LESS Alcohol ~ APRIL 2024 ~ One Day at A Time
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Michieb125 wrote: »Got in 12,000 steps yesterday after my morning volunteer work. Then, went to my annual well woman appointment and they took my weight and BP upon arrival. Down 10 lbs from my previous visit in 2023 and BP reading was 117/72. I am positive that LA on a continuum of over 14 months is contributing to my personal health goals. I’m not on any medications (yet) - grateful for good genes. I do LA for better energy, weight loss, and to avoid potential diseases as I get older.
Great news and congrats to you because you made this happen! I totally believe the fact you prioritized yourself and your goals resulted in these good results. I look up to you, since I aim to do the same, I too do LA for better energy, weight loss, and avoiding disease (and surgery). Best quality of life is what it's about.3 -
AF tonight - tried the Ginger/Lemon Olipop over ice in a large ball jar. Super tasty, slightly spicy…..glad I picked up two. Waiting for a sale to grab more for the refrigerator in the garage.
Ended the night with Sleepytime Chamomile tea, and my fizzy warm Calm magnesium.
Accountability post:
AF - 7
A - 6
LA - 56 -
@globalhiker we have been here awhile together, and I appreciate you! Very similar goals indeed! I am sure you would agree, the journey is not a linear straight line at all, but with ups and downs and u turns, but ultimately things can change or improve over time if we keep aiming for our goals.
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Morning my LA friends.
A - 10
AF - 84 -
April:
AF - 10
A - 8
No after dinner snacking Challenge:
SF - 13
S - 5
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AF = 13
A = 5
Not sure if I’ll have a drink tonight. It depends on if I stop at the store on the way home from the hospital.
@SparkSpringtime69 I think it’s excessive too, but she’ll be in the hospital long enough to turn around.3 -
AF = 13
A = 6
Drank 2-1/2 glasses last night before hubby finished his movie and declared it bedtime.
The past few times I’ve had wine at night, I didn’t feel so well in the morning… light-headed verging on dizzy and stomach pains/nausea. I’m not drinking enough to be beyond tipsy, and I never get a hangover after that little. So, it is getting easier to go without to avoid that feeling in the morning.4 -
14 - AF
3 - LA
2 - A
Planned A night - kept it under control with 3 drinks over the course of the evening then called it a night4 -
April:
AF - 10
A - 9
No after dinner snacking Challenge:
SF - 14
S - 5
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Happy Saturday!
Finished the Decoy Featherweight low A wine last night. Very full Sav Blanc flavor for a light wine.
Am a few days behind my total AF days for April. I did start tracking exact servings in my calendar (diary style) on A days and am doing a satisfactory job here. Tonight, back to flavored sparkling waters and tea.
Practice and effort over perfection they say! I know every day is a new beginning.
May you be kind to yourselves this weekend my LA friends.
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AF = 14
A = 6
Last night was prom night for my son. I was the driver. Didn’t get home until 11:30. Also, smashed my very expensive glasses, so if this is riddled with typos, it’s because I can’t see. 🙁7 -
15 - AF
4 - LA
2 - A
Feeling good about my stats so far this month.6 -
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Flew back from Vegas yesterday and stopped at the casino on the way home...lol. Needless to say, there were drinks last night. Here's to the rest of the month being AF!!
AF- 13
A - 74 -
April:
AF - 10
A - 10
No after dinner snacking Challenge:
SF - 14
S - 6
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Started my AF diet on 04/02/2024 at 174.5#.
I've been AF for the 20 days since then and weighed-in today 04/21/2024 at 168.5#.
That's a 6# wt loss in about 3 weeks or about 2# per week.
My goal weight is 160# -- another 8.5# away
My weight has plateaued at 168.2-168.6# for the past 5 days, which is how these things go. It may occur earlier but I still estimate that it will take another 9-12 weeks to reach my goal.
We'll see . . .5 -
AF = 15
A = 6
Surprisingly, I did not drink tonight and will be heading to bed momentarily. Too much stress, and my husband has now decided I have to go back to work. (Don’t know if I’ve said that yet or not. I’ve been hoping he’d change his mind.) I just applied to a couple jobs this evening with a company where I know almost everyone.
I had to go buy reading glasses today after destroying my glasses last night. Going to the optical shop tomorrow morning to see if I can get my glasses fixed or have to buy new.4 -
Morning my LA friends.
Shooting for no booze Monday to Thursday this week. Wish me luck... lol
A - 13
AF - 87 -
Hope everyone had a nice weekend!
