Thankyou 
listening to your share about your progress after more than four years is inspiring. It’s a journey and sometimes hard work to take care of ourselves, but no one is going to do it for us. We have to put that work in.
Its worth it, we are worth it 
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Good morning everyone 
Son was calling me from his crib kind of early, and I went in and one of the cats had climbed in (usually the doors to upstairs are closed at night to keep them downstairs). He was pretty happy to be woken up by his friend.
Thinking a lot about sobriety and goals that take time. Its pretty normal I think to look at the mountain in front of us and go “thats impossible” or how can I ever get to where I want to be? How can I do that? And then, its one step at a time and just little by little. Im starting to feel a bit less like things are impossible or becoming entirelt overwhelmed by things that seem so big because I really appreciate how slow the meaningful things come. It is really amazing to me how sobriefy effects evefything, not feom just putting down the drink but doing the work to get to know yourself and life.
Something that seems impossible today, isnt that far down the road. Keep at it, little by little.
Happy 25 xo (25th hour is my thing now Im owning it xo)
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Sounds like a really beautiful day 
Im so sorry your leg was giving you trouble, I hope you are able to rest it.
Its amazing how something as simple as a request heard (like not hotboxing the garage) is such a big deal. Being heard & respected just feels darn good & it feels good to give it back to others as well. Fair enough not wanting them to hotbox it 
Glad you had a good time Jasmine xo
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Good morning!
Day 1
2023 = 30 years of being a drunk. It’s time I tried 30 years of not being a drunk.
Judging by my parents’ later years, I might only have about 20 more good years before my muscles start wasting away (barring medical advances or good luck).
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Checking in, 147 days sober
Good people please send thoughts and prayers, my boys discovered Crazy Frog song, I’m on the edge… 
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Heyhey,
Checking out before eating something and going to sleep 
Had an amazing day at a waterfall today! So nice… 
Enjoy your weekend fam, whoever you are right there 
reading this… and stay mindful friend
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Checking in on day 135. Thankful for this community!
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Day 19. Fairly ambivalent about today. Slightly more productive than yesterday however. Going to curl up on my bed with a book.
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Day 10, I feel bad bc I am a little snappy with my girls. I say sorry right away bc they really don’t deserve the snap, they are just being kids and trying to have fun and play. I just want to be happy and have fun, tomorrow I head back to Plattsburgh as well. Idk what else to say. Much love
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Day 175 AF.
My daughter has been home from school for the past three days due to a viral infection. My mood has been poor today. I’ve been experiencing cravings for alcohol to numb myself. I made myself go to the shops earlier to get some soft drinks to counter the cravings as ice cold water was no longer cutting it. We get takeout on Friday so I’m looking forward to that. Otherwise I’m just staying cosy for the evening.
Wishing everyone an addiction free day.
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All I know is, the first thing I said when I woke up was thank god for my sobriety. So grateful I’m waking up hangover free 
the deep sleep I’m getting without weed or alc is so nice too:tired_face:
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@Lainenicole96 Good to see you’re feeling better mate
Checking in Day 35)
I honestly feel so fucking busy it’s unreal. So I got offered the job in the Italian restaurant I interviewed/trialled at on Wednesday which is nice - I’m really hoping they’re not just taking me on for the festive period and then plan to drop me after. This has happened before and is really common in the hospitality industry sadly. That said, i’m writing a lot of music at the moment - Can I count on you guys to buy 250,000 hardcopies each? lol
My sponsor said to me the other week “…so fucking what?” about something. I can’t remember what it was about, probably a girl that didn’t want to talk to me or something but I feel like in the right context/situation, its such a great way to let go of things that leave me butt-hurt. They didn’t want to shake your hand? So fucking what? There’s a ton of people who do. That girl doesn’t want to talk to you? So fucking what? There’s tons of people that do want to talk to you. That meal didn’t taste as good as you wanted it to? So fucking what? Cook it again and do it better next time.
