Good luck, Peggy, that's a big step but if you are determined then I know you can do it!

Best Wishes for you!
I have a Nephew that has been sober almost one year. I am sure he has his days that are difficult, but I am so darn proud of him!!!!!
I'm proud of you too Peg!

I'm not worried about you. I'm so happy for you. I won't wish you luck, because you are making your own good luck by taking charge of your life. You really see the light and have taken it to heart. Good for you. Congratulations.

Susan

My thoughts are with you!
May good things come!

Peg,

I don't post much, mostly a lurker but I want you to know that I am really pulling for you. Sounds like you are on the right track, keep up the good work.

Judy

I'm so glad the meeting turned out to have the right people for you and you feel good there. Online friends can be just as important, and everybody here wants to see you have the best you can for yourself.

Have you checked out AA online meetings? They are there 24/7 for people who cannot get out to meetings due to physical disabilty, child care issues, or job scheduling conflicts. They are also there to help people pull through "weak moments".

Sometimes it is best to also join some sort of new hobby group where the focus is not on alcohol or alcohol related issues so that you don't 'burn out' on AA meetings as your only social outing, and lose interest.

Good luck and all the best wishes for success.

Here is a link that might be useful: AA Online Chat

More power to you! We are all proud of you. Good going!

Peg I really like your attitude, and I will be pulling for you as well.
June

Peg, good for you, gal! Dr Phil always says...."You can't change what you don't acknowledge" It sounds like you have taken the first BIG step in realizing you have a problem. I'm wishing you good luck and know there are a lot of your friends here at the KT are on your side. Keep us posted....we really really care. Dottie

Thank you everyone for your continue support. All of you mean the world to me.
I have a ton of craft projects to do, my house to paint and part-time work (have a few weeks off right now). Never at a loss for something to do. I make it a point to get out and do things, now I have xmas gifts to get done among other things. My DH is very supportive as well as his family. During our next visit I will let them know I am a very happy new AA member. The drink socially but always have non-alcoholic beverages available and never push drinks. Like dealing with my chronic depression I talk about things that affect me in the hope that others seek help knowing they are not alone in life's challenges. I am a firm believer of the saying 'when God closes one door, another one opens'. The last couple of months I have made many new friends from the forums, in person and I feel the inner spirit radiating and drawing positive people my way. I just had to listen and open my heart a little more. Next week when I get my sponsor I may look for a ride to another evening meeting which is an open meeting where members just talk. Boy have I met some terrific folk today - they've been around the block and are so positive. I feel blessed these days in so many ways.
Hugs back to all of you!
Cheers,
Peggy

what good way to start the day.

Good on you Peg. You are worth taking care of in every possible way and recognising your problem areas is a huge positive step. The group I am attending for grief issues also helps people with problems with alcohol or other addictions and I am learning what battles some people are facing. It is so important to treat yourself well in all respects - physically, emotionally and spiritually (whatever that means for each of us). You are a special, unique person and you deserve to give yourself the best possible life. You have lots of friends here who will help to hold you up when you need them. (((Peg))) Beth

Peggy, you don't know me, but I want to tell you that your attitude is that of a winner! You will win the battle over Demon Alchol because you have already made up your mind that that is what you are going to do. Know that you have many people ready to listen whenever you need an ear.

Hi Peg,

Your soul sounds so healthy right now - what a wonderful thought!! My best to you for each day ahead.

Do you keep a journal - I don't know if that is a good thing or not, according to AA or such, but thought I'd ask. I know your story may end up helping someone else take that first step as well.

Hip, hip Hooray for you! Bet you become a shining light for others.

One of our DS, sober for 15 years, still attends AA meetings. He finds solace in the meetings and had close friendships develop that have lasted through the years.

You CAN do this!
Suzi

Good for you!

Peg,
I join everyone here to tell you I am very proud of you and will offer support as best I can. I found this poem on one of my favorite websites and wanted to share it with you. Be sure you listen to the music as well.

