[caron]

Good evening everyone.  First day back to work today.  I had a good day.  When I got home I crashed.  I feel like I have a hangover. Maybe I do.  Its called a holiday hangover.  Need to detox.  Get exercise, and start eating right.  healthy body = healthy mind. 

[caron]

Bettie, Awareness is good. We can not move forward if we do not acknowledge and accept.  You are going through alot right now. Get back up, dust off.  Keep going, one foot in front of the other.  Recovery is a process. 

[caron]

some days I feel so helpless.  I am working so hard  and one little mention, gets me going.  I am happy to say I put barriers in place so the damage wasn’t as bad as it could have been had I not had learned some tools.  I won’t give up because I know what it feels like to be gamble free, and I know how destructive gambling is. I know where it can take me if I give in to a full blown relapse.  I will get through this.  One day at a time. 

[caron]

Cat, Glad you came back. I know how you feel.  I had another little slip too. Went with mom and daughter yesterday. A situation presented itself.  I resisted initially, but in the end I wasn’t strong enough to say no.   I don’t want to end up where I was, so I will  keep coming back here.  It helps.  I didn’t gamble today.  I am a compulsive gambler.  I can not win, because I cannot quit.   I will not give up trying.  Never quit, quitting.  I’m here with you.  This will pass, as long as we keep connected.  I am so happy I will be back to work tomorrow. Back to routine.  One Day At A Time

[caron]

The past keeps it real for me.  We can look back at where we were, and see how far we’ve come.  I am happy to hear you are doing well in recovery. 

[caron]

Sunny,   I have regrets too.  wishing I had not wasted my time and money gambling.  I acknowledge the feeling and let it go.  We can’t undo the past.  It is the past.  Recovery is a way of life. It is a new way of thinking and acting.  It works if we work at it.  It is not easy.  But it is the only way.  Keep strong, Keep focused.  You are doing great.Life is what you make it, always has been, always will be.

[caron]

Cat  I did the same thing.  Your story is mine.  and many others here.  The important thing is to get back on track.  Yesterday is over and done.  There is not a thing we can do about it.  Just learn from it.  Maybe we need stronger barriers.  I know I do.    We can do it. 

[caron]

Grace, I hope you are feeling better today.  I am thinking of you.  I wish you a happy new day.  ODAAT

[caron]

Happy New Year Vera.  Thank you for all you do!    A new year. A new beginning.  Peace and Joy to all.

[caron]

Hi Hope   Happy New Year.  15 min till new year here.  I am grateful for this past year.  It is the year I came to my senses and stopped the madness.  I am looking forward to the year ahead.  Thanks for thinking of me. 

[caron]

Hi Bettie,  Im reading that book right now.  Living and learning to let go.  I am excited for the new year.  Wonderful things come when you practice gratitude, and positive thinking.    Happy New Year!

[caron]

Hi Bettie,  I am trying to stay away from the kitchen too, but no use. My livingroom and kitchen are attached and  I am still on holidays. I bought myself a workout video, a gift for myself.  I haven’t opened it yet. Oh well, I will have to make a plan for after the holidays.  I think I need some retail therapy.  But that will have to wait too.  I am enjoying the time off.  But I miss the work routine.  I feel like a yo-yo one minute I have energy, the next I don’t.  One minute I am happy, motiviated the next Im sad, and feel like something is missing.  This too shall pass.  Thanks for your support this past year.  Love hearing from you.

[caron]

Hi Bettie  Standing up for yourself takes courage. Each time we do it, it gets a little easier, we get stronger, and feel more confident.  I am happy for you.  Way to go! Life is what you make it, always has been, always will be.

[caron]

Hi Bettie,  Good to hear from you.  Be gentle with yourself.  Select the thoughts you will nurture.  Think about what you have accomplished.  Not smoking, not gambling.  That takes hard work, courage and determination.   Life is what you make it, always has been, always will be.

[caron]

Betty, The ornament may be gone, but you still have the wonderful memories of you dad. Hang on to that thought.  He is there with you always, especially now, when you are going through so much.  Take care 

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