@Fargesia_murielae thank you so much for asking and sorry for the delay.
I am finishing day 5 really tired but with good spirits. I am taking my time to live well 24 hours. I don’t want to think in the future because I get very discouraged
7 Likes
Thank you Sassy! I haven’t actually shared this accomplishment with anyone in my “real life” as yet - just on here with the wonderful Sober Time community. So, it feels really good to see so many ppl reply and be so supportive and proud of me on here, it means a lot 
To my family friends, it’s not that big of a deal really, I don’t think; they don’t ‘get it’ so to speak. Which is fine. I am the one that has problems with alcohol and it’s my choice to be sober. I know it’s a big deal, because I feel it in my heart. I am so happy to have been sober a whole year, and I look forward to ending today sober too. You have been a wonderful inspiration and support for me along this journey. 
10 Likes
Day 21, I have set my intentions for tomorrow. I WILL meditate, use breathwork, and practice yoga. This is my priority for the next 30 days. That is the time it takes (+ or - so many days) to make something into a daily habit. One of my devotions this week has focused on habits. I learned some requirements for putting habit in place:
Healthy identity
Ask for help
Be kind to myself
Investigate
Trust the greater power
21 Likes
You should be very proud!!! A year sober is no joke and a huge accomplishment. I know sometimes family or friends don’t understand what it takes or why we do this and that can be frustrating, but it is what it is. In the end we do this for ourselves. But I agree, it does feel good to be among others who understand and have been there and have shared so much of our journey. Be proud because you are a warrior It takes so much to get to a year…heart, sweat, self love. Keep moving forward. Your journey inspires so many others. Such a blessing!!!
Together we are stronger.
8 Likes
Day 15. Had a nice rainy day indoors. Spend some time with my family today. No complaints.
19 Likes
Officially jealous!!!
1 Like
Let the cream cheese sit out for like an hour so it’s super soft, add the sugar and vanilla, mix that up well but not like super fluff, then add the 2 eggs and beat those in. Pour it into the crust, bake for 30 minutes at 350. Pop it out, let it sit for for about 30 and then into the fridge. Ready to eat in about 4 hours.
Posted in the now closed mask thread.
Day 893, great day, cleaned, put up an outside light, stayed sober… pretty much perfect day.
18 Likes
286 Days. Finished my DUI class today but I’m frustrated. I had my individual evaluation, explained that I went to detox, IOP and continued AA meetings over the past 9 months. They need a note from IOP in order to release my driver’s license. I’ve left numerous messages to get this note and no return calls. It had to be done today to get my license in 10 days. Now I’m stuck waiting another week before they’ll submit the realeae and that’s only if they get the note. Then I’ll wait another 10 days from that point. Ugh!
They also ordered me to 4 months of AA meetings which isn’t a problem just a pain in the ass to get proof and mail in every month. I have to get interlock installed on my car and get certificate to motor vehicle when they open next week.
I’m trying so hard to let go of my past but this shit is dragging on and on. I feel like it’s never ending between the money I keep putting out and my punishment. The DUI was early Sept 2019 and I won’t be free until Aug 2021 when the interlock comes off. That’s not including 3 years worth of surcharges to pay to the state and insurance.
It all got so overwhelming today and I just sat and cried. Not just because of the DUI but I have a ton of other life challenges going on at the same time. I feel like I’m not catching a small break no matter how hard I work my recovery.
30 Likes
Aw Lisa, sending you and hugs. At least you are showing up, every day, and taking responsibility, working your recovery. That takes guts and courage and I consider you one of the “bench strength” on this team, showing me how to do this.
I hope hard for brighter days ahead for you! Hang in there,
M 
4 Likes
Thank you Emm. I hope you had a happy Canada day.
2 Likes
That’s alot to deal with, you really are stronger than you know. I hope the cry helped. You’re getting er done sweetie. 
2 Likes
Thanks Donna. The cry did help. Usually I’ll hold it in thinking “I’m strong, I can handle this” then I realize, I’m human and a good cry can’t hurt.
4 Likes
It really does help to refocus and move forward.
1 Like
@Lisa07
That sounds like a lot, I can understand why u felt like crying, and hope it helped a little.
Day 12
Beautiful sunny day today, but I am stuck inside doing work. Things have got so confused and behind, partly due to the nature of online teaching, partly my being genuinely busy with other important stuff, and partly my relapse. Feeling a bit stressed and guilty, but of course, only staying sober and actually getting stuff done will fix that.
20 Likes
Checking in on day 30. Pretty busy days. Coming back home, I am happy spending healthy evenings. Hi to all!
19 Likes
Sometimes it’s good to cry. You are amazing, sending big hugs and positive thoughts your way
2 Likes
That sucks Lisa, you are working so hard. Even if it doesn’t feel like it right now, you are making amazing progress and you will come out the other side of this stronger.
5 Likes
- Coffee. It’s my weekend and I could and would sleep in but I can’t. Not sure why. I don’t feel particularly bad or anxious or anything. Just tired. The gyms reopened yesterday, with a lot of safety rules in place. Have a reservation to train this afternoon. Not allowed to shower. I sweat like a pig while exercising so will see how that goes. Otherwise not planning much today. Had some intense days at work. Feel the need to relax. Like I did right after work yesterday. Lovely communal flower garden close. It must be at about its peak right now. Have a good day all. Sober and clean. Love from Amsterdam.
@Lisa07 Sorry Lisa. Trudge along. Better times will come. They will. Keep walking the straight and narrow lady. Big hugs.
29 Likes