One Step at a Time - March 2017

[NoraC]

Re: One Step at a Time - March 2017

Hi all. SK - I am sorry but so glad that they are finally going to do something for the pain. WF- thanks for the kind words. And just like the thread starting picture. Take that first step. It is so worth it.
Liz, Pauly- my baby is going to be 30 tomorrow!

[NoraC]

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Still trying to post from my phone and I'm not very good at it. But thank you for the support.
Hugs to all

[NoraC]

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PS - I gave my brother the job of cutting down boxes and driving them down to goodwill!

[actiongirl46]

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Hey there Steppers . . . Nora, what a pain. Brothers. I have one too :calm: I like your idea of keeping him busy with small, but very manly, tasks. Good job. I hope tomorrow is a productive day for you! When do you come back home? How's your mom doing? Your hubs??

SK, Liz, thanks. This is by FAR the longest I have been . . . 39 days today. I do feel good. I'm still having cravings and thoughts, but nothing like the first week.

SK, your post blew me away. I can't imagine being in that much pain. That was from your accident, yes? I am so sorry you are going through this but you are sure showing us how to get through a bad situation AF. I'm taking notes. Hang in there.

Wildflower, thanks for checking in . . . I was wondering where you were! I hope things get calmer and you can find some peace. Stick around, thinking of you :hug:

pauly, I love reading your posts. You are so thoughtful and good at remembering what is going on in people's lives. Thanks.

Rusty, Techie, safe travels!

I had a big "aha" this morning. Something finally clicked for my brain. Today, I left my house at 6:45am, drove 1.5 hours, presented by myself to a group of people for 6 hours, drove 1.5 hours to my son's last basketball game, then went to my music rehearsal, home at 8:30pm. Loooong day for me. In the past, I would have felt I needed a few (translate 4, oh wait, you guys don't need the translation) glasses of wine to be able to sleep before a long day. What I didn't realize, was by having wine, even a little, I was ruining my sleep, clouding my head, drying out my mouth, throwing off my blood sugar, and drastically increasing my sleepiness throughout the day. Right before this quit, I had to stop in a rest area in the middle of the work day because I was so hungover/tired. I fell asleep for an hour. REALLY?

This morning I woke up early and felt great ALL DAY LONG. Yes, it was a long day, but it didn't increase my anxiety. I made it through just fine, and I didn't have to fight to keep my eyes open even though I probably only got 5 hours of sleep. Perfect.

I have a much lower energy day tomorrow. Looking forward to it. Have a good one Steppers!

[actiongirl46]

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Anyone heard from aihfl??? jVo??? TMH???

[Rusty]

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ActionGirl-no, I have not heard from any of them. I hope they are ok. I am MOST worried about Mr. G...who has not posted in several weeks.

A shout out to Nursie, Red67....please check in. We miss you here.

Finishing up my work here in a little while then to the airport. Happy POETS Day, Everyone!

[paulywogg]

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Hey all,AG,I haven't heard from them either was just thinking of Aihfl the other day cuz I seen a commercial with a Weiner dog and thought of his little Petunia,I hope he's OK,pretty sure he's still sober but worry cuz I know when he did drink he drank like me..to the extreme, just never know what'll happen drinkin like that,so glad you're reaping the benefits of not drinking I was so exhausted yesterday sheesh,went to bed and watched some show about the carpenters and her eating disorder, that's really sad.I've bought all of Louie's presents already but I may get him one more outfit today,he's already got too many damn toys so I only bought a couple,SK,I can't even imagine the pain you must feel on a daily basis with all that going on! I don't do pain well so I'd be a wreck! Nora,sounds like a perfect task for your brother,happy birthday to your son waves to all,wishes for a happy AF Friday back later

[Rusty]

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Pauly-I've seen pics of Louie....he's a cute little guy...looks like his hot Nana!! Hope you have a great time at the birthday party.

AG-you rock!!

Nora-hope you are holding up OK...I am only a phone or text away if you want to vent, chat, etc.

