Day 772 clean and sober. It’s my Friday and I’m soooooo ready for my weekend. I hope everyone has a fantastic day today, love you guys!!! 
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I can relate. My husband isn’t capable of giving me the kind of support that I need either. We are completely different in every way. But, 22 years ago I chose him. I know him and understand his limitations. It makes me sad sometimes but I have to look for the qualities that drew me to him in the first place. He was safe! I still need safety. My point is, that we have to manage and cope without them. Get support from this group, meetings and a trusted friend. It doesn’t help that both of our spouses are still drinking. I’m glad your cat is doing ok.
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Congratulations!
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Hey all, checking in on day 770. I hope everybody has a good one!
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Day 15! I commit to my promise to myself and my family that I will not drink today! I’m greatful for all that I have.
I’m avoiding people and places right now. I’m actually enjoying quite family time at home. I know at some point I need to get out and practice being sober with family and friends. I need to practice being around certain people and control my thoughts, feelings without a drink.
I have a good friend who is also a heavy drinker who I’ve been struggling to be around for quite awhile now. She dominate the conversation and cuts me off and doesn’t let me talk. She constantly screams and fights with her husband and son. It’s so uncomfortable! I can’t believe I tolerated this behavior for 5 years! I think because my husband and I hungout and DRANK with them, we tolerated this behavior. But, I have been practicing cutting back/ moderating and took some breaks with drinking on and off for years now and it has been getting harder and harder to be around her. She has done a lot for me and my son, I feel like I owe her some loyalty. She has openly told me she does not want my unsolicited advice or opinions about her kids or her drinking. So, I have been withdrawing and cutting back spending time with her. I’m sad that this friendship might have to end.
I’m greatful for this community! Thank you for listening. Hope everyone has a great sober day!
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Thank you @Butterflymoonwoman
Thank you Eric!!
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Hey peeps, happy Sunday today I get to spend it with my son in our pj’s it’s the little things that really mean the most to me, my heads still trying to convince me that using is a good idea BC I can just start on a more convenient time ha ha ha yeah right I say to that I’m staying put in my pj’s with my son have a gratful day. X
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This is my fave thing about sober days too. It’s like finally getting going riding the bicycle, balancing, flowing, instead of staying stuck in the driveway in fear.
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Emm! I’m happy to see you. I missed you. Welcome back 
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Hi guys just checking in and saying hi. 54 days today, and feeling pretty content, little bit sadness in there but over all optimistic, so that’s good much love
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Hey everyone just checking in hope everyone had a good weekend still sober and plugging away at this thing we call life feeling optimistic and happy everything is lining up definitely have obstacles in front of me but I feel confident that I got this nothing but love hope you all have a good day!!!
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Morning Check in
Day 160
Definitly a long night last night with my boy. He slept well but needed alot of medical attention with his vent and trach. Honestly… without having awake overnight homecare for him last night and already feeling so drained from work yesterday and having to stay awake to watch him, I was burnt out and frustrated and feeling worn down when I found out his LPN wasnt coming in… and everyone who commented on my thread really brought some reassurance and joy and kindness back to my life. I needed that more than u all know honestly. It’s weird talking about my son when I haven’t mentioned him at all since I’ve been on TS but his condition was just very painful for me. He is my joy and light everyday 
Anyway, I am tired today but I have things to do still. Gonna grab a coffee and start my day.
Hope everyone has an addiction free day!
Hugs!
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Checking in today. Feeling pretty solid. Thanks guys!
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Nice to see those days adding up Mike! 
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Hey guys. Just checking in day 58. Feeling tired today.
Have a nice day guys. Peace.
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297 days
Wow time flies !!
Seeing old posts I writ early on my journey, I am feeling rather proud of myself, and I’m proud of all of us, im gratefull for the amount of support from you all here that has been a mega part of helping me stay sober.
I have had a really busy week, it’s like I just woke up and something in my head switched back on… I cant say exactly what yet.
But i joined the gym, have been swimming everyday, and even doing fitness classes before the swim, in eating healthy, I feel great and what ever it is I am gratefull for it.
I have a lot of catching up to do so this evening an early night to my room and I will spend my reading time here.
Really hope every one is doing well, I have missed being here with you all.
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Hey lady!!! Glad to see ur post I’m really happy for u and getting back to all the things u love! 
Recovery is amazing isn’t it? Hugs to u girl
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Checking in
Day 160
So awhile back my eel died. And of course I cried bcuz I’m a sap like that and I have such a soft spot for animals. He went out and bought me and our son a new fire eel! Shes really big and so cute 
I haven’t taken pics yet bcuz she went right into one of the caves for now. But I will once she comes out. Now I’m doing laundry, dishes and tidying up. Feeling grateful for recovery 
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