Morning Col,
Huge congratulations on 22 days, you’re doing really well 
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Day 329 checking in 
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Coffee, but I feel like going back to bed, the handyman from my housing corporation came by at 7:30 to do something handy that needed to be done. Late shift coming up later. Sober and clean always. One day at a time that is. Always is a bit long for our human minds.
I ran into this picture looking for something else. It was taken by my friend and travelling companion while I was driving. Monument Valley NP, April 2018. I wasn’t sober at the time but becoming more and more aware my drinking was slowly killing me.
Being in the Navajo Nation -where alcohol is illegal- gave me an insight that sober living wasn’t that bad. And possible too, given the right circumstances. Circumstances that I could create myself. It took me another year but I did it and working on a better life since. Improving. Still lots to do. ODAAT.
Have as good a day as you all can friends. Make it sober and clean for it’s the only way for all of us. Grateful I’m on this road with all of you. Love from Amsterdam and Navajo Nation.
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Congratulations to half a year of sobriety! Nicely done and all the best for the time to come! 
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Yay Emilie!!! Huge congrats lady. Showing how it’s done. Hugs and love your way.
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139 days 
Hey 
it’s great to read everyone’s stories 
I’m proud of everyone here checking in and doing their best to stay sober today.
I’m in a good place, an exciting place.
139 days ago, I was super depressed and really suicidal. Today, I’m sober, and excited for what the future brings. I feel more comfortable in my skin, I feel well rested, healthier and happier.
I’m just so grateful I’m putting myself first and not numbing or poisoning myself anymore.
I used to drink and do all of the drugs in my 20s. I don’t need weed to feel better anymore, I don’t need alcohol to feel comfortable or have a good time anymore. I don’t pick up every drug under the sun at parties anymore.
It feels really good. Not all days feel good, but overall, I’m happy to be alive again.
Stay sober everyone, don’t give up x
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Thank you. 
It feels great.
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Thanks Menno! You can take one of those double 20s, you helped.
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Day 11
I’m waking up and about to get ready for work. Let’s see what this brand, new day has to bring. Good morning, everyone.
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Thank you so much Alycia for this inspiring post
with all its positivity 
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Day 25 
Checking in day 25.
I am still soooo fucking tired.
My bones and muscles are like i don’t know…
I will just be waiting until the heatwave is gone, it feels like in the jungle here in Germany.
I ordered some vitamime B complex supplement, I hope this will help with the fatigue.
Yesterday in the evening I was at the outdoor pool, but there were too many people for having a streight workout, so I was swimming a bit, but also enjoying sunset.
Yesterday’s hunger didn’t stop… 
I had a little treat in the evening with some light Lay’s Chips and some Wraps with bluecheese and lot of salad and tomato. And a nicecream with blended Mango only in the afternoon.
I was like an eating monster yesterday, but it was true hunger, not binging due to emotional struggle or something! So it is okay… My body needed the food.
Hunger is more regular today. Just had a shake with oats and vegan protein for breakfast
For lunch I will have beetroot Leaves with gluten free gnochi and a little Parmesan.
This evening I have my regular group therapy meeting. Will do a little bit of cleaning now, and then some yoga and something for beauty and selfcare.
Thursday the weather will change…
Sending love 
Take care
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Hey all, checking in on day 793. I hope everybody has a good one!
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Day 795 clean and sober. Up early and contemplating a sunrise hike this morning. The only time it’s cool outside is now until around 8am. It’s been hot af here in California so it’s nice to feel the cool air. I hope everyone has an amazing day today, love you guys!!! 
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Missed my community. Proud of you all. Not much to say today. Yet glad to be back. One day at a time!
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@Mno People may think the desert is just dry and empty, but the American southwest has a beauty all it’s own. Haven’t been there in over 20 years. Thanks for the photo!
@Alycia We can come from some pretty dark places; I’m glad you’re here and happy!
@Juli1 One sign of healing is that a healthy appetite returns, so go ahead and “eat like a monster”! 
@Rockstar24777 That hike sounds like a great idea; we’re also getting a reprieve here in Kansas. Daytime high of 78. I’m going for a walk somewhere even if I don’t make it the hiking trails.
@Lotusflower We’re glad you’re back!
@Piglet86 Howdy!
Day 7½
Good morning (afternoon) sober fam!
It’s way too early to have anything to report. In my never-ending struggle to put my life back together, I now face an unusual challenge. I have to write down every job I’ve had since 2007. Not a huge problem I admit, although everything from 2011-2019 is sort of a blur…
I have meetings every day this week with different members of my support team. I’m really grateful that Topeka has such comprehensive assistance for MH issues. I told my case mgr. once, “If I was you, I would’ve given up on me a long time ago.” But they won’t let you fail.
Anyway, I’ll be back later, have a great sober day. 
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My only knowledge of what a desert is, used to be the Sahara. Since four road trips in the USA, from the Mexico / Texas border to Idaho, I know better. I’ll be back. Love the great wide open.
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Yay! Glad you checked in, Des!
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Been a while since I’ve checked in here. Today is day 2 of a healthy lifestyle reboot. (321 days alcohol binge free!) I have really struggled with feeling sick/in pain/lethargic for the majority of the time since I can remember. I can’t remember the last time I actually felt well physically overall. I know there is an intersection between physical and mental health, because my mental health has been rough, too. While I was visiting family last week I had a chance to talk to my parents (a major support for me) and with my husband on the long drive about how I’ve been feeling and how I can do things differently to try and feel better. So I came up with an initial plan and started it yesterday. Baby steps! I actually slept well last night and I think that is a good sign I’m on the right path.
Onward! Let’s do another day clean and sober, amigos. 
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