Yes that’s the WORST 
i remember after surgery the next two days were awful because of the extra air, until i took some medicine for it.
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This touched my heart! I remember when my kids slowly started feeling more comfortable and asking to play with me again 
it’s the absolute BEST feeling! And I’m so happy for you! 
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Unbelievable the joy it brings to my heart!! Ive always been here, but now i am TRULY HERE AGAIN.
Wish i could bottle this feeling to help remind others. Priceless
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I’ll definitely grab some tomorrow, thanks I totally spaced I could get medicine for it
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get lots of rest too
But hugs friend
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Always a pleasure to see you checking in my sober sister! I promise you daytime naps will come to you soon enough. Just keep on living😘
We’re almost at another anniversary my friend. Forever in your footsteps. With much gratitude. Love XXX
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I hope it’s better tomorrow Megan. I had the same operation last year. For me the pain from the air they pump in was there for a day ore two, so I hope you feel better soon.
I hope the meds work for you so you can get some sleep.
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#Day 1707 
Woke up very early, but was to awake to sleep.
5.30 in the morning…
Empty the dishwasher, give the cat her food, make coffee and the day has started.
Today? Work.
Have a good day all
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Love that view 
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Hi Catmama
I just wanted to reach out to say to you that you aren’t alone. I’m in the obese category too, and I’m not feeling exactly great about it either. Alcohol got me in the shape I’m in. When I drink I make bad dietary choices for myself, and I’ve no motivation to move my bottom. BUT, I’m not going to beat myself up over my weight. I’m slowly but surely tackling it, but I’m insulin resistant and it’s hard work.
However, I prioritise my addiction first. It’s too hard to conquer all these problems at once, so I’m focusing on ODAAT with my sobriety and keeping my mental health in check. if I need to talk about some bad feelings I check in with my other half, or I pop on here and talk to you guys.
You can’t do everything at once sweetheart. Focus on your addiction first, that has got to be your priority. In terms of diet and exercise, just make some healthier swaps regarding your food. If you can, get a 20-30 min walk in a few times a week. Walking and enjoying a little scenery does great things for your mental health, I know it gives me mental clarity. Mental clarity in turn helps a lot with managing addiction.
If you haven’t done it already, tip those minis down the drain. Do not have them available for the next time things get tough, it would be too easy to slip up. I’m really glad you came to us (even if I’m on the late side with my reply 
), but you can see that there are people here for you that really care. We want you to succeed, we want to take you by the hand and walk you through the really tough times.
I hope you’re feeling a little better today
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Hey Megan x
I’m glad you’re over the surgery my lovely 
I can relate from previous surgeries regarding shoulder pain and the nausea. As horrible as it is, the trapped air will sort itself out. The nausea will pass too, it’s likely from the anaesthetic. I took arnica to help with healing and post surgery bruising. Maybe you have heard of it before, it comes in pill form or a cream.
Thinking of you, and hoping you feel better soon 
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Checking in sober 
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Checking in day 11 sober. That morning feeling never gets old! Have a great day all
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It’s always great to come back and touch base with you all 
I also just noticed you emtered your daily check in numbers wrong… 1154 instead of 1451 ? Can’t believe we’re almost at 4 years hey 
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I suppose I better check in! I’m 31 days, 32 this evening.
Every day is getting easier and easier, but I’m still on my guard just in case. I don’t feel toxic in the mornings, which is wonderful, but I’m always really tired. My husband has sleep apnea, and my youngest (4yrs) gets up any hour of the morning he feels like, and stays awake for a few hours. I see the bright side to most things now though. If I drank last night dealing with the exhaustion would have been so much harder.
I’m so happy I’ve made it this far. I protect my sobriety fiercely, and I’m far more confident in staying sober than I was for the first week to ten days.
Onwards and upwards my lovelies I hope you all have a great, sober, happy day X
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Congrats on 5 months clean and sober. You’re doing great. And I’m glad you’re here. 
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Thank you, really pleased to be here. I missed you and others. Congratulations on the job and that is such a beautiful photo. We are finally getting Summer here too!
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Thank you Joe
Appreciate your kind words.
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Hey guys checking in 419 days.
I’m still sober, still reading here. Currently reading a book called the body keeps score, trying to understand my brain a bit more.
I think I’m going to have to get back on antidepressants which sucks. I thought I’d gotten into a really good groove, I haven’t needed anti depressants in a few years, but this year I’ve just slowly slid into this awful depression. And it’s hard, hard when you do all the good things like exercise, stay sober, get plenty of rest, eat well, and your brain is still so bloody out of whack. I think that’s a big thing that’s getting me lately and making me want to drink. It’s like, fuck if I still feel this way what’s the point in being sober.
So yeah, I’m basically at that point where I can’t keep my shit together and the rosiness of sobriety has well and truely left the building and I need to ask for help and fight if I want to push through and get better and keep sober.
I think that’s the bitch with depression, you need to do the things, reach out, seek the help, but your so depressed you can barely do anything.
Anyways, I’m grateful for you all. Keep on keeping on here’s a picture of my dog, he definitely cheers me up.
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