Awww thanks lady, and right back at you! You’ve been such a significant part of my journey 
I can’t wait to see how it goes at work. Well done!!
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Thanks Lisa! 
I have no clue what they were thinking (or weren’t thinking) - i was honestly surprised. It seems like it would take effort to be that inconsiderate, but i’m probably reading too much into their actions or taking them personally. Still…
On a positive note though, if both you and i have siblings so daft, just maybe we’re distant relatives! 
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Day 216~ I’m stressed beyond my liking. It’s just one thing after a frigan another lately. 
I feel a bit like a Debbie Downer today having negative thoughts. Temptation has been all around… maybe it’s the change of seasons or life stresses I dunno 
but I do know those are just excuses. I will not break. I fought to fucking hard and long and I’m not being derailed. I love how sobriety has given me that power to face my temptations face on and say NOPE not happening buddy! Beat it!
There ain’t no magic wand folks. This sober shit is hard work. You’ve got to dig deep and keep fighting for your life. We can never allow anyone or thing to stop that. Keep trying! I am. 
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Ohh assembling furniture. Does that mean you’ve moved house now?
Aw fingers crossed that you can move soon. We’ve just been given another lockdown. Had arranged a big socially distanced event this Saturday but had to cancel it again. I guess I’ll give up on trying to do my job till next year lol. Well done on 150 days that’s incredible. I’m almost at triple figures now for the first time 
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No curfew yet but looks likely. I’m in bham, we have a local lockdown but it doesn’t make logical sense. I can’t hang out with anyone in private but you can if you’re in a pub or restaurant.
I find the longer I go without getting high, the more I want it, probably cos I was a binge user… however deep inside I want to kick the habit more this time around, so I’ve found it easier in that respect.
You’re right, can’t get complacent with it though or you’ll forget why you gave up, and before you know it you’ll have a bag in your hand.
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Unless you cooking from scratch, giving up sugar is in everything, everything. Massive kudos to you. Best I’m going for is reduced sugar intake.
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My heart goes out to you Kevin, deeply sorry for what your parents are going through. Wishing you comfort and strength in this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Keep heart, stay sober.
Blessings and sobriety!
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Emotions suck lately but you and I have worked hard at building our tool boxes. We’re kicking this addiction’s ass! Too many years taken from us, this is our chance to reclaim our lives. 
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61.95 Days
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It will pass Lisa. You know that.
I think the year is a big thing even though we don’t consciously realise it.
I’ve got every faith in you girl 
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I’m here, I’m alive and I’m sober.
Day 18.
Looks like it’s going to be a beautiful day today, sun is shining, I’ve got a paper to write and beetroots to take care of. Found some interesting recipes I’m going to try.
Still having sleep issues, again. And finding myself in some half awake state 24/7. But I’m sure it’ll be better with time.
Did something I probably shouldn’t have yesterday. Flirting with my French friend again. It was nice,and I’ll probably go to hell for it (If I in some miraculous way get away with all the other shit I’ve done in the past )
It was his birthday so I was just extra friendly, right?
My entire kitchen smells like onion from cutting and slicing all the onions yesterday, my kitchen cooler (refrigerator) too, I can’t stand it. So I need to find a way to make it stop.
Husband is supposed to be home tomorrow, and my friend (You know the one who’s currently doing drugs, let’s call him D from now, that’ll be easier) is supposed to come by and stay the weekend. He hasn’t for months and all the other times he’s been here we’d end up drinking. Except for that one time before he started drugs again and came for a Fika. I’m nervous.
Wishing y’all an amazing day 
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Thanks Geoff. You’re right, it has to be a subconscious thing.
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I had a good cry tonight @Dragonflygirl82. It felt good to get it out. What a feeling of relief.
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So much for a lie in while working from home today, awake at 6am
Suppose I could try and go back to sleep but might feel more tired if I did!
Slightly anxious which is ‘normal’ for me.
But as long as I don’t lift a drink to alleviate it I’ll be okay
Have a great day everyone or night or whatever 
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It’s so true about non sober friends not giving a hoot about our progress. I hit 100 days yesterday which is massive for me, always being the friend who did stupid things and talked rubbish, always drinking more than everyone else and falling asleep all over the place. So I sent a screenshot of my 100 day counter to my bf and eventually got back a pathetic thumbs up. I’ll stick to TS in future 
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Hmm my friends who understand how important it is that I go sober, they do care. Anyone who knows the destruction addictions cause should appreciate your progress. Albeit when it comes to party time they get disappointed that I’m decidedly less fun these days.
Well done on 100 days that’s massive, not an easy feat
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- Coffee. My 4 day weekend just started. Thinking how to spend this mini vacation. I’ll be watching the Tour de France’s last mountain stage with my bestie later today. Will be riding my own bike a couple of times. And I have some good white paint left from the kitchen job. My bathroom could use some fresh paint. So that’s a deal. OK. Got a plan. Sober and clean. Have a good day all. Love from Amsterdam.
PS. The pic is from 20 years ago, when I cycled one of the cols that the Tour will pass over today. I think it’s the Aravis but not 100% sure.
@PinkyP Huge belated congrats on reaching triple digits! Awesome!
@anon86726034 Man that’s tough stuff. I’m glad you’re sober and clean now friend. You got the tools to handle all this I’m sure. Strength to you and your whole family.
@M-be-free49 You might need and deserve a reward. Drinking just isn’t one. Hugs.
@everybody Hang in there folks. It’s worth it.
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