LESS Alcohol ~ AUGUST 2023 ~ One Day at A Time

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  • ahoy_m8
    ahoy_m8 Posts: 3,053 Member
    Happy Friday, LA friends. @Womona what a fantastic trip! Sounds incredibly fun. Returning home full of love and the same weight on the scale is a big "W." @MissMay your vacation time will come!

    I was sorely tempted to start my weekend early last night with a glass of wine. Honestly, the only thing that stopped me is not wanting to tempt DH (AF August). Although come to think of it, he did have an AF beer after dinner and maybe he wouldn't be tempted. I dunno. All month he complained about how hard it is then last night he said it hasn't been that hard, so I'm not really sure where he is in it all. He talks about what he wants LA to look like for him, but I don't think he's landed on anything. I'll have drinks tonight. Not sure what.

    When we go to bed at 10pm, it's still 100F outside. Plants dying. It's demoralizing. One day at a time.
  • xbowhunter
    xbowhunter Posts: 1,256 Member
    Before you decide to have a drink read this info. You might just change your mind. :)

    https://www.healthline.com/health/alcohol/effects-on-body
  • mfowler883
    mfowler883 Posts: 226 Member
    xbowhunter wrote: »
    AF - 21
    A - 2

    So my spouse doesn't think I can sustain my AF lifestyle. What she doesn't know is those words have now motivated me to prove her wrong... lol

    Sounds like the best of reasons to me LOL! My wife says similar things about my self-imposed dietary restrictions...to that, I say, why? I am content to eat what I am eating now, why not continue to eat this way? It isn't so much that any particular thing is "off the table," but if I choose to eat something, I have to understand that every calorie comes at a cost somewhere. I know where the hard limits are and I'm willing to work within those limits.

    Good to see you around, @MissMay. Yeah, frozen drinks can be a mixed bag that way.

    @Womona, Germany sounds like a great trip. My mother's parents came here from there in the '30s, and we still have a lot of family there although I don't know much about them, who's who or where to find them. I'd love to go anyway someday.
    forestdweller1 wrote: »
    @mfowler883...okay, grudgingly agree with the " too much effort" on the paneer experiment. The best part was watching Catpuccino standing [ without any hooman permission ] on the edge of the sink, twirling the cheesecloth bag of curds , wondering what fresh Hell he could get into before retreating under "Mo's Mom's recliner" as an escape. His hooman decided that Trader Joe's or Tasty Bite was a better option. And, yes, many online recipies are easy and I'm using them.

    Yeah, I made my own paneer once. It was okay, but no better than store bought, if even. Catpuccino sounds a lot like Bella - she loves to get on the counter at the breakfast bar and watch me cook, despite my disapproval. I draw the line at the actual countertop, and she knows it. We don't go anywhere around the house without a spray bottle close at hand.

    I scheduled her for spaying today, she goes in on the 18th of next month, right in the middle of the typical 5-6 month window.

    Weight is staying down, which pleases me. LA yesterday, a glass of wine, and LA today, a single mezcal. Tomorrow morning, I'll take my second microdose. After the fact, I read that yes, it can keep you awake and no, it's not recommended to do in the evening because of this. All that aside, I've been feeling better. I have four remaining, including tomorrow's, so assuming the coming week leaves me feeling like I want to continue this, I'll need to reach out to a friend for additional supplies. It works out, I need to use his table saw anyway.

    -m
  • Womona
    Womona Posts: 1,787 Member
    One glass of the KC Illuminate wine last night. I kind of wish I didn’t have it, I have so much to do today (clean the house, pay bills/do budget) and have absolutely no motivation to do any of it. Today will have to be a day of just doing something small, and taking a lot of breaks. I go back to work on Monday, but want to maintain the “vacation mode” lack of stress I have now!
  • tmbg1
    tmbg1 Posts: 1,438 Member
    18 AF
    7 A
  • xbowhunter
    xbowhunter Posts: 1,256 Member
    23 A F
    2 A
  • mfowler883
    mfowler883 Posts: 226 Member
    AF today, I think that makes 5 AF, 6 LA and 15 A if I've counted right.