Saturday and Sunday were both AF! Yes, I had to kick the 😈 off my shoulder for a minute but got through! Sparkling waters mixed with Fever-Tree Lime and Yuzu were delicious while grilling outside. Did some weeding in the backyard as well. It is SO awful but necessary. Now my allergies are really kicking in.
It’s been awhile since I logged 3 AF days in a row, but that’s my plan for tonight as I help my DH cook/prep for his camp trip tomorrow.
April stats:
AF - 10
A - 4
LA - 8 (less than 2 glasses and/or low alcohol content)
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@xbowhunter you have a good plan for yourself this week!
@NonnieDoiron I admire your stats thus far!
@SparkSpringtime69 you’re doing so well with limiting nighttime snacking!
@chicbuc Welcome back, you have an excellent plan to wrap up April.
@sgt1372 you are doing great! Your effort is evident, way to go.
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16 - AF
4 - LA
2 - A
3 -
Accountability Post:
12 AF
2 A
7 LA
I decided to start tracking my LA days, which for me right now means either less than my usual amount and/or lower alcohol beer than the beer I usually drink. I think this will help me acknowlege the progress I have made since I started lurking here as a more or less daily drinker at the end of 2022.5 -
Hello,
AF - 4 day.
Going to make it AF for the rest of life. Quit for 8 months a few years back, lost 110 pounds, exercised regularly and felt better all the way around. Not saying anyone has to quit completely, just throwing out my new journey.
Good luck and stay strong to all those who are changing things up.10 -
AF = 15
A = 7
I had two bottles of wine sitting on the counter that had less than 4 oz in each. So, I finished those last night… I’m telling myself it was in an effort to declutter my kitchen, but really I wanted wine and it was all I had. 🤷🏻♀️
Glasses are being fixed, job interview today at 3:00, woke up to a nastily sick dog (had to scrub floors and didn’t even have my 1st cup of coffee), and will be making a panel skirt for my daughter’s 1920’s Bonnie of Bonnie and Clyde costume she has to wear on Friday.
Welcome to all the newcomers! And, thanks for all the inspiration and encouragement! @Michieb125 you are always so sweet to acknowledge everyone.🥰3 -
This afternoon starts a 3 day get a way for our anniversary. I have already checked out places in the area that serve mocktails.
I will have a drink or two but I want the majority of my vacation AF.
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April:
AF - 12
A - 10
No after dinner snacking Challenge:
SF - 16
S - 6
I'll be in FL for a few days so may not be checking in so much. Going to help BIL with a big moving sale (he's going to be moving in with us when his house gets sold). I'm hoping to stay AF for the whole week, but there's going to be a lot of stress and probably some drama, so I'm not making any promises to myself
Welcome to the newcomers!
I hope everyone is able to keep up the great strides you've all been making. Have a great week.
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AF- 15
A - 74 -
Morning my LA friends.
Really wanted Wine with dinner last night. I did the wait 5min thing to see if I still wanted it. I forgot I wanted it until later and didn't give in. The struggle to be AF is real!
A - 13
AF - 98 -
It soooo is a struggle!4
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@Michieb125 I have been so bad lately about posting here thank you for asking about DH
We or I should say DH had his colonoscopy last Wednesday. 4 polyps were removed ranging in size from 4mm-8mm in size. The Dr. has sent the sample off to the lab but felt based on how they looked they were per-cancerous. This is good and he assured us he removed all of the tissue. We do a follow up next tuesday where we get the lab results (I hope). Anyway he said if it turns out C then he would want to do another colonoscopy in a year, if there is no C then see him back in 3 years.
No as to A, still doing well. I sometimes or not have a 4oz pour of wine with my dinner then stop. I feel good about this. Now I do use gummies which may be just a replacement for my wine...I have thought about this, but in my defense it helps the pain associated with my arthritis.
DD (1st born one lol out of 3) is planning a 5 day vacation with us following them to WI. This is a 5-6 hour drive from our home and she is looking at waterparks/zoo's/museums etc. for us all to do. The last time we did this we shared a 2 bedroom condo in a time share in SC. As a parent and grandparent....we like a little bit more space between us the little ones. LOL they are now 8 and 14. Maybe it will be better than 2 and 8.
Next week after the Dr. appointment we are going to take off on a 'just us' vacation and go up the east coast. @MissMay we may even get as far as your old stomping grounds.1
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