LESS Alcohol ~ NOVEMBER 2024 ~ One Day at A Time

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  • Womona
    Womona Posts: 1,770 Member
    SparkSpringtime69 wrote: »
    That was the good news for me this week. Bad, actually horrible news is that my dear SIL passed away last night. She was 78, died from smoking. Of course that's not what the doctor's will list as the cause of death, but that is what killed her.
    Anyway, I'm feeling very down today, but won't be drinking. I have to pick my DH up from the airport tonight, and I never drink when I have to drive.

    Oh, I’m so terribly sorry for your loss! It’s so tough to lose someone you love so much. Grieving is a one step up, two steps back process. Big hug to you!
  • SparkSpringtime69
    SparkSpringtime69 Posts: 1,219 Member
    xbowhunter wrote: »
    SparkSpringtime69 wrote: »
    @xbowhunter HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!

    Im not 60years old but I did hit 60 days alcohol free... lol

    Ooops, totally misread that.
    Happy 60 days AF!!
  • annliz23
    annliz23 Posts: 3,735 Member
    SparkSpringtime69 wrote: »
    That was the good news for me this week. Bad, actually horrible news is that my dear SIL passed away last night. She was 78, died from smoking. Of course that's not what the doctor's will list as the cause of death, but that is what killed her.
    Anyway, I'm feeling very down today, but won't be drinking. I have to pick my DH up from the airport tonight, and I never drink when I have to drive.

    So sorry for you loss, hang in there and think about the good memories you shared.
  • Michieb125
    Michieb125 Posts: 790 Member
    @itladyee SO great to see you back, you are an important member on this less alcohol thread! That’s why we’re all here, to support each other.

    @SparkSpringtime69 sending a big hug over the loss of your SIL. Remember to take care of yourself through this difficult time.

    @xbowhunter Happy Birthday! You have a lot to celebrate especially with your resolve to quit drinking! Woo hoo 🎉

    I’ve had better months with more AF days myself, and will again, but I also need to celebrate that I have created healthier habits and cut WAY BACK going on two years. I have lots to be thankful for and you are all part of that! I know I couldn’t do this without you.
  • SparkSpringtime69
    SparkSpringtime69 Posts: 1,219 Member
    Thank you all for the kind condolences and hugs. It has really helped me through today. <3
  • NonnieDoiron
    NonnieDoiron Posts: 324 Member
    AF = 7
    A = 7

    Still tired… dog woke me up at 2:30 this morning barking because hubby left him outside when he came in to use the bathroom. 🙄

    Stopped at the store tonight for a bottle of wine, so I can sit by the fire and enjoy it tonight.
  • SurferGirl1982
    SurferGirl1982 Posts: 374 Member
    @SparkSpringtime69 I haven't been posting much. I'm going through a bit of a rough patch myself.

    But I wanted to say that I am so sorry to hear about you SIL...so sad!

    Please take care of yourself and your family...Hugs!
  • chicbuc
    chicbuc Posts: 616 Member
    @SparkSpringtime69 So sorry for your loss. Take care of yourself.
    @SurferGirl1982 Sorry you're having a tough time. Take care of yourself, also.

    Checking in with my wine habit. I've definitely had more A days that AF days lately. We had some friends in town this week that we've met for dinner and drinks a few times. We might go to another friend's bar to watch the fight tonight which would involve drinks, but then I'm going to shoot for AF for the 10 days leading up to a camping trip to north Georgia for our youngest daughter's wedding.

    Have a great weekend, all!

    AF = 8
    A = 7 (including tonight)
  • Michieb125
    Michieb125 Posts: 790 Member
    @globalhiker a big obstacle course! I like that. You are truly inspiring with your incredible AF days.
    Hope you enjoyed your run the other day. I’ve always admired runners!
  • Michieb125
    Michieb125 Posts: 790 Member
    @chicbuc great to see you here today! Congrats on your youngest daughters upcoming wedding!

    The scale is finally back down at a reasonable number - that’s motivating for me to see when I have been working on sticking to calories and my personal limits.

    On that note, while at the grocery store the other night, I bought 6 bottles of the Kendall Jackson low alcohol Chardonnay on deep discount (never seen it for $10.00 - usually $14-$15). Put them in the wine refrigerator. It’s very light and two is enough for 170 calories and 8% total on a wine day. Had this a few times this week. I’m going to look for the zero proof red wine someone mentioned recently.

    I am committing to NA today and tomorrow and have some new sparkling waters and caramel apple celestial seasonings tea awaiting.

    Going to get outside for a nice long walk soon and get organized around here.
    Let’s make it a great day, today!
  • xbowhunter
    xbowhunter Posts: 1,223 Member
    Great job everyone! :)

    AF - 61
    A - none since Sep 15th 2024. :)

    Just a little side note here. Back on Sep 14th when I had my last drink, I was 165lbs and feeling just awful pretty much every day because of my daily drinking habit.

    Now I am down to 142lbs and feeling energetic and focused all day and my sleep is 100% better. :)

    So, if any of you are wondering what life would be like alcohol free there is a bit of a snippet to what you can expect.

    This Christmas will be very interesting because it will be my first time ever not drinking. I will need to stay busy and, on my game, to put certain people in their place when they give me the usual peer pressure to conform to their desire for me to poison myself again. I can see a few heated debates are coming but I am ready and will not allow anyone to disrespect me for their own gain. I will not be be dragged down to their sad and miserable level. :)

    Cheers and have a great weekend everyone. :)





  • itladyee
    itladyee Posts: 5,292 Member
    @annliz23 ~ you've got a lot going on, and I feel for you. Do the best you can. @michieb125 had some great suggestions to deal with the stress. Do what works for you at this time. We are hear to support.

    @breathe57103 ~ I hope you are enjoying your grandbabies!

    @surfergirl1982 ~ It rained Wednesday but it was the first time in a long time and I don't expect any more until a light shower on Sunday. The weather is a little odd for this time of year, but I'm not complaining!! The key thing in this challenge is to not throw in the towel, keep trying and you will get there.

    @SparkSpringtime69 ~ Congrats on 4 days vacation, AF! You are right about the habit part as sometimes I'm cracking open a bottle of wine without any thought. So sorry to here about your SIL.

    The good news is have my grandson this weekend. That is pretty much a guarantee that I will be AF. Sometimes he can be a handful, though, and I might want a glass of wine once I finally get him down...but it will definitely be a LA day if that's the case.

    AF = 1
    A = 13
  • SurferGirl1982
    SurferGirl1982 Posts: 374 Member
    Thanks @chicbuc You hadn't posted for a while and I was hoping you were OK. Happy to see you back!

    @itladyee I can't believe you're having better weather than us *LOL* My mom grew up in Erie, PA. She used to complain about the cold. But, mostly the wind. I guess the wind coming off of those lakes can be a bit chilly! I was there twice when I was young (but it was summertime). I had two uncles and aunts that lived there. It's very pretty.

    Don't worry, I'm not going to throw in the towel. I will get back to where I was. The only thing is that most of you are deciding if you should have one glass of wine or two. I'm back to waking up at 2 o'clock in the morning and mixing a drink. Eventually, I'm able to go back to bed. That's not how I chose to live. I WILL get over this!

    And @xbowhunter you are very motivating. Even though you are now NA, it's nice to hear from you. It gives some of us hope...like me!

    Thanks for all of your support!

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