Yes in US and on Ravelry but not active. Just search for patterns there. It is sad about the fests. So many artisans and others are losing exposure and income.
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I think it’s the change of seasons too. All day yesterday I kept fantasizing about a cold one sitting on the porch. Ughh but can’t and WONT give in! Totally not worth it! 
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You are right Mno no giving in! Life if so much better sober and I know this 
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Day 15, Today is a little rough, because it is my little brother’s birthday. He would’ve been 32 today. He sadly lost his battle to not only addiction but depression. I hit my knees and prayed to God last night to help me thru today. He gave me so much peace and serinity knowing that my brother would be so proud of me today. I don’t think I ever fully greived him because I was always covering my pain. Today we celebrate him and the good memories we had. We’re making his favorite dinner tonight and I’m thankful that God is with me today and that I can live in the moment of sober mind knowing my brother would super proud! I hope everyone has a happy sober Saturday! Much love to you ALL!
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so sorry for the loss of your brother. He would be super proud of you!
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Thank you! It means a lot to hear this!
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Day 3 sober. I feel better today and more focused. I prayed and worked in a program of recovery
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I have to admit I’m very proud of myself for how far I’ve come since I started this journey. I’m even more excited to see how far I can go and what I can accomplish. I couldn’t have gotten here without everyone here, thank you guys 
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Sorry for your loss.
Hugs and strength from Sweden 
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Congratulations 
700!! So amazing
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Starting day 5 with no sleep again, blast! But I feel pretty ok. It rained hard all night and I couldn’t help listening to it and contemplating. Oh, and spending time on TS! 
The rain has stopped and we are supposed to see the sun today. I’m in the process of making buttermilk bran muffins, yummy, and will spend more time in the kitchen today, methinks. Maybe a nap?!?? It’s looking like a good Saturday.
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Sending loving energy your way. These are hard and complicated feelings. You are right, you are on the right path and he would be so proud.
Thank you! Prayers work! I need all of them I can get!
I’m going back to bed… See if I can wake up in a better mood!
As today I feel like doing something stupid.
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Thank you! Love from Sweden gave me chills! Y’all are so amazing for giving me comfort!
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Wrong place wrong time right idea. Should have been at work not in asda wanting to buy cider but for once in my life I phoned a friend from AA and just asked him to keep talking to me while I finished my shopping, still got a long day ahead so more right choices will have to be made as the day goes on but its 1-0 to me so far.
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Hello everyone! Safe and sober here, day 21. Things are moving in the right direction. Got my truck fixed, so that’s very positive. PLEASE don’t drink and drive, or text and drive. I clipped a sign on a very familiar road and it could have been SO much worse! Before -
After -
Now, I can get out again - go to meetings, exercise, camping, canoeing etc. All a big deal.
Mentally getting ready to look for employment, keep my apartment and MOST Importantly - stay sober! So remain calm, stay focused and make good decisions. Have a great day all!
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You’re doing amazing! And You’re on the right path. I’m super proud of you keep going. You got this! We can do ALL things who Christ who strengthens us! Philippians 4:13
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Gotta admit I did feel a bit smug with myself on the way home. 
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