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So last night I stuck to my plan, until... I didn't. I actually went to the Volksfest, came home and made dinner for my son and then went back! But, no regrets, I got to spend some time with one of my brothers who I don't see often. Back on track today, definitely AF today so that is 3/5 AF days for me so far this month.…

I was successfully AF on 2/2. Last night (2/3) I went to the Volksfest and tried the Kolsch from a local brewery which was very good, then 2 IPAs and ate Schweinebraten (braised pork roast) with saukerkraut. Everything was really good but the meat was pretty greasy. Came home and had a couple more beers (why do I do this?)…

Hello! I was AF last night. Feels good to start the month off on the right track. Today is my "Friday" since I don't work Fridays and it is always tempting to have a few beers but my son still has school tomorrow and I always get up and cook him a hot breakfast so it's not like I'm able to sleep in. We have a Volksfest in…

I am back for this month. Did ok last month, ended with 15 AF days which isn't great but is also better than what I was doing a few months ago, so progress! For Feb I am going to set a 16 AF day goal. I am going to try to make time to read these posts more and also post more myself. This is a great group of people and I…

Ended up going out Friday so ended up having a few beers. I don't go out often so it's all good. Yesterday was AF and plan for today and remainder of the month to be AF.

I love reading everyone's posts but have trouble keeping up! I work 4 ten hour days sitting at a computer, so on my days off and after work, the last thing I want to do is sit at the computer but it is worth it see read everyone's check ins. I am currently 12 AF days out of 26, less than I had hoped at this point in the…

@Lilylady3k I can relate on catching up on the AF days. I got a little de-railed over the long weekend. Back on course today. Dinner will be leftovers and going to bed at a decent time. I have noticed that when I do drink alcohol I tend to stay up late for no good reason which only interferes more with good sleep.…

The weekend somehow got away from me but I'm back. I have 7/15 days AF. Today will be AF for sure, need to get the balance in the other direction, more AF days than A days. Hope everyone is having a great day! We finally got some sun here so I took a nice walk with my mom up to the Abbey in our town.

@mfowler883 I had the some of same thoughts about the NA beers and almost didn't bother even buying any thinking it was a waste of money however, your praises for some of the ones you have tried inspired me to try some myself and I have been pleasantly surprised. I also was afraid that it would trigger me to want a "real"…

I get so distracted reading everyone's posts that I forget to post my numbers. I am currently 7/12 AF, which is right on track. Hope everyone is ready for the weekend!

@GeeBee08505 I don't think you sound like an alcoholic, you sound like a habit-holic! I can totally understand not wanting to go to a place where you have instilled habits like sitting at the bar with your favorite drink. Maybe next time you can go but sit at a table instead? Or chose a different place for your date night…

Thank you for these thoughtful posts. It has gotten me thinking too, I noticed that this thread was NOT in the challenge section and I have to say that I think it makes more sense, at least for me. I am trying to practice moderation and mindfulness about when and why I consume alcohol so calling it a challenge doesn't feel…

I usually like to have a beer or some wine while cooking but managed to skip it last night. Tonight will be leftovers so that temptation won't be there. Today I am trying a Wellbeing Intentional IPA. It has more of a malty flavor than what I usually drink but it is really good and so far tastes the most like "real" beer…

Hi, I found this thread way back in November and have been lurking ever since. I used to belong to a thread like this some years ago on Sparkpeople and was able to change habits for the good. For a number of reasons, I am finding myself needing to change habits again. Everyone here is so friendly and supportive, I am glad…