. I'll bet you thought it was Barbie calling, that's why you dashed like an Olympian for the phone. I do hope your backside and all recovers quickly.
The usual on the agenda today. I'll be stalking.
Laters.

[Lavande]

af day Tue 7 Jan

Good morning Abbers

TT, CONGRATS on your 90 AF days!
Very happy for you & I wish you the best!

Greetings Kuya, Hippy & SunFlower!
An afternoon snack with some protein helps beat back those afternnon blahs SF

Mick, hope you are OK!!!!!
12 years ago at this time I was recovering from a very nasty spill down the steps - I actually broke my head - it wasn't fun
When you pull into my driveway you will see a 100 pound balck & white piggy swissy. Pay her no attention though, Maxie is reallya sweetheart. You may have a little trouble getting past Stella though, especially if she's hungry :H :H

Greetings Once Again, Nurdl & all who stop by today.
I have a free morning here (believe it or not) then the grandsons arrive for an afternoon full of craziness!

Wishing everyone a great AF Tuesday!
Lav

[YoungAtHeart]

af day Tue 7 Jan

Morning, afternoon, evening all!

Congrats on reaching 90 days, TT! This is such an important mark. It's not for me to say how to count your time, but I have felt that it is good to go to counting months after the first 90 days (and you usually get a 2nd celebration a few days later, reaching 3 months!). Let us know how you decide to count your time.

Hey Kuya, it's good to see you. I'm going to check out your thread.

So where are you, Hippyman? When do we get to celebrate for you?

Best wishes on your cracked bum and your twisted leg, Mick. It sounds like a helluva spill you took there! Even though, you still are here for us with your inimitable spirit and humor! Thanks for the update on Lilly.

Sorry you lost a little ground, SF, but the important thing is being back to ODAT. We're all here rooting for your ongoing success.

Waves to SL, Cat, CanToo, and PPQP! Will check in later to see what you are up to.

Hi OnceAgain. I don't think I know you, so howdy-doo! Look forward to getting to know you on the threads.

Nurdl, we need to keep Mick's mate from finding out that he is hurting his bum waiting on calls from Barbie, right?

Lav, haven't heard about your piggy yet! I'm charmed. If I ever meet Stella, I will be sure to have some cracked corn in my pocket and remember to genuflect so as not to offend her royal heiney. Rest up for those grandones!

I just passed my 5 month anniversary, so I'm feeling rather pleased with myself this week. Three weeks smoke-free, as well... Now that I can breathe so much better, it is time to start an exercise program. Ugh..... Well my dear daughter bought me a set of zumba tapes for the middle aged, so I ought to be able to do that. I've taken my measurements (which I will not discuss), and I hope to see some inches disappear. That is as important to me, if not more so, than weight. I just want to be more healthy and fit.

Anyway, I'm just running on. Have a great AF day, all!

Hugs,
:l
YahYah

[Lavande]

af day Tue 7 Jan

CONGRATS on your 5 AF months YahYah!!

I wanted to show you a picture of my (Piggy) Swissy!

[scottish lass]

af day Tue 7 Jan

TT at three months :thumbs::and YAH :yay:at 5 months - great reading today!! Makes me feel so much stronger about achieving this time!
Mick, sorry about your attempt at skiing downstairs, glad you didn't hit your noggin!
You ask how I am doing - driving to work today I was thinking about the posts of peopel feeling fearful, and I am also a little leery - I am doing great, and don't know why! I hate to over analyse stuff, but just can't help it - wish I could just enjoy this. I am feeling wonderful, minimal cravings and I think more habit than real cravings. I am not thinking of wine nearly so much, it feels unconcious. I have a decent headache and still hard time sleeping, so I am aware of the changes that I am going thru, but it really is not a struggle. Long may it last! Maybe all my stops and starts over last two years were flexing my abstinence muscle :H
At work, like others - just my morning check in - almost poste don tomorrows thread, really happy it was Wednesday, when reality hit and back to Tuesday - did enjoy the three day work week last week!

[paulywogg]

af day Tue 7 Jan

poor mick,that happened to me a few years back,a toilet upstairs overflowed and the next day the carpet on the stairs was still damp,i slid down and landed with my left ankle twisted up to my hip,i couldnt walk right for a month ouch! slow down,i hope everyone has a good tues

[kuya]

af day Tue 7 Jan

Hi SL...... Indeed those muscles do get stronger!

One aspect you may or may not be aware of is that repeat relapses make it so much harder. There is science behind it..... It is called kindling.

Pauly.....how are you doing, still AF for 2013? Same thing for you too..... There is no way to sobriety except going through the process.

As we get to 1, 2, 3 and more months it gets easier and easier BUT you can't get there by adding weeks here and there...... No matter what one may WISH to be true.

I never want to go back to day 1 ..... The thought terrifies me, and very little frightens me TBH, but that does.

[YoungAtHeart]

af day Tue 7 Jan

Maybe it's better to have a healthy fear than to be blase' about it at this point, especially if you don't drive yourself nuts in the process. When I relapsed for a few years, I can't believe how nonchalant I was about taking that first drink. May I never be that stupid again!

[blondie]

af day Tue 7 Jan

Morning everyone

Congrats TT on 3 months and YAH on 5, plus the non-smoking time too. I laughed about your zumba for middle aged; I would have been insulted despite it being true:H

:welcome: Hi to the new faces too.

Cat your holiday sounded excellent. snow - drool

Got a respite from the heat today so might manage to get a few things done. I have absolutely no energy and this last year since quitting has been much the same. I have tried: smoothies and juicing for 2 weeks (lost 5kg/11lbs on that), upping protein, losing more weight, cutting out sugar, taking vit B (helped initially) and, latterly, a sugar frenzy. But I still feel tired every morning and don't have that energy that the alcohol took from me. Any suggestions? I'm stumped.

Mick, hope your freestyle dive down the stairs doesn't interfere with your joke-telling! And haven't we found out what you do Sundays?!

Beautiful dog, Lav. How old is she?
Hi to Hippy, Nurdl, PW, SL, Det et al. SF don't feed cranky, bitchy brain - it's insatiable and will take over, like a cuckoo in the nest:H

Have fun everyone