LESS Alcohol ~ September 2025 ~ One Day at a Time

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@chicbuc Thank you for replying. I was missing you. I'm not doing well in the LA thing either. You probably did comment on Tinker, but I've been an emotional wreck since losing her. I'm crying right now. I have a Google Desktop sidebar on my computer that shows a slideshow of pictures and almost all are of Tinker.

The new kitties are very sweet. Our boy kitty, Rascal is a lover boy and he fell in love with me. It's even hard to do anything on the computer. He want's to be held constantly. Except when he's playing with his sister. They love to play. I mentioned it before, but it's like having a couple of squirrels loose in the house.

BTW…when I lost 30 pounds or so in just a few months, I wasn't exercising at all. It was just diet.

Anyways, I'm glad to see you back! And, hopefully, we can both have some success! Keep on keeping on!

@NonnieDoiron your dedication is inspiring! Keep it up!

@xbowhunter It is a struggle. Take it one moment at a time if you have to. You can do it because I watched you do it before and marveled at your restraint!

@xbowhunter Welcome back! I've changed my username, but you do know me. I'm the girl from Oregon, US. My poison of choice is whiskey. Anyways, you did so well in the past. I know you can do it again!

@globalhiker It's amazing how your tastebuds have changed. I hope that happens to me too! It's funny…I used to drink Cuervo Gold with my friends with the salt and lime. But, for some reason, when I was in my 30's, I was at home with a couple of friends. We were planning on doing shooters. But, when I raised the shot glass up to drink it, I couldn't do it anymore. The smell was just not appealing. The ginger powder sounds interesting. I have ginger root in the freezer and a while back I started making ginger tea. But, I prefer cold beverages. So, I gave up on that idea. I'll have to try ginger powder.

Have a nice day everyone!

Over half way through the month of LESS ALCOHOL September! Every day is a new beginning for us — wherever we are!

Sending out support for those really struggling and kudos for those doing well this month.

For me, this path is a process of learning and growth, through trial and error along with regular reflection.

I find it helpful to take a step back once in a while and look at the bigger picture. Then, I’m more able to see how far I’ve come and appreciate the little and big changes.

Such excellent reminders for planning ahead and how to follow through @globalhiker-they really do work, thank you!

@xbowhunter so glad you’re back. You crushed your health goals before, you can do it again.

Sounds like a truly amazing cruise you had @chicbuc!

Using the power of pre-commitment today. Aiming for close to 15 days no wine in Sept. currents days = 8

Let’s go take on the day!

@NonnieDoiron Hey…nothing wrong with weighing everything. When I'm in "Good" mode, I do the same thing.

I hope I can get back on track again soon. I don't know why it is so hard this time. I really need to quit. My health and fitness is suffering. In the past after a few days AF it becomes pretty easy. I really just need a Day 1. I need to cut out the alcohol, eat healthy and restart exercising. The exercise part will have to start slowly. When you're not active for awhile you lose your strength, balance, coordination, etc.

I'm trying to keep up with everyone's posts. But, with daily drinking, and those of you that have been around for awhile, know that I've been having some vision problems. So, reading is a bit difficult…not to mention doing the checkbooks, etc. My problem doesn't seem to have any treatment options. I see the retinal specialist again in December. I'm hoping if I can quit drinking, maybe my vision will improve. Anyways, I'll do my best keeping up.

Have a nice night everyone!

@NonnieDoiron I totally get that! I'm the same way and I never thought that it was part of my addictive personality, but it is. I have actually had the thought in my brain that I wish I could get addicted to being healthy again. Things that make you go hmmmm

You have broken the daily pattern @xbowhunter - awesome progress!

Just think @NonnieDoiron, being addicted to logging every bite, lick and taste is (probably) much healthier than addicted to other substances. You are reaching for the stars! So inspiring!

Quebec City is on my bucket list @chicbuc!

I hope you can find the strength to take that first step you want so badly today @WestCoastGirl_7. I feel very sad that your health is suffering so much. You deserve more - maybe tap into all of the resources that can help you with your immediate situation.

@itladyee Losing your job with no notice is terrible! I hope you can work it out to just go ahead a retire and give all that extra time to your grandbaby and puppy.

Let me test uploading a pic to see if it's giant…lol.

@itladyee that completely sucks, I’m sorry. But, I do like your new hourly rate and minimums.😉

@chicbuc that’s a pretty picture!

@xbowhunter good job on knocking out day one! Praying today goes well too.

@Michieb125 like I said, it sounds healthy, but I can see how it’s really not all that good.

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