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    Happy New Years Ladies! Did I say how grateful I am to have you in my life? As NS said to me earlier, this is the last year that we drank AL. 2013. Bye, bye! Hello, 2014. ODAT.

    Pav, what a thorough reflection on your last 30 days. You've learned so much. You've learned to live without AL, that it's not only possible, but so satisfying. You've learned what this process encompasses and know that recovery is not just a fleeting "I quit" moment, but a journey. And best of all, you have grasped the attitude of gratitude. You said it, sista Loamer! Proud of you, and so glad to continue on this journey with you.

    Narilly, I want some of that Pavati Italian dessert! Loved that one!!!!!

    NS, focusing on sobriety is, for me, priority. I won't give this one up, ever. The perfectionist thing...so me. I know the 20 ton shield, for me, has been such a detriment to me and my life. I'm glad now that i can actually recognize this with a clear head. I think the more sober time I have, this will make a huge difference in my acceptance of myself and all of my flaws. I was reading momastery last night as well. She said that all of her flaws and characteristics that she used to hide behind the bottle are actually what she treasures most today. Wow. I can identify with most of the perfection characteristics, especially in this order:

    *being preoccupied with fears of failure and disapproval (big one)
    *Overly defensive when criticized (especially after a write up from an observation - what do you mean that wasn't the most perfect lesson you've ever laid your eyes on!)
    *Becoming depressed when faced with failure or disappointment

    Thanks for all of that!!!!

    R4L, first of all, my prayers coming your way. I'm so sorry for your loss. I know how I'll be devastated when I lose my Leo. And sending prayers for your son and his situation. MWO has become a part of my daily prayers. You are in them, dear. And I need your help with the exercise routine! I need to keep myself accountable to ensure I'm working off my anxiety and stress. What a great goal and for a great cause. So glad you're here with us.

    SL, I noticed that as well, with the new habits forming. It certainly doesn't happen in a blink of an eye, as habits take awhile to form. But I've become more comfortable and it's more natural to not drink while sitting on my a** on my computer or at home.

    To all sister Loamers, have a wonderful New Years!
    Sometimes what you're most afraid of doing is the very thing that will set you free.

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      SL i am the same as you, no al in the house, well no wine though the boys have beer etc but i was never a beer drinker oh unless there was no wine then i was an anything drinker. Did you put that shower curtain up after all? Your child is a bright, i would not have thought of opening it either.

      Ah Pav my fellow lunatic poster, what can i say, I am sooooooooooo proud of you on your 30 days, not speechless though lol. I am speechless though how you wrote everything on how i feel also in this journey but i did love the one about "oh i drank Monday, may as well drink all week and give up next Monday" which obviously never happened. How many Mondays have we had now sober and all the days that end in a Y that we have been sober. Big hugs and a bunch of flowers from me to you on your 30 days. Your posts and wisdom have helped me enormously along our journey on sobriety and i thank you for that. There is no way now we could ever put DAY 1 on our post. I would have to kill you!

      Like you Dot i am looking forward to 2014 but we never know what life will throw at us and we just have to deal with it but i so hate stress. I am grateful in 2013 that my son came home and got off crack, my daughter was married and is happy and i became AF and I did not lose a loved one. Life is going to be great this year.

      Well that wasnt such a long post. Take care everyone and Happy New Year to all of you and may it be sober and happy. I love you all and thank you for your love and support and most of all for listening to me when i needed it. Oh i still do believe me! xxx

      Ps hello LB, lovely to have you here. Hope your 2014 is way better than 2013.
      AF free 1st December 2013 - 1st December 2022 - 9 years of freedom

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        little beagle;1605941 wrote: I hope you don't mind if I join in.
        Happy New Year all.
        LB! So good to see you here :l. I'm staying in tonight. What are your plans?

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          Cross posted --
          Little Beagle, join in Sister! We are here to stay!

          Ava, I think Pat may have jet lag for a week after a 14 hour trip. Respect for myself/yourself. Yes, isn't that the truth! Your children are lovely!

          Dottie, those two major blessings. I have 10 years to go, but I think these 10 will be the best ever. Just a hunch!
          Sometimes what you're most afraid of doing is the very thing that will set you free.

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            Hi Girls,
            Ava yes we woke up alive but a lot of dead ants on the floor
            I'm going to spend the day making a plan of what I want to achieve this year and cleaning, getting some good food in the place etc. Still so tired..
            Back later!
            x

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              Happy New Years Beautiful Ladies!

              Welcome lil' Beagle. We are a great bunch here. I love your picture by the way. I am a big dog lover for sure.

              Glad you are ok Patrice. Making a plan sounds good. I am going to do that too!
              J-Vo, I can't keep up to you! Cross posting sista!
              Ava, way to go with your kids, those fireworks sound crazy. I'm not a big fireworks person myself, yup I would have rather had a drink than watch them for sure!
              Pav- thank you for giving us so much to think about. Good stuff for sure. I read it all. You definitely have a way with words.
              Humble- have a great New Year!
              SL- good you are staying in. That is the best thing to do. This year we are going to a party but I am going to bring my 'margarita' looking drink and people don't question. They just think "wow, she is having fun" I have no problem talking and acting goofy without alcohol. I am a bit of a spaz normally.
              Can you imagine when I drink?...I am hilarious after the first drink, then I start getting hammered, then I am annoying...then I black out and then I am passed out. Gross! And that all happens pretty quickly. I HATE that!!

              Anyway, cake is in the oven. It is going to be Awesome! I can smell it now. I am really looking forward to waking up tomorrow feeling good, going for a walk and having breakfast. YES!!

              Have a SOBER New Year's Eve Beautiful Ladies!!

              Hugs,
              Narilly

              "Nothing in this World Can take the place of Persistence"
              "You can have the life you want OR you can Drink"

              AF April 12, 2014

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                HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
                Dottie

                Newbie's Nest

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                AF 9.1.2013

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                  Happy New Year Dottie! It's our time, now in Eastern USA!
                  Sometimes what you're most afraid of doing is the very thing that will set you free.

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                    WooHoo J-vo WE DID IT!!!!!!!!!!!
                    Dottie

                    Newbie's Nest

                    Tool Box
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                    AF 9.1.2013

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                      MAE LOAM,
                      Oh man, I've been busy all day, haven't had a chance to catch up. Everyone's fine I'm sure. Will try to read and respond later--I can see there's a ton of great topics brought up.

                      We went out to dinner and even though we sat in the bar area because there was no wait time there, I didn't want a drink. I don't want one now. I'm quite sure I won't want one anytime soon.

                      Happy New Year a bit early for me, on time for some, and late for others. xo
                      Every AF day is a milestone.

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                        FINALLY happy new year fellow LOAMers. You guys are so behind with the times!. Glad it was safe and af for you all. x
                        AF free 1st December 2013 - 1st December 2022 - 9 years of freedom

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                          Yes, we did Dottie Belle!!!
                          Sometimes what you're most afraid of doing is the very thing that will set you free.

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                            Still 2 more hours to go - drinking sparkling grape juice and feeling really good about the year ahead! LOAM - let's rock 2014! I am really feeling it....
                            “The only courage you will ever need is the courage to live the life you want"

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                              Happy New Year, missionary ladies!

                              Hope you had a wonderful time ringing in the new year
                              Okay, WHO put a stop payment on my reality check?

                              Winning since October 24th, 2013

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                                available;1606050 wrote: You guys are so behind with the times!
                                Typical Aussie one-upwomanship:H:H:H.

                                Hope that 2014 will be your best year yet, Loamers!
                                14 October 2013 was the first day of the best days of my life!

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