Just doing a night time check in, I had a very good day. Church was nice, definitely different but grateful to try it. Last night I tried fixing my crank on my bike and I accidentally put it on wrong lol so I couldn’t pedal my bike this morning to get to church, thanks goodness it was electric and I was able to hit my push throttle. Took me a while to fix it as well, but boy are we about to get a good snow storm tonight, I hope it’s not to bad bc I need to ride my bike to work in it tomorrow morning lol. The girl I mentioned yesterday hasn’t talked to me since Friday, so idk I guess I didn’t need to say anything maybe she felt the same way. Who knows, but yeah I suppose I’m going to get some rest and I’ll talk to you all tomorrow much love
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Checking in
Day 665
I wrote a post earlier and then deleted it. I was sort of venting about a situation at work with a coworker and felt i may have written too much about it. I spoke about how i felt uneasy and uncomfortable. I realized afterwards that it had triggered a feeling in me with regards to my past. His words and body language werent okay with me and i felt uneasy. I ended up leaving work early anyway so that helped. Anyway, after venting about it on here, then deleting my message lol, i prayed about it and brought myself back to the present moment. Took some deep breaths and felt what i was feeling instead of pushing the emotions aside. I grabbed supper from the grocery store and went home. Im enjoying a nice evening with my family now. Im doing better now 
Just about to do some laundry and do some self care 
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Checking in on the evening of day 6 
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This made me so happy to read. Keep going at it xo.
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Hey all,
Busy busy weekend. My new friend, who I really adore and who we just seem to have a good deal in common, came with her husband and dad yesterday and today to help us install pur woodstove. The cost of doing it through a company is INSANE, and just cannot believe how kind and generous they are to help us get all the parts and install it…on their time!!! I cannot believe having met a new friend like this, at this stage in my life abd Im so grateful just for their company this weekend. They have a son who is friends with my daughter, which is how we met and a little girl a bit older then our son. Havinf all the kids over was so crazy and chaotic, but Im getting used to it. I realize i do get SUPER overstimulated with lots of energy like that in my house, but its also very good for me so Im pushing myself. If you want those bonds, you have to put in the work and I want to make sure we build that and that we pay them back with our time when they need us also.
I had another discussion with my step sister today, who just told me I dont know her. Shes cut me off, and you know this has been SO EXHAUSTING and tiring but here is the truth. I think we want to see the good in our family, accept them for who they are but I have always been the one to need to address the hard topics, and I prefer to work through problems and this tends to lead to people being uncomfortable. I want people around me who know me; who see my worth and know I am worthy of theif time. We need those around us who see and love us unconditionally, and if someone is telling you in anyway you are not worth the effort then go.
If people say they love you but do not behave like they do, its okay to go.
If people try to humiliate you, or showbthey are jealous of you and try to undermine you, its okay to go.
If people are hurting you repeatedly, even if its “just” through negligence, its okay to let them go.
Its ojay to let people go even if its sad.
Im trying to bebokay. I have to breath through so much and am notbsure im doing a good job of it, but Im trying. As someone who has spent my life trying to be understanding, accepting and seeingbothers perspectives, its okay to not just stand for my own truth or perspective but to speak out about peoples behaviours andbwhat has been done to me. Its not about being the victim, its about saying thats damn well enough.
Xo. Happy 25th hour
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Hi sobriety fam, just checking in.
What’s my plan for today?: Shave, take a cold shower, meditate, send off an important application, tackle some of my to-do-list, eat healthily & go jogging.
Have a good, sober day or night whoever and wherever you are in the world right now my friend… 
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Put up the Christmas tree today. Hung some lights. Trying to get in the spirit. It’s been good to roll through the last few holidays sober. It feels like an accomplishment every time. 175 days and this evening. Chilling on the couch with my pit playing Nintendo.
