Day 136 AF I’ve been having some thoughts of ‘missing’ being able to have a drink, but it was never just one for me. Staying strong and challenging my thoughts. Can’t and won’t cave in 
hope you all are well 
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Great educational viewing there - good work.
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I have been busy so not checking in much on here. My cat still has a stomach issue giving her diarrhea. So she isn’t always using her box. It’s definitely been a real problem with her since we got her in August! I’m waiting the hear back from the vet. Probably another appointment and more $$. Work is going well but I am still learning to trust myself to get through my projects and meet deadlines with a good effort/product. I would never post that if this were not an anonymous site! Lol. So just normal life stress but Im not going to drink today to hide from my problems. Have a great day everyone!
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Day 137. Drive back took it out of me. Rested today, back at work Thursday and Friday. Good to be sober during this lot and to be helpful
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Day 630. I snapped at my husband and feel like a monster but my resentments have been building since he got back from his trip. The air is tense but it is cleared.
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Thank you!!! I’m excited!!
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Well I’m on day two. I am going to try but I can’t lie I still don’t feel that desperation that I did the first time when I had 15 months. I have lost quite a bit. I do want to get this bf I lose more.
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Glad you checked in Mike. Good for you on day 2 and trying. Just for today man. Just for today.
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Glad to see you checking in Mike and trying!
We’re in this together friend, one f…g day at a time!
Let’s go together for the next 24 hours.
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Praying for you and your family Julia. I am so sorry for your loss.
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Desperation isn’t required. You stayed sober long enough to know that there will be days of ease and days of struggle. Good to see you 
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Sober day 10.
Today was more of a struggle in general. But I did have a decent therapy session. Having a quiet evening at home by myself (and the cats). I haven’t been sleeping well. I hope that improves.
OFDAAT
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@Katiee sending strength 🩵
@Mindofsobermike so good to read from you 🩵 congrats on day 2 
@KarenKW I hope your sleep improves too 
congrats on double digits
1185 days no alcohol.
650 days no cocaine.
165 days no vape.
Nothing much to say, today has be less stressful, and my UTI symptoms have gone away again.
Tomorrow I have part 2 of the ‘Finding My Voice’ course from last week. Really not looking forward to it, but I will make myself attend. It’s online.
Today I received a letter with my appointment with a Psychiatrist to review my meds, its on the 30th so not too long to left to wait now. I am very apprehensive about it, but also very curious, it has been many many years since my meds were reviewed by a Psychiatrist, and a lot has changed.
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@Amy30 300 is amazing!
@Cp25 Congratulations 
@Juli1 Your father? So sorry for your loss. Sending peace and strength.
@DresdenLaPage That is tough, but sounds like you have a good attitude. Good luck job hunting.
@Mindofsobermike Glad to see you. You have been on my mind.
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Hi Jasmine,
Thank you so much. Nice to be back. Good to see your progression and your strong and encouraging support that you provide members in this community.
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Congratulations on Day 2 Mike. So glad you are here.
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So sorry for your loss! Praying for you and your family! I can’t imagine how hard this must be for you all! Sending love your way!
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@mira_d MAN I don’t have kids but I would be peeved if the school was using TV/ movies to “babysit” my child on a regular. I totally agree that parents should be aware.
@tailee17 glad that in person meetings have helped get your back on focus. You are doing great with your sobriety 
@mia Ah friend I am sorry that the depression symptoms are so darn strong. I do relate to having to keep working so hard on keeping your positive attitude going. It sounds cheesy but the more positivity we can put into our bodies, the happier and more alive our cells will be and same goes for what the negative gloom can do. I know you radiate positive energy and hopefully it will become less of an effort on your part. Have you tried upping your Vitamin D for the winter months. I’ve heard others talk about a SAD lamp – this may be helpful during the winter too. Much love Mulan – we are here with you so lean on us if the depression gets to be too much
@hidden Way to go with 50 days Chris. I do hope you are able to start seeing your sleep regulate soon. Keep pushing forward 
@maestro sending strength and comfort to you and your family. Grateful you are managing this grief sober. As Jenny said – we are here if you need us.
@catmancam Man that is an annoying session – sorry Cam. I don’t understand how some folk are so inconsiderate to others in a zoom session. Glad your bowling night was fun. My doctors appointment went fairly well. Have something to try out for next few months and hopefully will see some results. I am hopeful. Also gave me leads to some specialists to see. So thankful that your UTI has cleared
@bomdhil Hope is awesome my friend – love the three weeks coming up – you are doing awesome Thomas!
@katiee Much love to your determination and motivation to stay on the sober path. You are stronger than this addiction my friend – amazing work with 136 days I try to think of all the crappy feelings associated with drinking like the brain fog, the hangovers and the drunken shopping / texting when I get FOMO to remind myself it wasn’t as rosy as my mind will have me believe.
@kareness Sorry to hear that your cat is still experiencing stomach issues. Sending healing vibes – hope she feels better soon
@mindofsobermike So great to see you Mike and working on your day 2. Hey friend- we are here for you! We just take this one day at a time – we got your back… keep checking in and holding strong. Missed you Mike
Checking in on Wednesday evening
322 days free of weed and alcohol
737 days free of cigarettes
It was a strange day. I could not keep my eyes open for more than 20 minutes at a time. Was shocked that i did get some errands run. I am grateful that i did not have any urges. Hoping everyone has a wonderful addiction free day / evening. Sending you so much love
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Its great to see u checking in Mike! Congratulations on day 2. Just keep at it day by day 
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Checking in
Day 633
Today was super busy. By the time my husband and I got home i was sooooo hungry and not feeling well (due to hunger) that I did overeat on lunch. I then got super tired and napped for a couple hours instead of exercising. So i didnt get my workout in. Normally i would get sooo down on myself with not following my plan, but im a human being and days will occur where i cant eat the best or work out. Ill get right back on track tmrw. One day will not cause the world to end lol
Recovery wise… im okay! No thoughts to use. No triggers. Its been nice! I have been working on connecting to my HP more. I feel thats important. Not connecting as often as id like, but im beginning to get back to prayer slowly.
Not much else to report today. Im tired and cant wait for bed. Have a great night everyone 
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