Checking in daily to maintain focus #34

[Desire2ChangeToday]

Thank you @RosaCanDo and @Clarity , I truly appreciate it.

[MaggieDoe]

Sounds like an amazing day full of positive things! Awesome. In the words of my spirit animal… Just keep swimming!

[MaggieDoe]

I’m at Day 10 too! Congrats! I know for myself it has been both exhilarating and sucky but we’ve got this!

[Complicatedmama]

1373. Do any of the parents here have any advice on toddlers waking up in the middle of the night to play and get into things they’re not supposed to. My kids never did anything like that but my nieces are super sneaky and get up in the middle of the night getting into things and playing. I’ve been able to catch them a couple times but one night I didn’t hear them and they dumped the cat litter all over the cats room ! I’ve made it a point to wake up and make sure they’re sleeping ever since that happened. Oh and they scream at the top of their lungs too a very high pitched scream that makes my ears ring . LOL…I’m not complaining just asking for some advice. Anywho, I am making it a point to check in here everyday for my own sanity. It get so busy and I find myself wondering where time has gone. We’re still in quarantine until the 23rd. I really think the kids being home has thrown them off schedule and we’ll have to adjust all over again. Thanks for listening to my rant this Tt is tired ! Have a blessed day all!

[MaggieDoe]

I’m officially at Day 10. This journey so far has been both easier and harder than I expected. I miss the feeling of fitting in, but am hopeful that I’ll find new ways to connect. I had my neurology consult yesterday and my brain scan is Monday. My Dr wants to put me on Effexor for migraines and depression, but a side effect is weight gain. I’m in the military and gained 30lbs last year due to my drinking. I can’t gain more so I’m torn on the medication. Additionally, I was really expecting to stop drinking and just see my weight come off, lol not happening. I need to find some motivation to get more active. These are the rambling thoughts of 10 days sober. Thank you all for the support. I’m so happy I found this group.

[Desire2ChangeToday]

Thank you for your prayers Liv

[Nordique]

I’m so sorry to hear this, I will keep you and your family in my thoughts

[Desire2ChangeToday]

Thank you Nordique

[anon27760155]

342…

You know I’m fucking thankful for this place…
I reminded why I’m here and I’m thankful for all the friends who are here and care xxx

When your sent amercian sweets from your sobriety sister. I just cried!!
Ive had a couple of off days but this! Reminds me where my recovery has took me…

Can’t wait to hug you @Ravikamor not long for giggles and more and the best part all fucking sober!!!

[Englishd]

There are door knob covers that you can use that would prevent them from actually turning the knob to open the door. Also, my kids need a lot of exercise during the day to sleep at all.

When all else fails, kids melatonin gummies.

[Ravikamor]

Sweets for the sweets!!! Pure unadulterated Badass American sugar!!!

[Complicatedmama]

@liv_m @Englishd They’ve had massive changes in the last month. But most recently one came down with COVID, thankfully it has had no affects on her but a runny nose but being home 24/7 is hard. They can’t go back to daycare until the 23rd. I have childproofed the house but let me tell you they’re so smart and can break into just about anything . I keep them on schedule because I do feel that is important we went for a walk yesterday but we have to steer clear of parks and stuff until the 23rd when quarantine ends. I’ve locked up everything at this point but they always seem to find something new.

[Englishd]

Roll with the melatonin then. The have them in the baby section at most pharmacies.

[MolotovMoxie]

That’s so awesome!!

I want to send people stuff, I love sending stuff!! LOL Who needs stuff?!

[Its_me_Stella]

We all come into recovery with a past, what is important now is what you do from today forward. There is no sense living in a place you can not change… do better today that is all you can do. Shame is not your friend, be proud that you are turning your life around. You are strong and you are brave. Just take it one day at a time.
Sending prayers to you.

[Its_me_Stella]

Wooooohoooooo
Double Digits!!!

[Dazercat]

Ahh…. shit, Shay.
I will definitely be praying for your mom and you during this difficult time.
I’m so sorry. Thanks for sharing.

[Desire2ChangeToday]

Thank you, Eric

[Its_me_Stella]

Omg Shay, sending you so much love.

#fuckcancer

[Mno]

So sorry to hear that Shay. In my thoughts. Love.