Beaches2

The first few weeks of not drinking are such a honeymoon period for me. I feel wonderful, energized, and elated!! It’s totally opposite to the way I feel when I’m drinking. I wonder if there such is thing as alcohol-induced bi-polar disorder …

Unfortunately, after a couple of months, the honeymoon seems to wear off and “life” sets in. How does one find the key to keep the honeymoon going? I catch glimpses of the answer and I believe it’s staying in love with Life. For me it’s so easy to take Life for granted and waste away the days. Then comes deep regret and remorse.

Finding purpose in the mundane, ordinary things and living in the moment seem to help me a lot.

Thanks for listening.
Be well everyone!

Hugs,
Beaches

I’m back to square one. Had some good stretches free from AL and feeling SO great. Since Christmas – not so much. Why, oh why, do we go back after feeling so much better, freer, and happier ??

I’ve been good for a week now – and feeling such an improvement (as always). I want to keep this going!!! One day at a time really seems to work best for me.

Thinking of everyone here and their journeys.

Hugs,
Beaches

It seems quiet around here. It’s been so great to read the successful posts lately. Between Ryn, Maxene and Becky it’s been such encouraging news!