LESS Alcohol ~ APRIL 2024 ~ One Day at A Time
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AF = 20
A = 9
Right there with you, bowhunter. Casino got me again last night, BUT, I only had 2 small glasses at dinner and 1 very small one out on the floor, so less than a bottle. That's good for me...lol.
NOW, I'm going to finish out the month.3 -
April:
AF - 14
A - 14
No after dinner snacking Challenge:
SF - 20
S - 8
Did pretty well in the snacking area while I was away, but went way overboard on the wine 4 of the 6 days
My goal for April was to be AF 50% of the days, so I'll probably be close (I think I'll probably be drinking tonight and maybe tomorrow and then start in May with a new, higher goal). I'm pretty happy that I'm this close to 50% with all that's been going on.5 -
AF Diet: End of April Report
AF -- 28 Days from 04/02/24-04/29/2024
Starting Weight: 174.5#
Current Weight: 166.7#
Weight Lost: 7.8#
Current Wkly Rate of Loss: 1.95#
Goal Weight: 160
Revised Target Date: June 15, 2024
Exercise: Rowing 5x/wk --10k meters, 70 mins & 500 cals/day
Net Cal Intake: ~1500-1600/day
Primary Diet changes: No alcohol of any kind. Smaller portion sizes.
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Took a 5 mile hike yesterday at our nearby local state park and logged over 12,000 steps by the end of the day. There were so many wild flowers and lovely creeks running with water! Just what I needed for the day. Then, made a nice welcome home steak dinner for DH. Had some good unplanned white wine - stayed within limits….but I’ll have no issues with ending the month AF. It’s a perfect day to begin all over again, and Monday! Hope to see you on the May thread!
Final stats for April!
AF - 13
A - 8
LA - 9 (less than 2 glasses and/or low alcohol content)
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Thanks @MissMay for being the strong leader and outstanding example for us on this Less Alcohol thread. So sorry about your accident while on that beautiful and luxurious vacation . Maybe it’s a sign and now IS a good time to exit from a job that is not serving you any longer. Sending healing vibes.
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I've been MIA for the entire month of April. I didn't want to come in here posting A days back to back to back!
Mid-March, I threw in the towel with the plan to get back on track in April. Someone mentioned not being able to string two AF days in a row, that was me as well.
I went AF on April 1 and 2, and magically, mysteriously, that ole daily habit of drinking wine returned. Well, I guess it returned in March. The only good thing is that it was not always in the quantity that I am usually guilty of ( 1 - 3 glasses vs 3 - 5).
At any rate, last Monday, I said "enough" and went AF for five days. I had some wine over the weekend, but now there's none in my house, and I don't plan to buy any for a while.
April
AF = 7
A = 23
Actually, April was better than my March so I guess I'm headed in the right direction and looking at great numbers for May.
All of you here are doing an amazing job and sometimes that's just showing up. I did catch up on the post. My belated support for those going through health issues (family members included), People Issues (let's all retire). And Kudos to those really crushing it!
I will be back on the board in May.11 -
@itladyee I feel you! But you showed up and that’s what matters most.
I also had an awful (or what felt awful) March and slightly better April.
See you in May!4 -
@MissMay So sorry you fell! That can be quite a shock to the system when you fall!
I hope you will feel better soon. Rest, elevate and take Advil. I hope you are on your feet again soon. Your work will definitely miss you!! This may give you time to look for other prospects.2 -
19 - AF
6 - LA (LA = 1-2 drinks)
4 - A2 -
16 AF
10 LA
3 A
Doing better with less but need more AF days. Will do better in May.3 -
I have to put my old dog down today. I have not been drinking and will not drink tonight. I will be fully present for the procedure then sit in my feelings of sorrow after. I will not numb them. I will honor her by feeling my love and gratitude for her life, and then the grief, because as you know, grief and love go hand in hand.7
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@SunnyDays930 I am so sorry. It is the worst, but you are doing the right thing for your baby. Doesn't make it easier, though.
Ending this month with a win. I don't expect to do better next month with 3 scheduled short cruises, but this month has helped me slow down and realize I do not need to make sure I have enough wine in my fridge to get me through the night. In fact, I have not had one glass of wine at my house the entire month. Wow. If you knew me, you'd know that THAT is nuts! See you in May!
AF = 21
A = 9
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Michieb125 wrote: »Thanks @MissMay for being the strong leader and outstanding example for us on this Less Alcohol thread. So sorry about your accident while on that beautiful and luxurious vacation . Maybe it’s a sign and now IS a good time to exit from a job that is not serving you any longer. Sending healing vibes.
You took the words right out of my mouth!!!!!! Yes, sounds like a blessing in disguise. Sorry for the knee pain, but still!1 -
SunnyDays930 wrote: »I have to put my old dog down today. I have not been drinking and will not drink tonight. I will be fully present for the procedure then sit in my feelings of sorrow after. I will not numb them. I will honor her by feeling my love and gratitude for her life, and then the grief, because as you know, grief and love go hand in hand.
I’m so sorry to hear you are going through this. It’s always so tough even when you know “it’s time”. Sending hugs, and kudos to you for not drowning your sorrows.3 -
Back at it again. Time to dry out... lol
A - 18
AF - 112 -
SunnyDays930 wrote: »I have to put my old dog down today. I have not been drinking and will not drink tonight. I will be fully present for the procedure then sit in my feelings of sorrow after. I will not numb them. I will honor her by feeling my love and gratitude for her life, and then the grief, because as you know, grief and love go hand in hand.
Oh Jen if I could give you a real hug I would. The devotion to your passing pup with you staying AF is so admirable. You need to remember everything about their life. Good, bad and hurting. Sending many healing thoughts and condolences. XO2 -
SunnyDays930 wrote: »I have to put my old dog down today. I have not been drinking and will not drink tonight. I will be fully present for the procedure then sit in my feelings of sorrow after. I will not numb them. I will honor her by feeling my love and gratitude for her life, and then the grief, because as you know, grief and love go hand in hand.
@Sunnydays930 ~ this makes me so sad. I had to do the same back in July and it wasn't expected. Sudden onset of diabetes. I am so sorry.2 -
Oh April, the month that brings us showers for beautiful flowers throughout May.
I did have a bit of precipitation on some days in April. Thanks goodness no down pours (funny less alcohol play on words) LOL
Alcohol - 6 days
No Alcohol - 24 days
March was dryer by 3 days for me, probably because I planned ahead for some celebration drinks here in April.
Overall remembering some of my anniversary months before joining this LESS ALCOHOL thread in 2018 had me cringing in shame of my former self.
This month I even refused a few drinks hubby want to give me. WIN WIN
So looking forward to stepping over onto our May thread
Here is the link to click to get there-
https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10914495/less-alcohol-may-2024-one-day-at-a-time#latest
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AF = 19
A = 11
Haven’t drank yet today, but I’m going to mark it an A day just because of MIL BS. Not horrible April stats. Only one of those days was a full bottle of wine. The others were 1-2 glasses.3 -
19 - AF
6 - LA (LA = 1-2 drinks)
5 - A2
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