Day 268
It was a chill day yesterday at my friend’s house. We got the kids together and watched a couple of movies. He was drinking, but it didn’t trigger me.
I did laundry today and cleaned the apartment. Staying busy. Back to the grind tomorrow.
Yall have a great day!
I have followed your journey, Dana, and admire you. Some people have more to overcome, it seems. And those victories are amazing to see. I am your generic “suck it up, what the hell do you have to be drunk about?” type. But still doing this ODAAT like we all are. 
Thank you.
She looks beautiful. But she does look like a porcelain doll 
and I don’t think they give that kind of head attire out at the hospital. Mommy is already having her way with her 
I figured that was a designer head warmer. The generic hospital caps pale in comparison!
Omg girl 
my deepest condolences to you and your family right now. And then to top it all off u had covid I wish I had some magic words to comfort u right now. I am sending u virtual hugs 🫂
After months of sobriety, sometimes I feel loneliness and emptiness. It doesn’t help that I work remotely. There is no one else to talk to, and I don’t trust anyone. Same shit different day, same routine. I am still sober tho.
Doing this for myself, my wife, and my 2 kids.
There are a couple of things that I did drunk that I’ve never shared with anyone, and I am not going to. Those days still haunt me. If I ever relapse, it might be my last.
All I know is that every day is a second chance for me. It’s gonna take time to recover. Gotta be patient. Shit doesn’t change over night.
Take care
My grandson is that way. He can’t read body language or little nuances as people talk. At times he doesn’t understand a joke or he reacts inappropriately. He has APD, auditory processing disorder. I have worked with him for a long time by researching it and giving him tips on how to interact with others. I taught him that his self worth is just as valuable as anyone else’s. I’m not saying that you have it as well but you sound much like him. You, my dear, are just as valid as any of us. Hold your head up. You matter.
I have shared some very dark, as least to me, things here. In fact I have talked about certain things that I never could before. This is a safe place. Like Dana said, we are only as sick as our secrets. The nice thing about here is even though we bare our souls to each other we still have that protection layer of internet anonymity. So don’t be afraid. I doubt there is much you could say that would shock us. After all, we came from the same pits of hell.
From one old woman to another, I’m glad you are here.
One last thing. Keep reading. Get a feeling for people. If someone clicks with you, this app has a great messaging system. If you aren’t comfortable yet being open in posts I’m sure you could find the right person to talk to one on one.
Keep coming back. We want you here 
Omg sending you love and strength. Thats a blessing you were able to be there with him! And i think sobriety is an awesome way to make a tribute
Hey all not much to report. I can barely stay awake. I had some Sleepy Time tea and it is seriously working. I’ll probably be awake at 4am, but I can’t stay up anymore. Have a great sober day everybody!
Checking in sober on day 395. I am traveling for work and just found out that my wife caught covid. Man what the hell. Glad to be sober tonight. Have a good 24.
Man. This COVID world sucks. I’m sorry to hear that.
Awwww so cute! Yes I normally post in the evening. It’s 7:15 pm here. Thank you for checking in on me❤️ I had a great day! Sun was shining, worked until 2 and then had the afternoon off to do some gardening. My daughter is working tonight so I have some time to myself. Just sitting down to relax. I’m about to read all the posts from today. Hope you are all well🤗.
I’m so sorry for your loss❤️
Hi Miranda, I’m happy to read you had a nice day. I did as well, wish it was a little more productive at work though. Since I got sober, I bought a few more house plants, and because my front windows face north, I found some clip on plant lights on Amazon. They work real well. I hope you enjoy your evening. 
Day 131 of no self harm
Sorry to not update after such a jarring post Saturday. I’m finished weaning off my old antidepressant but now that I started the new one yesterday I am either having horrible withdrawals or horrible side effects. Not sure which.
I have never felt so sick in my life. Dizzy, hot flashes, cold sweats, etc. I think it’s probably withdrawals. My doctor said to give it 6 weeks but I’m working on top of this and doing school. I have to finish a week of school tomorrow. I’ve been so busy I forgot about it.
I hope this goes away much sooner than 6 weeks
I’m really sorry for the loss of your Dad. I’m glad you were able to be with him.
I hope your feeling better with Covid. Seems everyone is getting it again today.
I’m sorry you’re going through all that, Im hoping you feel better real soon. 
Thank you, so am I
Noooo, don’t say that, I just passed 30 and that felt like a year!
Congratulations on 90!!
