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2/10/10 5:49 A

everyone - just keeping in touch. WOW! There is still a lot of action on this thread.

on all your successes! I'm now 6/9 days AF and hope to continue until, at least, Friday.

Have a Spark Day Friends!

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2/10/10 5:06 A

Thanks Mimi for your encouragement and I'm glad to see you are gaining back some of you 'sanity' ... life can sure throw us for a loop at times.

on your moderation! That's one thing I don't have control over unless I'm in a social situation. When I pick up stuff for at home (which is my wine coolers and vodka lime) ... It's like I have to finish it off before I can be AF again.

Going for day 2 AF again (nothing in the house to tempt me). Placed stars in my calendar for my AF days and going to add beads to my string to post on the board as my visual of AF days to date in 2010.

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2/9/10 9:21 P

Hey all!

I've been MIA the past while - home life has taken over! Thanks to all of you who have sent well wishes for my kids and my slowly departing sanity!

It's always so encouraging to see how we all support one another on this team no matter where we're at...

SS and Kowleen - don't worry about breaking your streak - it is all learning - you're doing great!

Well, my plans for an AF February went out the window this weekend....I had 1 glass Friday, 1 Saturday and 2 on Sunday with lunch...puts me at 6 for 9 the month, and no plans to drink (and nothing in the house!) for the rest of the week at least.

I love that I moderated - but it always bugs me to 'lose' a whole AF day for one stupid glass of wine....which I mostly had to keep DH company in celebrating a big contract. Know what I mean?

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2/9/10 8:05 P

SS, you didn't sway me at all. It's funny, because I'd actually been thinking about that the last couple of days. I was starting to get a bit worried that if I stayed AF until I got to the island, that the first beer would really go to my head. The thing is, based on past experiences, I know that I don't drink nearly as much there as I do here. I think it's because I'm happier there than I am here.

Also, the 8 days proved to me that I can be AF. And if I can do it once, I can do it again.

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2/9/10 7:59 P

I hope I didn't sway you into breaking your streak KOWLEEN(I didn't mean to discourage you in any way). But you are right - 8 days is great! And you only had one glass of wine which is fabulous (like you said much better than a bottle of wine per night).

I'm AF again today and just back from my workout! Striving for another streak... let's see how far I go this time.

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2/9/10 5:29 P

So I couldn't make it to 9 days AF. I decided that I really wanted a glass of wine with dinner tonight. That and I was a bit worried by something SS said, something along the lines that 1 Banks beer would go straight to my head. I don't want to be drunk my first night in Barbados. *lol* So I poured my glass 45 minutes ago...I've had maybe half of it. And it has gone straight to my feet *lol* My toes are tingling. Oh well...8 days AF is better than drinking a bottle of wine every day :)

Tomorrow will be AF. Besides, it's not like my intention was ever to give up wine completely. Just try hard to stay AF before my trip. After tonight, I will stay AF until I get to Barbados.

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2/9/10 1:59 P

AF 2/8 - need three this week! congrats to all who are doing so well!

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2/9/10 12:16 P

SS, I don't think you should feel guilty at all! Your nine day streak is awesome! And you're right, your ration of A:AF days is fantastic. 6 days AF so far in February is something to be very proud of :)

And Cynthia, I hope you are feeling better soon.

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2/9/10 11:36 A

Back to AF today ... broke my streak on Sunday and had drinks yesterday (to finish it off). Gave in to temptations and of course feel some guilt but do feel good about the 9 day streak.

I can't seem to 'moderately' drink when I drink lol so best to abstain I suppose. I still feel good knowing my numbers are at a good ration for the month - 2 days A and 6 AF (working on my 7th today).

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2/9/10 10:19 A

Sorry that you haven't been feeling well, Cynthia.

I'm 6/8 AF for February and planning on another AF day today. The weight is slowly coming off. I even had some comments from people who hadn't seen me in a while, yesterday. That was encouraging. And DH is trying to convince me to buy a bikini for our vacation. I have NEVER worn a bikini, even when I was younger and fitter with no post-pregnancy stretch marks, so I highly doubt I will buy one now. But it was still a nice thing to say. So I'm motivated to stick with my moderation plan (for food and alcohol) and to keep up my exercise.

I hope everyone has a great day.

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2/9/10 9:29 A

Well, I think I have a grip on moderating right now, so I have tweaked my plan once again to include 1 glass of wine most days. I have found that I am still able to fit it in on the tracker, and am not overeating afterwards. I'll do AF if I can't continue it.

Great job to all of you on keeping with your programs!

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2/9/10 8:20 A

Cynthia, hope you are feeling better real soon.
So far it has been good. I drank on sunday during the game and will be drinking saturday for my daughters party staying AF the other days
Have a great day

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2/9/10 7:52 A

hey team...

just checking in... been sick so I haven't been online or doing much of anything.. hope all is well
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2/9/10 5:44 A

Still going strong at 8/8 AF February, 39 AF days in a row!

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2/9/10 2:47 A

Kowleen

Phoenix40+ - you can still have bread, pasta, chicken and fish on Allen Carr's diet, but it can only make 30% of your food total. He doesn't explain whether that is 30% in weight or calories but I guess he just leaves that up to you to work out!

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2/8/10 10:28 P

woohoo! 8 for 8! :D

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2/8/10 7:43 P

I'll be AF today.

Doobrie, I just looked up Alan Carr's diet book. Not being a vegetarian, I think that it might be a bit of a struggle for me. I do like my fruits and vegetables, but I also like my bread, pasta and chicken/fish. I bet it is a wonderful way to lose weight, though. And good for your digestion.