I think my point is i’m really learning not to let things fester anymore. Letting go and letting my higher power do the work has been such a … strange experience because i’m a complete and utter fucking control freak but I’ve written some great passages, a couple of really good songs (which may have been by my hand but they felt like i was just plucking words out the air at times) , i’ve finally got job offers coming in, olds friends coming out of the woodwork, toxic people going back into the woodwork!
Yeah, lifes pretty good today, Joe.
I’m also not drinking tonight.
Hugs not Drugs.
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565, checking in.
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Just checking in. Good morning/ afternoon all
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@starlight14 ugh sorry Kelly – I do hope you are able to rest and recover soon. Sending you healing vibes.
YES!! I love this for you and there is absolutely NOTHING wrong with you. Much love Emilie – glad you did not give in to the temptation. You are a rockstar –just keep going Onwards!
@timetochange 5 months Woot Woot 
Keep going strong 
@lisab3 way to go with day 3 Lisa! The beginning is super rough. Sorry for the negative emotions. This is a safe space to be yourself and talk about how you are feeling through this journey. We are all here for each other. I find that leaving positive affirmations around the house really helps get my mind out of the horrible feelings towards myself. 
@alycia it really can be super tricky. Really like the analogy of fighting for your sobriety. Wishing you strength in dealing with family. 
@mischa84 “crazy frog song” oh no – I don’t know what this is but can only imagine – may have to google LOL. Sending you so many comforting prayers to survive this phase
@zzz way to go – is today day 60? 2 months of sobriety is amazing!
@mindofsobermike double digits is awesome Mike! I can understand feeling on edge at the beginning days of sobriety. I am sure your girls will be fine – you are a sweet dad. Just remember to breathe and take some time for yourself. Your nerves need calming and restful energy. I found walks and meditation helped with this. Sending you love my friend. Glad you are having some quality time with your girls
@deelzebub way to go on getting some soft drinks – I do agree that sometimes we just need something more than water. I do hope your daughter recovers soon. Sending you loads of strength and love. Remember we are here if you need to talk it out or vent if the cravings get too loud. You are crushing it with 175 days love – keep showing up for yourself
@dresdenlapage Way to go on your job – I do hope they keep you on longer than the busy season. Take it ODAAT and enjoy the moment – you will shine!
Checking in on Friday morning…
Did not sleep well last night and started working on naturally trying to heal myself. I am worn out and tired. Will try to take a nap. So proud of us all for showing up for ourselves each and every day. Doing so no matter what life dishes out. Grateful that we are here for each other
Wishing everyone a wonderful addiction free day - sending you all so much love!
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Was a chilly morning but the sun is shining again! Loving this!
I’m glad that I have zero reason to go shopping today, I’m sure the stores are madhouses.
TGIF!
Though it’s the weekend, it’s a busy one. I need to sort through creating a website for my business, linking it to the platform that is being used for appointments and record keeping, figure out what is required by the association I just got accepted to and hand in the remaining paperwork. Take a part all of the foster children’s furniture and prep it to be picked up, along with all of their personal items. Cut the grass, take the recycling in, and work.
I will attend a meeting tomorrow morning and then again on Sunday. I need to ground myself in my recovery this weekend.
Enjoy your weekend everyone.
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Thank you Jazz, i hope you know that you really are a wonderful woman, your so kind, strong and resilient, you really are an inspiration to me
As for me im struggling a bit now, i feel poorly, tired and really tearful, its been a rough week with everything, i feel vunerable and emotional but i know it will pass, just being honest xxxx
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Awe thank you so much Kelly
I am sorry love…I know how draining it feels to be tired and the body is full of tears needing to be released. You are ok …let yourself feel the emotions. Sometimes as life piles on and our internal capacity hits full we need to release the overwhelming emotions.
Here if you want to talk it out. I am sure with COVID piling on that you are in need of some self care and rest.
Much love and loads of healing
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Checking in late in the day today
Day
26 no weed
129 no vapes or ciggs
198 no alcohol
The holidays are tough to sray sober during but id much rather go in with a clear head to navigate around
Just keep going because its worth it
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