Ahhhh Twizzle! Thank you for these warming words…!!! They just floated my heart with heat and my eyes with water. Not because of being sad, but because of feeling ease …
Thank you so much once more for being here and for understanding 
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Happy Sunday morning!
I feel great this morning! It is a beautiful and mild day here in Wisconsin and I’m going to give myself the day off from my other addiction which is working.
I got lots of work done on my computer yesterday because I could barely move. I got my COVID booster on Friday and it made me very uncomfortable all day on Saturday. But now that is behind me. Yay!
Early mornings with no headache or dehydration from alcohol are still my favorite part of sobriety. After the coffee I always feel great! This last week I achieved my fitness goal and later this week I will hit a major sober milestone! Wooot!
Every day I read something here in the posts to keep me grounded and aware of what I need to attend to in my sobriety. I am very fortunate that I got through my 30 years of drinking without as much hardship as some have had, but definitely it has caused me troubles. I’m starting to really think a bit on what that damage was and how to address it. Even though I’m not involved in a 12 step group, I’m guessing it is a natural progression to get to where I can attend to something more… perhaps the amends are on the horizon for me.
I will be thinking on that this week while walking in the woods and swimming the laps.
In the meantime I wish you all the best.
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Checking in on day 499. I had to navigate a wedding and open bar reception last night. Which means that I had to just sit in my feelings. Like a rowboat in a choppy sea. I had a huge help from my little sister who was also there and is also sober. Feels amazing to wake up with no hangover. That really never gets old. Today I will visit with family and fly home tomorrow. Wishing you all peace and sobriety.
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Proud of you for 6 days!! Thats HUGE! Feel free to check in at any point of ur day. No need to wait until the end of ur day to do so. I personally like to do a check in, in the morning and night to hold myself accountable 
hope ur day/night is going well
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Morning Check In
Day 252
Good morning TS fam! Just on my way to work right now. Chilly morning. Im grateful for my hubby right now. I didnt have a winter coat that fit me and couldnt find my good toque to keep my head warm. I was freezing yesterday when i was going to work. He gave me one of his winter jackets and toque that he barely used. I feel warm right now and i am grateful 
Health wise… I am feeling kind of disappointed in myself. Both fri and sat were not good days for eating. But today i am determined to stay on track. Overall this week has been good for that and my exercise.
Recovery wise… feeling pretty good! Im grateful for you all. If it wasnt for ALL of u on here sharing what u do, and supporting me when times get tough, and for being here to listen to me vent, would i honestly have the clean time i do? I really dont think so. I have learned so much from all of u. One of the biggest things that helped me stay clean (especially in early recovery) is when I actually listened to peoples suggestions on here and took action. My way obviously doesnt work… it got me to the place where i was at. So by listening to u all with what worked for u. It has now worked for me Thank you!
Hope everyone has an addiction free day!
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Wow Drew, that mustve been tough. Really proud of you for getting thru that! Must feel extra good to be waking up sober
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Day 863. Super busy day at work yesterday and a super busy day ahead for me today too. I am physically at work but my heart, mind and soul are in the mountains lol. I can’t wait for Saturday to come again, fucking unreal how much nature moves my spirit. Have an amazing day everyone, love you guys!!! 
My screensaver at work. Washington state, section L of the PCT. I will be on that trail one day…
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Have an amazing day! Do u explore diff spots of nature? Or do you have a fav nature hiking spot?
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Good morning Dana! I’ve only started hiking about 6 months ago and am now progressing to backpacking so I’m literally taking baby steps right now 
The place I post pictures of is a place called Stonewall Peak and it’s absolutely my favorite spot so far. When I started out I could only do about a mile without a pack, the other day I did roughly 9.6 miles with a full pack so I’m making progress! To answer your question though I LOVE to explore new places but a lot of the places I want to see I’m just not physically strong enough for yet but I’m working on it. Next month a co worker and I are set to hike an 18 mile loop in the mountains so I guess I’m really pushing myself hard to be ready. Sorry for the long response Dana have an awesome day!!!
