Checking in. 431
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Ofttttt 
my dad was very high up in the Australian army, it really damaged him as a human as he went to war in the Korean war… Its life changing decision going into defense force. What about if you did some research on some life coaches that you could have a few sessions with to talk about everything? There are many options for you to talk through your wants , needs, and life goals with before you commit to something as serious as defense force ? Change is as good as a holiday they say but you want to be able to choose your choice… In defense for you don’t have much choice once your in your in yes? I don’t know much about details , I could be wrong but I seen my dad have PTSD from till 85yrs old. Everyone’s different though !! 
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Definitly got an appointment with a Us Army recruiter this monday im going to get all the insight i need and then based on my own reaearch and other factors ill make a decision it is a no looking back life decision
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this is also the mother, son tattoo me and my mom are getting. This is something we always did when I was lil. I remember my mom yelling when I was little, getting really angry In certain situations, slapping me. But I also remember her giving me everything she could, the best Christmases, new bikes every year, dirtbike, snowmobiles. She spoiled me. I think she did the. Best she could, and even tho I had alot of blame towards her in the beginning. I definitely see if wasn’t her. And we both deserve this tattoo because we are both growing again.
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Cool looks awesome.
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Good luck to you brother.
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Day 126. Max got a haircut and we went to the newly reopened dog park. There was a really aggressive dog there, and it’s owner wasn’t keeping a very good eye on what was happening, so Max and I went over to the completely empty small dog part of the park for a little bit and then went home. It’s supposed to be cooler and rainy tomorrow, so we will stay home and I’ll bake and do laundry.
@cwak, congratulations on 70 days! You’re doing so well!
@Truckinmonster21 it sounds like you have a lot of things to consider as you move forward. I think it’s a great idea to gather as much information as possible before making any decisions.
@RosaCanDo, did you see any eagles today?
Hey, @Briella, are you still around here? You and I started on here within a couple of days of each other, and I often wonder how you are. Maybe I haven’t been reading the thread carefully enough. Anyway, I hope you’re well.
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I knew some smart alec(Paul) is going to notice that. I’ll be +3 years sober you!
Blessings and sobriety!
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- Simple is good. I’m indescribably grateful for boring and simple. Still feel like I’m low on energy but I know that will return soon enough. Nature told me to take it easy, so I did. I spent a lot of time with my son. Shopping, lunch, sledding, and videogames. I’d better soak it up while he still likes me.
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Sounds like an amazing day. Good job man
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Thanks Mike! I think it’s righteous that your mom is getting that tattoo with you. That’s good medicine.
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Almost went to bed without checking in! Day 64 
Happy Saturday, everyone.
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Another milestone surrounded by a lot of anxiety and stress. I don’t know why life decides to throw curve balls around these days meant for sober celebration. I rarely have any urges anymore and out of nowhere I get 2 bad ones within days to the point that I was shaking and had to pick up the phone instead of picking up that drink or drug. I’m much better now after sharing at my AA meeting and going out with the ladies afterwards. This is definitely a “we” program because there’s no way I could do this alone. If it weren’t for this forum and AA, I’d probably be dead by now. Thank you all for showing up and sharing your experience, strength and hope.
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Checking in still Sobah.
Seriously?? y’all got to quit changing your names and avatars. This old fuck is having trouble keeping up.
Pick one and stick with it !!
It’s too confusing 
@CapriciousCapricorn
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Wow, Lisa, 500 days. Congratulations and have fun tonight 
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Congratulations Lisa!! 
500!! That’s truly amazing. You are an inspiration and I’m so happy to call you my friend.
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Day 215.
I had already been thinking about my post tonight, and then @Lisa07 posted her check-in. (Lisa - super huge congrats. More on that later!)
Lisa, @Dan531, @Mno and anyone else with over a year who posts about having cravings? Thank you.
And @anon84416494 and others who post about being sober for quite a stretch and then going back out? Whether for a day or a year? Thank you.
These stories don’t deflate me. They make me stronger. If you didn’t tell them, then when I cross the 9 month mark, 1 year mark, 5 year mark, or any day… If none of you shared that you had to bite down hard and get through an urge to drink, had to go into the bottom drawer of the toolbox… well, I might be inclined to think I was alone, or failing, or worse - that my cravings were a beckon from the “normies” to come give “team moderation” another try.
Your stories strengthen me, make me not feel like a failure when an urge pops outta nowhere, and show me we have to stay on the lookout. I’m super grateful to you for sharing these stories and you get nothing but admiration from me. 
Now, Lisa - I am going to do some serious happy dancing over here for you and your 500! (The blinds are closed. Fear not.) Thank you for you! 
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Congrats on 500 Lisa. And good job on pulling through reaching out and kicking ass. Much love
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