Tuesday May 8th.

[Popeye]

Good day everyone.
I'm feeling better today. It's 38 days since my last drink and I feel fine. No cravings to speak of, just a sort of lethargy that's been hanging around for a couple of days. Still, I'd rather be lethargic than drunk.
Have a good Tuesday.

[Paddy]

Tuesday May 8th.

Good day, Paul

Good to read you. I'm back into cravings. Still having no success with total AF. Did have a successful 4 days off early May, but that was it. I'm trying ...

Otherwise, I'm in a good mood. I'm moderating, so no excesses, except on Saturday where I did have one bottle of wine. But that was a slip, ...

Well, have a good week all of you.

Paddywhack

[ScoobyDoo]

Tuesday May 8th.

Popeye, good to hear how well you are traveling!

Paddy, is it the psychological aspect of abstaining or is it the physical cravings that make you want to reach for the bottle? I'm curious also from a Topa aspect. 4 days is great Paddy! If you can do that each week, you'd be firing! I have found what is working for me is not drinking during the week, and limiting to weekends, attainable.

I still haven't been through a weekend of ABs. When I do, I'll be shouting from the rooftops! I'm waiting for the Topa to arrive so hopefully that'll help things alog for me.

Scooby

[lucky 2.0]

Tuesday May 8th.

It is not even midnight on Moday and I am already behind the 8 ball. The world just needs to slow down. I will have a little talk with the gods.

xo

[Bella]

Tuesday May 8th.

Has it really been 38 days Popeye? How time flies! Well done you! Keep up the good work. Bella xxx

[Paddy]

Tuesday May 8th.

Scooby

The funny part is, I don't know what it is ... I sort of wonder whether the Topa effect actually can wear off after a while, albeit just a little? I don't relapse like in the olden days, but I do crave the stuff a bit. Particularly when I'm stressed.

I talked to my traditional Viet doctor yesterday. So I might try acupuncture or something ... They use that around here to stimulate the brains to release anti-craving endorphins, or whatever you call that ..

Let's see how that works. But in any case, the Topa still works fine for me, but I still deal with the issue ...

[dilayne]

Tuesday May 8th.

Mornin' everyone,
Day 8 AF for me. I just posted this on Monday by mistake, so reposting here...
Lucky, Excuses besides, if I can go back to freelancing and doing my art at home, I'm much more able to maintain a more holistic lifestyle (including eating whole foods) for some reason..I guess because I'm more in line with where I (my soul) wants to be...so we shall see. I'm in the midst of a huge decision to quit my job to do just that, but it is very scary, and I don't know if I'm ready for it or not. It means trusting my husband to support us 'in the meantime'...and I'm not great on trusting. I think I got my avatar on a clipart site I use in my graphic design. Thanks..I like it too. I tried several before finding this one and it feels just right for me. :0)

Have a lovely day everyone.
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[pansy]

Tuesday May 8th.

Hey - congrats to everyone!

Popeye - 38 days is awesome! Looks like most of us are plugging away. I didn't read any negative self-talk from anyone so that is good!! I am on Day 3 consecutive ... that consecutive thing is what I am going for now.

Paddy, please let us know how the accupuncture works. Di - I am sure you will make the right decision. Scooby, Bella - hope things going well. Ducky, thank you so much for talking to the gods. I need about 4 more hours in the day please. Thank you for getting this done for me.

Okay - off to work! Hugs to all and a wonderful AF day to all who come after!

Pansy

[Breez]

Tuesday May 8th.

Morning All~

Great job Pop! Keep plugging along-you're doing great!

Off to do many, many errands......so very short on time this a.m.

AF wishes to all!

[southernbelle47]

Tuesday May 8th.

Good morning all.
Not much to say here just reading your words....
Working on "Being still" myself......

Love you all.
:h

[MonaCat]

Tuesday May 8th.

Popeye, you are doing so well, and don't you think the 38 days flew by?

Lady Di, I hear what you are saying about being home, and lining up your spirit and mind in your own place. I am blessed to be able to work from home. Somedays, I never get out of my PJ's, but sure get a lot of work done in comfort. Nice to hear you are AF again.

Lucky, you are sounding stress girlfriend.

Hugs to the rest of you and have a great day.

Monakitty

[dilayne]

Tuesday May 8th.

just emailed my resignation letter to my boss.......
EXHALING......

hi Mona'kitty' :0P

[Accountable for Me]

Tuesday May 8th.

Well done to all of you for your accomplishments with AF!

Di, it must be a huge relief to send off your resignation letter. It is all onwards and upwards now!

Went out last night and bought a box of Nicorette. I have two smokes left and will plunge into the attempt of becoming smoke free now. Eeesh. Kind of like the quitting drinking. The hardest part is taking the first step. I really need to do this about as much as I needed to quit drinking.

Wishing you all a very happy Tuesday. It is a beautiful day here so my little one and I are going to go and take advantage of it this afternoon.

[Paddy]

Tuesday May 8th.

Congrats, Accountable! Good on you.

Dilayne - good riddance AMEN! Now, instead of a drink, treat yourself to a good piece of ... cheese cake or something (I know ... the sugar and cravings, hell yes, but you gotta treat yourself to something non-alcoholic!)

[Paddy]

Tuesday May 8th.

OI! I GOTTA TWO IN MY GALLERY! CLICK ON IT; HA HA HA