Not all that impressive unless you take into account that it's the second longest stretch of sobriety I've had since I started drinking 15 years ago.
I'm feeling pretty good, fairly strong, resolute...I read the literature, go to lots of meetings, share. I try to meet as many people as I can and hope to form some relationships/friendships. I don't know what else to do right now, I don't crave alcohol but I do find myself feeling a little bored and restless. I had a really disturbing dream last night where I was out with all these people who kept telling me how "lame" I was because I wouldn't drink. I didnt want to be dull and boring so I drank even though I didn't want to. I woke up kind of upset.
My girlfriend is proud of me, it must be weird for her because I'm like a different person. She says that I'm not so moody, and I seem more patient, calmer...she says that I've also lost my booze bloat and that I look much better but I suspect that she's just flattering me to keep my spirits up. I don't mind though :)
I pray a lot.
Hanuman said
Nov 10, 2005
Hey Tips!
That's great! It helped me to go to a lot of meetings and get involved with stuff. Hope all is well with you. You're welcome here!
Cabbageheadchris said
Nov 10, 2005
Hi Tipsy. well done!
By the way, the 'booze bloat' is true, for some it is just fat, for others it's an enlarged liver, some people just get fluid retention in the face. It dissapears soon after stoping drinking. I think your girlfriend is just being honest and is enjoying seeing the real you! Keep it up, it is worth it. Well done.
Chris.
GammyRose said
Nov 10, 2005
Hey Duane, Congratulations on 14 days of soberity!
Alot of celebrating going on it seems. Sober is good.
Take all the compliments you can get buddy and say "Thanks". You deserve them.
And dreams are just dreams....
(((Hugs)))
GammyRose
gr8fl2dy said
Nov 10, 2005
TipsyMcStagger wrote: Not all that impressive unless you take into account that it's the second longest stretch of sobriety I've had since I started drinking 15 years ago. I'm feeling pretty good, fairly strong, resolute...I read the literature, go to lots of meetings, share. I try to meet as many people as I can and hope to form some relationships/friendships. I don't know what else to do right now, I don't crave alcohol but I do find myself feeling a little bored and restless. I had a really disturbing dream last night where I was out with all these people who kept telling me how "lame" I was because I wouldn't drink. I didnt want to be dull and boring so I drank even though I didn't want to. I woke up kind of upset. My girlfriend is proud of me, it must be weird for her because I'm like a different person. She says that I'm not so moody, and I seem more patient, calmer...she says that I've also lost my booze bloat and that I look much better but I suspect that she's just flattering me to keep my spirits up. I don't mind though :) I pray a lot.
gr8fl2dy said
Nov 10, 2005
Not all that impressive? It is awesome! Congratulations! Sobriety has been the most difficult thing of my life, but the rewards will be beyond your wildest dreams. Meeting makers make it. Hope you have a sponsor to work the steps. This is the key to finding total tranquility and serenity through all adversities. Life on lifes terms can be difficult, however with the support of the members and the steps, you can glide with grace. You will be amazed before you are half way through. I wish you the utmost of blessings! Continue what is working for you. Attitude of Gratitude!
gr8fl2dy
cheri said
Nov 10, 2005
What a wonderful feeling sobriety can bring us. Thank you for being here.
Love, cheri
Doll said
Nov 10, 2005
Way to, Duane! Congrats!
Remember to listen to your body these first few months. It's going thru a LOT of changes. As for the dreams, that seems to be the norm, also. I dream off the wall crazy stuff these days. And they're in color. Never dreamed in color before.
One day at the time.
Love and hugs.
Doll
Rick said
Nov 11, 2005
Great***one day at a time*** a day sober is a day sober and can't be teken away.
good luck keep up the good work
TipsyMcStagger said
Nov 11, 2005
Thanks guys.
Please pray for me because I really feel like I'm losing it.
Hi Tipsy. well done!
By the way, the 'booze bloat' is true, for some it is just fat, for others it's an enlarged liver, some people just get fluid retention in the face. It dissapears soon after stoping drinking. I think your girlfriend is just being honest and is enjoying seeing the real you! Keep it up, it is worth it. Well done.
Chris.
Alot of celebrating going on it seems. Sober is good.
Take all the compliments you can get buddy and say "Thanks". You deserve them.
And dreams are just dreams....
(((Hugs)))
GammyRose
Not all that impressive? It is awesome! Congratulations! Sobriety has been the most difficult thing of my life, but the rewards will be beyond your wildest dreams. Meeting makers make it. Hope you have a sponsor to work the steps. This is the key to finding total tranquility and serenity through all adversities. Life on lifes terms can be difficult, however with the support of the members and the steps, you can glide with grace. You will be amazed before you are half way through. I wish you the utmost of blessings! Continue what is working for you. Attitude of Gratitude!
gr8fl2dy
What a wonderful feeling sobriety can bring us. Thank you for being here.
Love, cheri
Way to, Duane! Congrats!
Remember to listen to your body these first few months. It's going thru a LOT of changes. As for the dreams, that seems to be the norm, also. I dream off the wall crazy stuff these days. And they're in color. Never dreamed in color before.
One day at the time.
Love and hugs.
Doll
Great***one day at a time*** a day sober is a day sober and can't be teken away.
good luck keep up the good work