I’m 28 and have three beautiful kids and a nasty habit to drink. I kicked it for three weeks then me and my fiance decided to split up and one drink turned into every night. He still lives in our apartment we just sleep in different rooms until we can get him a car and his own place. I’m about to be a single mom raising three kids starting a new life and drinking is something I want to stay back with this year. Its hard with no one to talk to at least no one who understands how hard it can be. Any words of encouragement would be nices. Thanks to anyone who told the time to read.
I’m a mom of two and I struggle with the same thing…one drink turns into a whole evening way too quickly. I’m day one, again, today. This forum really does help. Everyone is so supportive and kind and really gets it. Best of luck to you. Change is overwhelming but fresh starts are so exciting. How old are your kids?
My oldest is 6 my middle is 3 and my youngest is 1
Those are such fun ages. Six was my favorite time. Mine are 9 and 12 now.
This is my 2nd day. I had three days off work with my husband and youngest daughter. I remember about half of those three days. I never thought of myself as an alcoholic before, but I guess that is what I am. I don’t remember the last day I didn’t have a drink in my hand. I want to be a better example for my kids. They are 7, 11 and 13. As I write this I am shaking. All I want is a drink. This is so hard already, and I just started. I haven’t ever talked to anyone about this before.
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Welcome. You’ve come to the right place for support and good ideas that will help you on this path you want to take.
@Kally , @Mykidsareworthit, and @justMe2 Ladies, you can do this! I’m not going to lie…it is difficult. It’s the only illness that will tell you you’re not sick. It takes patience and kindness to yourself, be open-minded and willing to make lifestyle changes, and how to get through your triggers. There is a great community here of people trying to get and stay sober a day (and sometimes a moment) at a time. If you’re struggling. …talk about it. If you’re feeling great…talk about it. Each one of you has something to offer.
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The beginning is the most difficult for sure. Your mind still has synapses that are wired for the habit you’ve created, those will weaken over time.
Be patient, be intelligent, be strong. You’ve already made the right decisions in coming here, we’re happy and proud. Remember to share whenever you feel, often times its the very aspect of writing out your feelings that helps…and luckily here, you’ll gain amazing perspectives as well. Hang tough!
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It feels nice to know I’m not the only one. Ive lost another night😟.
You are definitely not the only one. Feel like I lose most of my weekends. Really worried about the upcoming holiday. It is such a drinking fest. I had a beer last night. It didn’t take much talking me into it. It helped the shakes and now I am starting over. 
@Kally i had a few beers last night as well. We can do this takes time and love. I pray for the strength every time it will happen.
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