Thank you Beth. It makes me feel better that I’m not alone. I just get weird in those situations and my instinct is to run. Now I’ll be all paranoid when I go back. Socializing was so easy when I drank. Being sober, I don’t think I’ll ever be open to talking with strangers unless I have a friend with me to do most of the talking. lol
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I can be that friend for you. 
I can talk to anyone, anytime. Never has been a problem for me. 
Thanks @Girlinterrupted I appreciate all your support as we’re on the journey together.
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You’re exactly who I need in those situations. Thanks friend!! 
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Officially checking in at 10 mths sober. The counter says day 305 but I go by the date and my sobriety date is 9/12/19 so here I am 10 mths later! I actually forgot what day it was until a sweet friend (I’m looking at you @Lisa07) reminded me. I think it’s a sign of progress that I’m not watching the calendar and counter like a hawk anymore. I still take it just one day at a time. That’s the best way for me. And lots of Zoom meetings until this pandemic is over. Thanks to everyone who shares their strengths and struggles on here. This app is a huge part of my sobriety! 
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Lol, @crystalclear, I am not surprised at all!
You are the boss/negotiator/mama bear no one will mess with girl!
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Day 16 sober. Sorry, yesterday I forgot to check in. I am on holidays and the cell phone is forgotten more often
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This are all good things right?? I’m trying to work on my control issues. One of my character defects for sure. Always wanting to be in the lead or the boss and thinking my way is right. Sometimes it’s good to step back and let others screw up so they know how much they need you.
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Well done! Over 2 weeks now and you are sober on holidays!! That’s amazing.
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It’s a big, loving compliment! I love how you are!
Seriously, I was thinking of that (you) today and how I wished I had more of that.
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And you know what? That’s 100% OK!!! It’s who you are, embrace it, and do things that make YOU happy. I used to love going to the pool when I was drunk. I hate it now, same reasons. I’m super social when drunk, completely introverted sober. Unless I’m doing something comfortable and that I enjoy. We just need to figure out what those things are.
You weren’t feeling any of it this morning, yet you powered through. You did what you set out to do, and that’s badass 
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You’re mama vibe kicked in too; I’d be the same way!
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Now there’s a business idea… a section at the pool (or gym, or other get-away) for sober introverts!
I get it entirely. Am applauding your reaction!
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I fell off the wagon a couple of years ago, it took me TWO years to get back on. Get back on now if you can cuz it’s not gonna get any easier. Relapse is a part of many of our stories. Awesome job being accountable!
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Thank you!!
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Day 616. I’ve been having a hard time, but holding my ground. Thankful for the support I’ve been getting in the meantime.
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Day 23
Squeezed in a quick run before work. Now raining lots and actually quite chilly for July. The stray cat we have adopted is getting more and more used to us. We have even picked it up a few times without having to bribe it with food.
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Hi there. I appreciate your reply. So much. One day at a time, right?
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- Coffee. Back to work already. Tired. I’ll keep moving. One step at a time. Sober and clean. Have a good day all. Love from Amsterdam and the beautiful town of Leuven which I visited the other day.
@Becsta Perfect place to vent Bec. Glad you do it there. No need to apologise. Hope stuff gets better.
@gmeeb Thanks and yes indeed Brooke. We’re not perfect and we all make mistakes. But we need to keep moving forward one day at a time. We can’t do it alone and that’s why I’m here amongst my peers. Together we’re strong. Together we can make this work.
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