Diane

Here is a link that might be useful: Somebody Cares

mcpeg, although you don't know me, I just want to lend my support. You certainly are in the right frame of mind. No one can make you get help, you must want it - and you do! I will watch for your posts.

The best of luck to you.
Sue

Good for you, Peggy -- my best wishes go out to you!

Peggy....just wanted you to know that you are in my prayers and I just KNOW that you will do well. You have a positive attitude and are willing to help yourself. My sister always says to look out for the good in life and think positively and the universe will reward you. Good Luck!

Peggy - you have the right attitude to succeed. My DS has 7 yrs. sober now & has other problems but not alcohol. As in all things, attitude is everything. Good luck & keep it up. I'm behind you all the way.

Good luck Peggy.

Growing up with an alcoholic Grandfather I saw firsthand how destructive it could be on the those around him. I wish he had taken that first step like you are instead of apologizing for his behaviour on his death bed.

Anne

Anne, I grew up with an alcoholic father. He was loving but when he drank we disappeared to our rooms to avoid getting caught up in any discussions - sooner or later they would always lead into verbal abuse, very, very nasty verbal abuse. I used to wish he would just hit us instead but he never did. His father was an alcoholic and both physically and mentally abusive. I avoid arguments at all costs because I'm afraid of what might come out of my mouth. I loved my Dad dearly - he really was a riot and extremely smart. It just took those odd times that overshadowed all those happier ones. I don't want to lose my life to alcohol nor hurt my DH in any manner by hurting myself. I used to be extremely funny when I drank in my 20's but with chronic depression that changes over years and alcohol really becomes more of a depressive.
I'm tired of being 'sick' in my head. I can help my overall health by working on all aspects in my life. Give a choice - I choose life and love.

Thank you again everyone for your continued support.
Cheers,
Peggy

Peg, you don't know me, I have only been posting a couple of months, lurking for many. anyway, I wanted to add my congratulations to you for your courage. You are in my prayers, and you CAN do this.

take care,
June

Peggy, Just remember, one day at a time. You only need to stay sober today. If possible, get to as many meetings as you can and get AND USE phone numbers! I won't wish good luck....because I don't think sobriety is about luck. I will wish you the willingness to work hard. I've been in the early day shows a few times, and now I'm over 12 years sober. But I only did it one day at a time. Thinking of you.

Thank you again!

Patser I don't desire to drink on a regular basis - it's more when I get depressed or have bouts of depression that is when I usually want to get drunk to feel better, sleep, name one of a billion reasons - and when I do I get further depressed, angry at myself and wish to do harm. It hurts me, my family and those who care about me to see me behave like this.

I am waiting for my booking into a winter cognitive counseling program (18 weeks) and AA is nothing short of a 'godsend' for me. I feel so happy being there and talking about it with people who understand. This was my second meeting. They are not worried about going through details with me yet - just start attending on a regular basis. Also I now have the meeting book for the city so I can drop into any meeting when I want. It's not the drinking that is so hard for me at 'this time', more the staying positive and not letting my chronic depression surface or if it does I do something positive. Being around positive people really boosts my morale. Being on a spiritual journey to take better care and seek out help just feels so right I can't get over it. I always joke about winning the lottery but money doesn't buy happiness nor fix problems. My lottery winning is life right now.

I only wish I my mother were here to share my happiness but she's busy right now catching up with my father 'upstairs'. They have 24 years to catch up on (she passed away in June).

Life is good. I have no complaints - just gratitude.
Cheers,
Peggy

Continued best regards with this good life, Peggy!

We'll all here for you.
:0)
Dee

Peggy, I admire your courage, and will remember you in my prayers. Please stay strong, and know that you have friends here who are pulling for you. Hugs!

Peggy, As a mother with a son in rehab right now and a new member of AlAnon, I am cheering for you every step of the way. Please always remember, 24 hours, you can get through this.