Last night, I went out to dinner at Logan's (steakhouse...chain food) and I had this very nice but chatty waitress who was telling me she is moving back to FL to be near her grandparents and to "take care of her brother who is a wreck. " She told me that her mom died at 41 because of drinking, and her older brother, who is married and has a child, survived his SIXTH drunk driving accident as his car left the road and plunged into a lake. Luckily, he survived and was not eaten by alligators. She said he has PTSD because he fought in the war in Iraq. She vehemently told me, "THAT IS AN JUST EXCUSE!!! YOU HAVE A DRINKING PROBLEM!

Today, I am grateful to be sober, grateful to be able to help with my mom, grateful to be the best friend I can be, and grateful for my thriving business. Very grateful for all my friends here, and grateful we all found MWO.

Happy Friday, everyone!

[actiongirl46]

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Wow Rusty, yes, things could be so much worse. We are lucky to be here.

pauly, have fun with Louie!! I love that name.

Back later!

[Lizann]

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It's so late, so just a quick check in. I'll post more tomorrow. Mark got home a little while ago so we spent some time catching up.

[paulywogg]

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Hey all,Liz glad Mark's back home safe,he travels quite a bit it seems,Rusty,sad about that guy,sheesh he's lucky to be alive after all of that,sounds like he needs some therapy for the PTSD,I can't imagine how,what,goes on in the minds of people who suffer from that,Nora,hope you guys are moving along,AG,hope you have a nice weekend, wishing us all a happy AF Saturday

[actiongirl46]

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Morning all -

Liz, that was a quick trip for your boy! And a long way to go. Was it for work?

Nora, are you traveling this weekend? How are you doing?

I'm off to yoga and then a haircut. I think I'm going to try bangs. Why not?

More later! AG

[Lizann]

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AG, sounds like a fun day. My motto, bangs or Botox. Yes Mark travels often for work. He was gone a week and I agree it went quick. He was literally in the middle of nowhere in Germany. There was only 1 road in and out. The "plant" there employs about 400 people and then there's farms. Total population is 800 when the plant is open. I envision it to be like Siberia! Mission was successful and he had fun. Able to do a little sight seeing. He got official confirmation his next rotation will be here at the current office he is in. It was his third choice, and I am a little disappointed he didn't get his first two picks. I get to keep him for another year. Just as well with the baby and the wedding this year.
Well that wasn't about me was it?

Rusty, that was a sad story. I am grateful to be sober and I am grateful for my friends here!

Pauly, enjoy Louie's birthday! Is it today. Save me a piece of cake.

Nora, happy birthday to your son! Erin turned 30 this year too. Didn't realize our kids were the same age. I am sure your making progress there. How are you holding up emotionally? You are stronger than ou think!

Well off to run on the treadmill. It's so cold outside. Erin is around today so maybe we'll go see a movie.

Have a good AF Saturday!

[Rusty]

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Good Morning, Everyone!

I am home for the weekend and then traveling to Detroit next week. I have a weekend with no plans. YAYYYYY!!!!! So, errands, exercise, housework, church...that's about it. Ooh la la!

Nora-how are you holding up? I will probably send you an email later today.:hug:

AG-I have tried yoga and didn't care for it but now I am trying it again because my dear friend is studying to be a yoga instructor.

Liz-I'd love to hear about Mark's perceptions of Germany. I know you are glad that he is home.

Pauly-yes, this waitress did tell her brother that he needed therapy...but of course, guys don't do therapy! She said he has wrecked 6 cars! This incident with this waitress's brother made me think of something you posted a few years ago. I believe what you said is true: when it comes to taking huge risks while drinking, like driving drunk, we don't get unlimited chances as far as the number of accidents/incidents we can have before we do irreparable harm to ourselves or others. I think my chances were running out...I drove drunk many, many times...and not once did I get a DUI or get into an accident. Truly a miracle. So grateful to be healthy and alive.

Well, friends, I am off! Happy AF Saturday, everyone!

[Rusty]

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Hi Liz...sorry, cross post!!! Your posts are never ALL about you, sweetie! GEEZ!:hug:

What I DON'T like is when someone posts and it is ALWAYS ALL about them, and they don't bother to ask about how anyone else is doing, or to offer support or congratulations, when warranted. None of us is like that, though. We did have one regular poster who was like that but this person does not often visit. ;-)

Ok, gotta run! Back later, maybe. :-) :-)