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@noshame Great work on 7 month milestone free of alcohol! So great to see you doing so well with your timers 
@catmancam Glad you had a good session. Don’t be so hard on yourself. I do know how crippling it can be to try and get work done when your body / mind are not game. Hope the nights rest has you energized to get the flat organized. I do hope the doctor can get you what you need so that you no longer have any scary lows… we are here if that should occur 
Much love my friend
@lotusflower Way to go love – 90 days (aka 3 months) is amazing work! I am so sorry for the rough days – I know its not easy but don’t let anyone steal your shine or power. Keep staying strong and stacking up the sober days. Always here if you need to talk or need strength during the low moments.
@smootie8220 that is fantastic – grateful that you had a good day! That long walk sounds lovely as well.
I am grateful that you did take the time to acknowledge your feelings and deal with them in your own way. Hope you are feeling at ease now 
Sending comfort your way. Self care is a great way to end the day
@forrestkump great work on 175 days John – what a cute doggie
Checking in on Sunday night
354 days free of alcohol and weed
769 days free of cigarettes
Had an absolute amazing day with my family today. Brother made the meals for us and cleaned up afterwards. We watched the new Monk movie (loved seeing the old cast all together solving a case LOL). Were all together for a couple meditation sessions. My uncle dropped by for a surprise visit and it was good to see him doing so well and looking healthy.
Wishing everyone a wonderful addiction free day / evening. Sending you all so much love
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Day 785 AF
Went for a walk at the park this morning. Chilled with the kiddos, and watched football.
Gonna meditate and then crash. It’s back to the grind tomorrow.
Goodnite, gang. ODAAT. Take care.
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Day 129
4 setbacks
Tonight we did the hot ones challenge, it was alot of fun but my stomach is feeling pretty weird… despite tums and pepto, i fear im going to have to pay for my spicy choices today…
Overall good weekend, bros night last night, spend time with family, good weekend. I always have a silent burden to carry with my addiction, like a dark cloud that follows me, but i just try to focus on what i do have that makes me happy. I’m not perfect, I’m made bad choices, poor coping skills, but I’m learning every day.
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@mx_elle 9 is my favorite number 
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Today went pretty good. Relaxing morning, a very brief, yet revitalizing nap, and then some cleaning. Not as much as I’d hoped but I think I’ll be able to keep going tomorrow. It’s mostly just sorting through paperwork and old toys that haven’t moved in months so a lot’s already been thrown away. It feels good being able to make those decisions and end up with more space.
Tomorrow is our staff Christmas party. I’m thinking it’ll be fun, and won’t go too late. It starts at 4:30 and only food and soft drinks are included. Glad I have no reason to bring money 
Happy 24 hours to you all
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Glad you had a great family Sunday. I must remember to look for that movie when I get home. Thanks for the reminder.
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My week off work has started. Darkest week of the year in daylight terms. So it’s up to me to make something of it. At least I’m sober and clean. Which is the base where from all the rest follows. Have as good a week as you all can friends. One day at a time. Love from Amsterdam.
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New week, new Monday. Still quite sleepy. Not a morning person at all 
And at this time of the year it is still dark outside.
Looking forward to the Christmas Café at school today. I’m always very nervous and feel like I talk too much in social situations. I want to try to be more mindful about my feelings.
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Day 6
Just checking in
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Day 9 in the bank
Rough night shift but got to the gym in the morning before heading home for a nap. Family came home this afternoon after the weekend away. I was happy to be sober to see my kids and get all the hugs.
Just finished putting them to bed.
Closing out a pretty good Monday sober.
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Checking in on day 407 before heading to the office.
Had a relaxing day in front of sports on TV and Law & Order yesterday, which was needed after the Christmas parties on Friday and Saturday.
I think I have 1 more dinner with friends in the city this Saturday, then that’s the social meetups done for the year.
Genuinely looking forward to a workout session in the gym after work tonight 
Enjoy your sober Monday everyone.
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Day 170 back at work today… 8_.3.30pm.
Busy few weeks till Christmas and then hopefully it will be quieter in jan.
Two ou of three of my children have whatsapped me which is progress
Mainly on a soup diet pre eating lots for Christmas
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711 days free from Alcohol. 30.December will be 2 years 
Greetings from winterland Norway 
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Checking in on day 203.
I used to hate monday mornings as sunday usually was the day I drank the most. Sooo happy there are no more hangovers!
Have a good sober day everyone!
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