Let’s go, 10 months!!! Keep going like this. 
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162 days sober today. Hope everyone is having a great day.
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Thanks!
I find the best way to get a cat in a carrier by standing it on its end, door at top and putting cat in butt first, Noodle doesnt like going in her one either.
Or just leave it around somewhere in the house with a cozy blanket in it so the cat will use it on its own after that its usually no issue getting them in.
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Ups and downs, ups and downs. That’s life sometimes and seemingly a lot that way right now. My cycle started yesterday and I’m dealing with what seems to be becoming my new normal, extreme exhaustion to where I literally can’t keep my head up and eyes open the first few days, heavy flow and massive cramping. Lower back pain, ugh! I finally have a doctor’s appointment coming up in early August and have a lot to discuss. I hope I connect with a new provider well. Our health systems here have merged and my previous clinic shifted from general practice to specialty care so I’ve had to find a new one and I managed to do so, which I am very grateful for. It’s not too far away, compared to where my husband gets care which is 45 minutes away. He rarely has to go to the doctor so it’s not as big a deal for him. Anyway, I hope these symptoms aren’t the start of perimenopause because we are still trying to get pregnant but I need to prepare myself for whatever news I get. Most of all not overthink things! I’m so glad I don’t drink to cope anymore and have some tools to manage how I’m feeling. Just for today, I am listening to and resting my body. It’s been through the wringer lately. However, no migraine this time! My cycle and migraines had seemed to go hand in hand so thank goodness for that.
I’m still feeling so glad to be finished with the rental we moved out of! However the people who put a deposit down on the property are backing out so we still have to be responsible for the utilities there through the end of the month. I hope they find new tenants and can flip it soon, but I doubt it. That’s okay, we fully expected to be responsible for the place through July. I’ll admit I shed a few tears leaving there since it was the last place my dog Chucho lived. I know I keep bringing this up but it still feels fresh even years later. Miss that dude.
I am grateful that the massive storm system that passed through Western Kentucky where my family lives didn’t cause them any damage and they are safe in their homes. More rain coming, though, and there was definitely flooding and other damage in their area. Sad to witness.
Wow, I guess I needed to dump all that here today! I feel better for doing so. Thanks for this, amigx. Sending sober strength out to you all. 
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Thanks @JazzyS and @CATMANCAM. This has been a hard couple of days to get thorough. But I am not and will not be drinking!! Tommaso was my Italian “brother” the year I lived in Italy. I will miss him.
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I talked it out, I think I’m angry I can’t drink and the guilt of everything is isolating me. I have sober buddies to call, and have been reading my book but I’m irrationally upset. I finally calmed down but it’s scary how quickly my feelings are flipping right now. Brought clothes to work out in right after work and a friend said they do zoom AA meetings late at night too so catch one if I’m still feeling icky. It’s so uncomfortable.
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It’s good to see you friend. I think it’s a good thing to feel scared. It’s poison. Ingesting it voluntarily is crazy. Scary. It’s a good reaction. I feel a bit of it thinking about drinking. But the relief and the joy that I don’t have to drink no more is stronger.
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I wrote my answer to another post above here without reading your post. Hang in there Roxanne. You anger will subside. This is a great gift you’re giving yourself. A gift that will keep on giving just as long as you work and nurture it. Keep coming here and success with your meetings. Hugs.
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Having a tough day it’s day 195 and I’m going to my first concert since I quit drinking. I’m not worried about not drinking but I don’t feel like I’m going to enjoy it because I used to enjoy concerts as a social outing centered around drinking. Gonna try my best to be positive but I don’t feel excited to go.
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I love good music. Enjoying concerts so much more since I quit drinking and I can actually listen and hear. And I can still socialise, just not while the music is playing. Hope you’ll have a good time Jake.
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Like @Mno said, I’ve really enjoyed concerts sober so much more. No obsessing about the next drink or missing the show to have to use the restroom constantly, in my case. Fully enjoying the experience of the music. Hope you find your way of enjoying it for its main purpose.
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@RosaCanDo @Mno thank you both 
like I said I know I won’t drink because I’m not about to live with the regret of doing that. But, I used to associate fun at concerts with drinking so logically I’m scared I won’t enjoy it anymore which would be sad because that’s something my wife and I both enjoy together is concerts. She doesn’t really understand what I’m dealing with and I’m not mad at her for it it’s just part of my journey and I won’t know how I feel until I try going out there and seeing how I feel. She brought up that I go to bars without a problem but I explained that’s much different, that’s 4-5 idiots from work and I can get up and leave. This is 40,000 people and I can’t leave my wife there alone and most of those people will be drinking among whatever else they’re doing. I really didn’t see this coming but I’m glad I have this space to explain my feelings and not feel like an idiot for feeling nervous or anxious.
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I was definitely nervous before my first big concert. You’re not an idiot, you’re being cautious. Maybe consider some deep breathing exercises or what’s called “box breathing” to help if things get tough. You can do this.
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I’m going to try taking a nap before we leave see if that clears my head, I miscounted my days too lol hard to believe but I’m almost to 200 now. I’ll be sure to check in with you guys after the concert
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Checking in
Day 521
This morning went really well for the most part. I had plans to exercise first thing but of course that didnt go thru. Was feeling too tired and needed to sleep in. I DID however do my morning recovery routine which im happy about. Ive been doing it consistently for almost a week now and really feel better when i do it. I am seeing the change in myself, just with less using thoughts and having my attitude towards people and situations improve. Im more patient and friendly and personable. Its a nice change 
My sons xray was today. Everything went soo smoothly. They saw us quickly and were very kind. Hoping for results tmrw or friday so we know what to do moving forward.
Health wise… today wasnt great AGAIN for my eating. I absolutely need to get this in check. Idk whats going on there!! Tmrw i am focusing on healthy eating. I absolutely have to fix my eating habits bcuz im really not feeling well. And not just physicslly either. Mentally and emotionally im pretty effected by this too. I did do some cleaning tho once home and am now waiting for hubby to get home from work. Will have a healthy supper and drink alot of water. Do some self care later. And focus on better habits tmrw. I really need to challenge myself when i go to overeat or binge eat. Some days i feel like i give in to that urge too easily. Tmrw will be different.
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Checking in sober.
Hard knowing my spouce is out drinking after work. Its been long enough that he’ll likely have a good buzz going.
Trying to be positive about it and not be grouchy about it.
Got my evening plan in place to stay alcohol free. 
Hope everyone has a successful 24 hours!
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I love your saying on your counter. Good work!
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It was an unlikely place that I recently heard that said, and it really resonated with me.
Probably the last little nudge I needed.
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