    I microdosed this morning, and I think it is making a difference. My wife and I run a business together, and while I usually work from home, I spent today in the office. I've found more and more in recent years that when she does things that bother me, I tend to hold on to those things, even escalating internally until I'm hyper-focused on the challenges. Today, I had my hands full, and she came to the desk with two folders that honestly, she could have or should have just set down for me to pick up and file when I completed my task. Instead, she gestured and made me drop what I was doing to physically take the folders from her. I scowled at her and told her I had my hands full and she could have just set them down, and she scowled back. Normally, this would have escalated, whether escalating between us into an altercation or just escalating internally into my usual inner monologue about how I feel about the situation. While it wasn't NOTHING, I can look at that incident and see that I processed it differently, allowing it to fade rather than holding on to it.

    I am so hopeful right now. My mindset has been....just ugh, such a dark place for such a long time and I know I need to break the cycle. I know that on a certain level, that dark place is a valid response to difficult situations and circumstances - it's okay to be unhappy about a toxic situation or to grieve in times of bereavement, but at some point, the outlook has to change. This feels like it may be the catalyst for that change.

    -m
  • Michieb125
    Michieb125 Posts: 820 Member
    Hello LA friends!
    I haven’t posted here for what seems like an eon and I have missed checking in. We have been traveling and sightseeing in different states and we’re now in Glacier Nat’l Park until Wednesday. I am seriously way off my goals for the first time since February so I am posting for accountability sake. My AF numbers are completely backwards from my regular monthly posts, ugh!

    Keeping track each day in my log book, I am choosing LA overall - bought lower A wine content (6-9 %) and keeping to serving size limits until last night. Had Merlot with a rib eye steak and did enjoy it after a 5-mile moderate hike to a spectacular lake (with elevation gain) and look out point. Last week I found the 85 calorie, 9% A, 3 carbs low calorie Kendall Jackson Chardonnay to be surprisingly good. Also was happy to find the Stella Rose at 6.5% for the first time at a little grocery store here so mixed it with sparkling water (1:1).

    The hikes have been incredible so I’m burning calories and enjoying the great outdoors of our amazing country!

    Totals: AF Days - 8
    A - 18
  • zensome
    zensome Posts: 104 Member
    10 AF
    16 A

    Was on vacation this past week and had drinks every day! Back on track starting today.
  • sarah7591
    sarah7591 Posts: 415 Member
    xbowhunter wrote: »
    24 AF
    2 A

    Passed a huge test yesterday. Attended a wedding reception yesterday with an open bar. I didn't have drop of alcohol. So nice waking up this morning without a hangover.. :)

    WAY TO GO! That is great!
  • xbowhunter
    xbowhunter Posts: 1,256 Member
    25 AF
    2 A

    :0)
  • Womona
    Womona Posts: 1,787 Member
    tmbg1 wrote: »
    19 - AF
    8 - A
    This has been a great LA month. Hope I can keep it going through September!

    You’re on a roll, you absolutely can!
  • Womona
    Womona Posts: 1,787 Member
    lobrooks65 wrote: »
    My first day here and currently living in West Virginia. I was a very heavy drinker in the past but have slowed down. I realized over the weekend that working out will help my health but drinking will not and I feel like it totally wrecks what I am doing to be healthier. Today I plan to not drink at all. I'll check in tomorrow and let you know. I loved everything that I ready from May. I think this group will help me to stay accountable.

    Welcome! This is a great group of wonderful, supportive people. We all have our ups and downs with our goals, but lots of understanding here.
  • Womona
    Womona Posts: 1,787 Member
    I did well on the LA front this weekend, but my weight is already up from when I came home from vacation! I blame the delicious Reuben I had for lunch Saturday and my husband’s homemade Bolognese sauce over pasta for last night’s dinner! Haha!

    Tonight through Wednesday, my goal is to be AF. I need to rein in this creeping weight, and eliminating / cutting down alcohol will go a long way towards helping that. Plus, making better food choices. Back to chicken and fish!
  • Michieb125
    Michieb125 Posts: 820 Member
    This month has really flown by for me.

    AF last night. A better choice after another long hike day! Not to mention that I feel great this morning and slept well.
    Taking off for kayaking and hiking to fully enjoy our last two days here.

