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Wow @MissMay what a difference 24 hours makes. We too got out today and walked at the wildlife refuse. It is about a 30 minute drive but today we got to be pretty up close and personal with this guy He or she did not seem at all bothered by us there. As a matter of fact I watched him/her walk right behind someone who was…

OMG I am so worried about all you on the East Coast!.....I get freaked out with dense fog warning along with stagnant air warning blah blah. Dry snow is much better but still.....guess if we move that way we better plan on a generator?

How are you holding up???? I get jumpy with 12" of snow. Do you get a lot of black ice too? I think I asked you that once but old age memory is getting to me

I love poached eggs, and have not tried this method but you can bet I will in the morning!

I had to laugh @MissMay your quote "Not sure where your located weather wise but there is a theory that we ate supposed to hold on to a few extra pounds in cooler winter climates." I found those pounds! It was amazing! >:) I stepped on the scale and poof there they were. I was really not laughing. But Mrs. Sock has been…

Hello to everyone, I have been mostly lurking lately so forgive my lack of personals. I had a few beers over the weekend when we had a meal out. Then for some reason last night I jumped right into a glass of whiskey or two. The why I did this? I am still baffled, but I am sure I will sort it out. Anyway I am sorry to read…

Hello to everyone, been a bit MIA, lots going on in my neck of the woods. The wagon was so steady for a long time but this week it took off like a shot. Ah well my choices, my decisions, no regrets. I have on my mirror in my bathroom that I read every morning. Be grateful for 3 things AND don't sweat the small stuff. Right…

@Lilylady3k the granddaughter is so darn cute. Is there anything better? Too bad we can't have smell-o-posts. Babies have the best smell

Hello everyone I do hope those with suspected covid are resting, and feeling better. I was to meet some gym friends on Sunday but I was not feeling 100% and one gal works in a health clinic. She felt she is exposed to often to be safe right now even though she is symptom free. I did not stay AF this weekend, well Friday…

The choice to drink the beer (Thur & Friday) I know two days in a row but I don't regret it, really. I talked with DH before we went out and I felt good about this decision. I also took a nap both days LOL. However in my past (and I mean every single time without exception) I would take that nap and get up around 5pm. Then…

Hello out there to everyone. I did have 2 beers today at a lunch out. Sheesh I had to come home and take a nap. (not that that needs encouragement) The alcohol was not planned ......and I could have sidestepped it.....but I made the decision to have the beer's. I own it. So Janiuary 10/13 days AF for me that is a win.…

@Fit_Happens_2021 Glad you are enjoying the 'Sock' family. It truly is keeping me away from temptation. Weird huh? But whats a girl to do when she falls for ......the "Sock"......in husky voice @Lilylady3k yes the sock family is growing, I will have to find another 'nip' and who knows maybe some grandparents. You mentioned…

I am happy to report I am doing well being AF....so far 9/11 days. I am surprised it is not as hard as I expected. My longest streak is 14 days and I am on my way to break my record I set last year in April. It was also the month I had 24 AF days. I think I want to break my record LOL I am beginning to wonder/worry if I…

Busy day for me, took me by surprise Af again last night and tonight. Mr. & Mrs. Sock are home with the nips. I am sure I will catch them this week and post a picture

I couldn't agree with you more! I always say just follow the money.

@looneycatblue It's ok the sock came off! Don't beat yourself up, if you can celebrate it was on for so long. @Xellercin for the link and article on the helpful apps and information Today I was AF free and it is approaching the witching hours. But as a kudo to myself we went to lunch today, one of my weekend triggers, and…

I had to laugh when you recognized the strainer as a 'pour' strainer B) I will have to give the little 'nips' some thought hmm I am sure I can find something. You know me Was a bit of touch and go with the alcohol this afternoon. Weekends right now are my danger zones. So instead of eating out at any of our local hang outs…

I have to admit I am having fun with my 'sock man/woman' and it makes me smile each day and each day makes me poke fun at my drinking. To the point I don't want to take the sock off and take a sip. So just thinking of more creative ways to dress up the bottle keeps me smiling without alcohol to have fun! Thank you to…

Well my witching hours are here and I am doing well AF. I have a bit of tonic water and bitters and that is doing me just fine. @dawnbgethealthy what amazing snow! @Fit_Happens_2021 sending long distance pats on your back then a hug! Mrs. Sock came by this evening

@Xellercin what a powerful story, thank you for sharing. I have no words to tell you how your journey moved me. I feel blessed that you graced us with your words.

Boy so many posts and I can see so much of me in every single one! From the stress, to justifying, to over indulging, to ____put your words here. I started this journey Jan 2021 and now a year later it is still daunting but not as overwhelming. I am approaching things different this year. More of being kind to myself when…

@Xellercin Thank you so much for sharing your experience with The Alcohol Experiment. At your suggestion I am also going to look at Allen Curr's book. since I just started the series so far I like it, but here it is day 3 of watching and the video quit playing. No matter what tricks I try so guess I will have to pick it up…

yes I guess you could call the gummies medicinal. I have been experimenting trying to find a good combination that does not have that 'buzz' but still gives that mild relaxed feeling yet helps with the arthritis in my hands. I made some oil infused with medicinal herbs and have some more herbs coming from amazon (they are…

I made it through the witching hour last night but the sugar cravings did me in! Last two nights in a row I have over indulged in almond roca. And I do mean OVER indulged. My weight AF has jumped 2.4lbs. This is not water weight, but I am happy to say I am optimistic about cutting back on alcohol. I am enjoying the TAE but…

LOL @MissMay sock man does not say much but happy to see I am AF so far tonight. The witching hours have just begun

That is a great idea! the guessing game.....oooh random thought what if the 'sock' people do indulge a time or two. Does that mean they behave badly and start a strip sock tease???? but only giving peeks? hahaha. Would that leave to regrets in the morning, or a gleeful grin and being naughty? Sometimes I think my mind gets…

I am still laughing at the sock man on the whiskey bottle..... If this is to become the mascot, we need a great name. After all he is the defender in my house of the bottle. suggestions? or just continue to let him pop in when he/you need a bit of a reminder. Kinda reminds me of a mom figure giving me that 'look' just…

@dawnbgethealthy I love the snow pictures, I even like to shovel it is a great great workout. But I don't like driving in it hehe

@Lilylady3k Congratulations to the new one in the family! I have one on the way at the end of February and I could not be more excited. I know this will be my last grand baby. So I will have a total of 6 grandchildren by the end of February. My DD3 is not revealing the gender until birth. So good for her! The sad news all…

Wow the commitment on this thread is awesome so far this month! Because of so many of you I started the TAE today. @Mouse_Potato I also find if I approach it as a one day at a time, and sometimes even 1 hour at I time I am having better success. Before I would wake up each day after drinking promising myself that was the…