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  • Walela617
    Walela617 Posts: 1,194 Member

    Hi everyone,

    Happy Weekend! Whoops, I slipped up and drank alcohol yesterday!🙄 Though it was NOT a "binge", I promised everyone that I would stay honest and I am committed to that pledge. (I think I ended up having two beers and two cocktails - I'm guessing here, because I misplaced the receipt from the second place I visited.)

    I will not drink this weekend (not going anywhere), but I have decided that I will reset my Sober Time account on Monday, May 5th and will celebrate my Soberversary each year on Mother's Day! (I really like that idea.)

    Incidentally,May 5th is NATIONAL SILENCE THE SHAME DAY!

    On May 5th, "National Silence the Shame Day" brings an opportunity to continue the conversation about mental health and wellness and erase the stigma associated with mental illness. (Seems fitting, doesn't it?) I think so, because addictions are often a coping mechanism used in an effort to ease feelings of mental and emotional distress and getting and staying sober are key components of developing emotional and mental wellness. So here I go!

    Today turned out to be a beautiful day in Boston! It's partly cloudy and 85° right now!

    Have a nice weekend.

    💗 Carole

  • RubyRed427
    RubyRed427 Posts: 4,500 Member

    Hi Carole,

    Thanks for sharing! May 5th- National Silence the Shame Day- I didn't know about this. It is very important to be empathetic to those suffering in silence. Addiction, in my experience, is a shameful lonely experience. But this is our safe place to share our feelings and ups and downs.

    It rained all weekend for us and it was so chilly. We had a big party at my house for a family birthday. It was such fun. I did not overdo it, and as the host, I am relieved. I also took some great photos of the event as well.

  • Walela617
    Walela617 Posts: 1,194 Member

    Hi everyone,

    No alcohol yesterday or today, but as mentioned above, I'm starting my count over tomorrow, Monday, May 5th. (Let's see how long I can meet the streak going THIS time!)

    Happy Birthday to your family member, @RubyRed427! I'm glad you had fun and didn't overdo it! We've got rain today. I still have all my windows open, though. The air is nice.

    My weight has gone up over the last few days, but I will fix it.

    Enjoy your day and evening,

    💞 Carole

  • SunnyDays930
    SunnyDays930 Posts: 1,742 Member

    The last 2 days I have had LESS alcohol, but drinks none the less. I will have zero today and would like to do that all week.

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