I just wanted to announce that today is my 30th day of sobriety. Complete and total, glorious sobriety. This is the longest I have gone without a drink in ten years. I also feel compelled to mention that I spent the past seven days in Las Vegas - of ALL places - for a conference. In a weird way I almost felt like I was being tested, given the lack of open container laws and total indulgence of the strip. There were times when I felt like everyone was drinking but me - and watching from a sober perspective made that okay. At one point a co-worker of mine became obnoxiously drunk and I kept thinking to myself that I was so thankful it wasn't me this time - that now it is my time to like myself and be respectable in public. I only had one evening where the craving hit me hard, but I prayed and focused, and it quickly passed. I also told my wife during our final dinner officially why I am no longer drinking, and we both agreed that I am a better partner and person without booze. Anyway, I feel great, and have been looking forward to this post all week. Thank you all for your support. I will indeed continue coming back.
-Adam
-- Edited by AdamMoz on Saturday 9th of March 2013 10:39:02 PM
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Adam...you sound different....hmmmm you prayed and focused....That's IT!!! You did the thing Adam...thanks for the reminder cause that is how it has worked and still works for me...Keep it simple cause HP knows all the time. (((hugs)))
That's awesome news, Adam. You must feel excited right about now, maybe even a bit optimistic -now that you hit the 30 day mark. I certainly hope that sentiment continues. Keep that momentum going.
Congrats to you!!! I went to Vegas after not drinking for 90 days. It wasn't as bad as I thought it would be but it was challenging at moments. I got a tattoo while I was there to celebrate my recovery. Every time I look at it I just smile and smile. :)
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Always a blessing to share in the 'message of HOPE!!! Lost dreams awaken and new possibilities arise,in recovery,one day at a time!!!Las Vegas,yes I have been known to gamble on 2 guys walking to the car, betting on which guy gets there first, another "gift" part of my arsenal "to be worked on" daily Have a blessed and productive day Adam.........
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