    Totals: AF Days - 9
    A - 18
  • itladyee
    itladyee Posts: 5,388 Member
    Goals for August!
    Self-care and positive vibes ~ One day at a time
    Zig-zag calorie count - Daily Average 1400
    Success = No more than two glasses of wine per night.

    Current Streak - AF = 0~

    @mfowler883 ~ I am playing catch up so just reading your post from 8/15 and we are in the same boat. I hope you've had success getting back on track. I'm trying to get my focus back. So sorry for your double loss. I miss my pet baby too!

    @xbowhunter ~ amazing weight loss. I really like statement too... "I gave up drinking to gain my health back". That's kind of a bummer to not have spousal support. You got this!!!

    @rockinrobyn672 ~ seems several of us have hit a rough patch this month. I hope that you've been successful as well

    @Womona ~ So glad you had a wonder trip to German. Sounds awesome! Too bad they have to end!

    @tlbell1970 ~ that's a great goal!

    @lobnrooks65 ~ Welcome and much success to you!

    So....one day at time for me...as this thread say. August has been a struggle. No drinking alcohol tonight. Just do it... I think I just need to abstain for a bit.

    My house is listed on the PNL (Private Network Listing) until I'm ready to release for all to see. Meanwhile, cleaning and decluttering.

    A townhome became available this past weekend that was amazing! I fell in love and put in an offer but apparent they received a better, cash offer. It would have been tough to sell my home and meet the deadlines.

    I opted for a new (smaller) home in my same development. It won't be ready until April - June of next year which seems like a really long time.

    Success Days #
    Bonus Days #

    AF = 0
    A = 11


    The Month recap to stay accountable
    8/1 ~ 🍷🍷 Husband mad at me because I said that he wasn't taking care of health.
    8/2 ~ 🍷🍷Husband went to visit his daughter and mother so I had the evening to myself. I got dinner from Portillo's, got chocolate cake (and I really don't like cake). Watched the Bachelorette, ate my Italian sausage and only had two bites of the cake and threw the rest away.
    8/3 ~ 🍷🍷🍷 Had good intentions. Was going to make salmon and a salad, try for 2 glasses of wine and relax. Instead, had a craving for Popeyes, didn't really feel like cooking, so I had Popeyes and 3 glasses of wine. It's kind of ironic that I was talking about my husband and now I'm going down that slippery slope.....
    8/4 - 🍷🍷🍷 Struggling in the first few days of August. All I want to do is eat and drink...not a good combination, especially with my desired goals.
    I'm somewhat of an emotional wreck while processing a lot of information.
    8/5 - 8/11🍷🍷🍷🍷🍷🍷🍷🍷🍷

    My 2023 Stats...

    ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
    January
    AF = 53%
    A = 47%
    February
    AF = 29%
    A = 71%
    March
    AF = 0%
    A = 100%
    April
    AF = 14%
    A = 86%
    May
    AF = 23%
    A = 77%
    June
    AF = 27%
    A = 73%
    July
    AF = 0
    A = 100
    August
    AF = 0
    A = 100
  • tmbg1
    tmbg1 Posts: 1,438 Member
    20 - AF
    8 - A
  • mfowler883
    mfowler883 Posts: 226 Member
    Planned A day yesterday, nothing left in the house now. AF today. I think that makes 6 AF, 6 LA and 16 A.

    Caught up with my friend last night, so that was good. Should be set for a while.

    -m

  • zensome
    zensome Posts: 104 Member
    12 AF
    16 A

    This includes today.
  • xbowhunter
    xbowhunter Posts: 1,256 Member
    AF 26
    A 2

    So far so good... :smile:

    :wink:
  • Womona
    Womona Posts: 1,787 Member
    AF last night, and it was actually easy! Plus my scale went down a little this morning great motivation!

    @itladyee sorry to hear you missed out on the townhouse. However, time will fly and your new house will be done before you know it!!!!
  • tmbg1
    tmbg1 Posts: 1,438 Member
    21 AF
    8 A
  • mfowler883
    mfowler883 Posts: 226 Member
    AF today - 7 AF, 6 LA and 16 A.

    -m
  • Womona
    Womona Posts: 1,787 Member
    AF last night!

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