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Checking in on day 49. Not feeling my best (maybe a touch of a cold) but going to get to the gym. I’d love to get out for a hike but may take it easy on my body. Ideally going to do some cleaning and organizing the help my space feel more relaxing.
Happy sober Sunday!
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I think it’s a neurodivergent thing honestly. I think the drinking to combat that feeling is not having any other practical skills to diffuse that feeling effectively 
or at least I hope that’s what it is because I’m trying to learn from now for my therapist
Day 59. One more day till 60!
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I have a friend who is now withdrawing from alcohol. It makes me feel so good to know others who I care for and know well will be on the same path. Have a good day every one.
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Day 114 AF
This weekend has been devastating. And the days to come won’t be any better. My stepdad had a massive heart attack at a high school football game Friday night. He passed away within the hour. My sweet mother was with him and saw the whole thing. She is devastated, overwhelmed, exhausted. Just lost right now. Our whole family is in shock.
This man has been a part of my life and has loved me unconditionally since I was 4 years old. Have we always had the best relationship? Absolutely not! We had years of struggles and disagreements and just flat our didn’t get along sometimes. But he was always there. No matter what. He celebrated all of my accomplishments and was always there to pick up me and my pieces when my world was falling apart. He has been a dad to me when he never had to. Somebody choosing to love you and be your parent is a special kind of love.
My first thought when rushing to the emergency room was “I don’t want to feel this.” I wanted a drink. I wanted one last night. And as I’m about to go with my mom and sister to make his arrangements, I just want a drink. But I’m not going to. Knowing that he was able to see me recovering, healthy and doing well is a huge incentive for me NOT to drink. My mother needs me. My sister and her family need me. And I have to be sober for all of them, even when it may not be for myself right now.
I can do this. I will do this. He was very proud of me and I will continue to make him proud.
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Yesterday was my birthday
I turned 32
It’s also my new sobriety date from weed
I haven’t had alcohol for over a month and that’s good but weed has been my doc sence 13 years old. Over half my life
This morning is a little bit of a struggle but my wife is amazing support for me
I don’t want to pick up today
I’m taking it second by second. Every second without a drink or drug is huge so wether your years or one day or even just hours sober.
I’m going to live life on life’s terms and that comforts me a lot because I’m not in a extremely bad place at the moment like i could be.
I got good sleep last night for the 1st time in a while
I’ve been waking up not in the best mood for a while. All month has been a struggle.
I’m putting all the bs behind me and I’m going to be present for and with my wife
Let’s have a good day today ok
No need for poor me poor me pour me another drink
Have a good day everyone
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Oh Kristi 
That is so horrible.
What a shock for you and your family.
I am so sorry to read this.
My condolences on your loss of such a fine man in your life.
I will be praying for you and your mom and family in this most difficult time.
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Second check in today
I did it again, I commented under a video of a person that keeps on spreading medical misinformation on TikTok.
And what did I get? Not a discussion, a whole Shitstorm. I tried to explain my point of view and used my knowledge, but it was useless.
In the end I deleted my comment and gave up.
But I’m so angry, why am I so angry? Oof!
I really have to learn to just let go, even if it’s completely wrong what people say on social media. It’s a minefield.
As I said in the past I maybe delete my TikTok account. But there is a lot of really good stuff too.
Have to think about that.
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Sounds awesome! You’re blessed to have such awesome trails in your area. What kind of gear do you have?
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Oh Kristi 
my deepest condolences to you and ur family. I have no words other than sending you a virtual hug ur way 
Im glad ur thinking this thru and that u didnt go straight to the bottle to fix how u felt. Alcohol and drugs never “fix” anything. Those emotions will still be there. I do understand tho that “pull” to want to escape and stop feeling. But ur doing an amazing job working thru something so difficult. Please stay connected to all of us and let us help u thru this tough time.
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No need to apologize at all! I love hearing about other peoples passions. Im definitly excited for you!
Oh wow!!! Uv made some huge progress with your hiking within 6 months!! Thats really impressive! Im so excited for you and this new upcoming challenge! Way to go!!!
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