Checking in on day 121. Loving exploring and settling into life in a new city. Took myself for the first run since fractured my foot 4 months ago, just before I stopped drinking. My mindset has shifted so much since then. So much has changed since then. I was so happy to be out running again.
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@Singtone look at all those 2s!
@mleclaire There is a special kind of pain associated with the loss of a furry one. They are family, they are your friend. They are there when you leave the house in the morning and there when you return. Itās not just that loss of family, of friend, but of an ever present presenceāon the couch, bed, floorā¦ The routine of feeding, of walking, of petting and playingā¦ all of these have been slowly baked into your life and suddenly theyāre gone.
That part of your life is gone along with your companion. Itās not just the empty food bowl, itās also that you no longer need to fill it, or clean up any stray pieces of food. The emptiness is something you feel deep inside of you because a part of your life is literally gone. Your brain keeps trying to play out the same tapeālook up, see furry friend; wake up, find furry friend wanting food or attention; come home, furry friend is waiting excitedly; and so on.
Iām so very sorry for your loss. I hope you will find something that brings you comfort through the most difficult part of this transition without Leo.
@CATMANCAM Itās so hard when dealing with food. We donāt need alcohol, we donāt need drugs, but we do have to eat. Maybe you fell down today, but tomorrow is a new day and you can reach your goals.
@anon53116147 I like the anatomy on the head. Iām a sucker for well drawn human anatomy (no dirty jokes implied).
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Checking in. Having my morning coffee, before I go for work. Hope to finish early today, so I have time to clean the house and make a cake for tomorrow. Having family over tomorrow to celebrate my sons birthday, wich was on thursday.
After the party the kids Great grandparents want to take us out for dinner. And normally I would order wine when are out eating, and they now I never say no to a glass. I have to stay strong here. And not overthink what they think when im not drinking wine, or if they say something.
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- Coffee. Weekend. Sober and clean. Cancelled spinning class as Iām still a bit sore from my ride Thursday. Going to assemble the closet I bought a couple of weeks ago. Itās slightly smaller as my packed current one so will have to throw out some clothes too. Good stuff I think. Another job Iāve been procrastinating on for a long time.
The good thing about dealing with avoidance and procrastination is I get stuff done. I keep moving forward. The bad thing (which isnāt a bad thing but well) is that you have to keep moving. One day at a time. As it is with all in recovery. Recovery is a verb, itās life long work. Itās a work of love though. Love for myself, love for those around me, love for the world. Have as good a weekend as you all can friends. Clean and sober. Love from Amsterdam and the North Sea dunes.
@Wakikki Not drinking is the new normal friend. And you tell them whatever you want when they ask about it. This is your life, your choice, your happiness. Itās your road. Enjoy your weekend sober. Indeed donāt overthink it. The truth is much easier than whatever you get into your head. Speaking from experience here.
@CATMANCAM Nothing to be ashamed of. Shame is the worst most counterproductive emotion there is. Those bulliesā¦ I donāt even know what to say. You do you. You are you. Screw 'm. Hugs and love.
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230 days
@RosaCanDo congrats on 90 days 
@Wakikki well done on your week 
So sorry @mleclaire to read about Leo, our pets are apart of our family and its gut wrenching when they leave us, take care
@CATMANCAM dont let those horrible people upset you anymore they will get their comeuppance, god i hate bullies, you are doing amazing and tackling lots of stuff all at the same timeā¦ big hug š«
Did not do camp going today for 1 night, just could not get my act together.
Rang new job they have signed off my Identity! And only now sending for dbs, so another delayā¦ so frustrating but focusing on remaining calm and trying to curb my anxietyā¦
Overall i am doing ok, if i had of been drinking i probably would have lost it and said stick job, but i am not that person anymore 
Have a great sober day all 
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Thatās an early saturday morning Claartje! Just an early bird ore do you have to work today?
I hope this helps a bit.
Itās sad to loose a friend, take care Emilie. You gave him the rest he deserves. He wil be forever in your heart.
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Morning all
Just enjoying a coffee in peace before I get my lazy arse moving. Staying with my sister and her family and my husband and daughter near the beach tonight and tomorrow. Theyāll all be drinking (the adults, not the kids!) but know I wont be. Will probably get a few non alcoholic beers in, focus on enjoying catching up and hopefully get up early for a run along the estuary tomorrow.
Hope everyone has nice weekend plans 
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I am an early bird 
I like to take a long walk in the morning with my dog. itās always so quiet and peaceful 
. Now im up to buy some new shoes , i hate shoppingā¦
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I love to buy shoes So I have to many and Iām not allowed to by more. I hope you found boots you like! Iām a early bird as well since I quit drinking. Out of bed between 6 and 6.30 most of the time. But today it was 8.15. Came home yesterday after a few days hotel in Amersfoort. Planning a few days with my hubby as well. Want to walk a few days in nature and our kids do not like that kind of long walks but are old enough to stay home.
Today we are going to paint again in our oldest sonās new appartment. I rather go shopping 
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Wishing you all a great sober Saturday for the UK. The summer is trying to start here so Iām off for a long bike ride. Have a good one 
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@CATMANCAM thank you for sharing that. Meetings are great but end after an hour-ish. This forum has been amazing and here 24_7, filled with so much support and inspiration! Have a great day! 
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Checking in Saturday morning. Sober 
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Up way too early on this Saturday! Iāll need a nap later for sure. Looking forward to the day. Much love, amigos! 
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Another campfire coffee brewing. A year ago, I was sleeping in my truck. As an invited guest to Ms. Monkeyās camping trip, there was no room in her camper filled with her friends. There is only one reason I am up making a fire and coffee this earlyā¦sobriety.
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I feel established now.
thanks man! :-*
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Iād add love to that Scott. Enjoy your coffee. And your day. And your life. All of it. Sober yes.
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whoās this sleazeball. the blond lady is about to leave haha
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Iām gonna leave it at that. otherwise youāll drop more memes you know will piss me off. and half the community. 
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