I'm still waiting for the Carr book on alcohol to come in. I am also working on moderation, and having very good success with the book I am reading now. Still, I'm curious to read Carr's take on things.

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2/8/10 2:42 P

I was AF last night and planning another tonight.

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2/8/10 2:16 P

to everyone for all the AF days you've been clocking up!

Today is my third AF day in a row and the third this month.

I didn't feel up to reading Allen Carr's book on alcohol as I don't want to give up completely, but I've been reading his "Easyweigh to lose weight" and I've been following that for the past few days. I think it's a great book - the basic principles are you eat 4 portions of fruit for breakfast, 70% of your total food should be fruit and vegetables and the other 30% can be made up of whatever you like, although he suggests nuts and grains. Perfect for me as I'm a vegetarian.

Hope everyone is having a good Monday.

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2/8/10 10:41 A

I'm working on day 8 AF today :D

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2/8/10 9:28 A

I didn't go overboard yesterday, just 2 glasses of wine. Plan to be AF Monday thru Thursday this week. I hope it isn't has hard as last week now that I took 3 days off. Good luck to everyone!

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2/7/10 9:11 P

AF today. Last night, not so much. I just got up from the couch and went and poured a drink, which of course led to 3 more.... I am okay with it, but I think I am beginning to realize that boredom and dread play a big part of it. My daughter was being a pain before bed. I just was really dreading the whole evening. and I turned to drinking to make it go by quicker. I guess it is a start that I found one huge motivator. I am glad that although I want to, I am not going for a repeat performance tonight. I am tired and want to sleep well.

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2/7/10 7:26 P

I'm AF today, too.

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2/7/10 7:01 P

checking in and AF, hope all is well with all
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2/7/10 5:30 P

Another week down. I made it through the stressful weekend AF !! WOOHOO!

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2/7/10 7:13 A

JUDYREE good plan for Monday to Thurs AF! It sounds like you have a good plan for your own Superbowl Party too.

DOOBRIE on your first AF day for Feb!

I'm going for my 10th day AF (and 7/7 in February). Have a SUPERbowl Sunday Team!

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2/6/10 6:38 P

Darn, not AF today or yesterday. Funny, Day 4 was pretty easy. Much easier that the prior 3. But, boom, Friday..weekend..it hit, and I had a glass of wine. Only one, but I have large wine glasses that hold 8 ounces.

Today I was sampling my dip mixes at a local liquor store with samples of all kinds of booze at every turn in the store. It was like a party. I caved again. And, unfortunately discovered some new things I never tasted before.

Tomorrow is Super Bowl, and although we do not have plans outside of the house, we will do our own little thing here. I'll plan healthy snacks, but know I will have some wine. I will not allow myself any hard liquor at home!! That is my rule for now.

I have tweaked my Feb plans to go AF Monday through Thursday at the least. If I can go longer I will. I am finding online support..and if you see the SP ads that appear on the top of the page when you go into this booze forum, you can click on them, too. mywayout.org is fabulous...tools, book and a support forum.

Good luck and kudos to all my team friends who are staying AF, or are keeping moderated!

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2/6/10 4:40 P

Currently 5/5 and seeing as how it's almost 5pm, I'm pretty sure I'll be able to get 6/6. :)

I was downtown this afternoon and walked by the LCBO...I didn't have the slightest urge to walk in. I was so pleased with myself. :D

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2/6/10 4:16 P

Having my first AF day in February -

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2/6/10 3:40 P

You are all doing
I am back at it too

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2/6/10 8:25 A

Way to Go Helene, Congrats on your 8 day streak!

I am 5/5 AF for Feb, 35 AF days in a row. Weekends are the hardest but I am armed with my herbal tea.

Hope everyone has a wonderful AF/Moderation weekend, ENJOY!

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2/6/10 7:54 A

8th day AF in a row (5/5 in Feb)!!! I checked my calendar last year and my longest 'streak' was 6 days and I'm working towards my 9th day.

My highest month of AF days was 19 days last year and I BELIEVE I will BUST that record too!

Going to post a bit more on my blog about the book I just finished reading... so I don't take up too much space here

Wishing my most favourite team the BEST weekend!

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2/5/10 8:28 P

AF today. 4/5 for February so far. With a good night's sleep (fingers crossed), I'll be ready for my run tomorrow morning.

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2/5/10 3:02 P

Happy Friday...Still AF , I have a retirement party to go to tomorrow, and I will be AF.I am going to wear my rubber band on my wrist, and if I hear that little voice trying to give me the OK to drink, I will snap myself out of it!

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2/5/10 1:42 P

I am 4/4 AF. I feel amazing, too. I can sleep so much better without alcohol. One thing you can try is melatonin. It really helps me when I am having difficulty.

I hope I can stay in this place in my head, where I am not listening to that little voice that wants to have a drink. I just love love the amount of control I have when I choose to not drink.

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2/5/10 8:57 A

I had a glass of wine last night, but it didn't taste great (may be because I'm getting a cold, or just not a good brand of wine). I'll either cook with the rest or throw it out.

My plan is to moderate, not abstain, but I have noticed that in my last few weeks of successful moderation, I seem to be losing my taste for wine. I haven't had to watch my intake to make sure not to have more than one drink an hour. One is all I seem to want. I don't know if this is a permanent thing or not, but it's interesting.

There is lots of success being shared in the posts. Well done team!

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2/5/10 8:37 A

SORRY for the 2nd post (when I came back it looked like my last one didn't take but it's a spin with a bit more to this one :-)

It's true going AF affects everyone differently. As I continue to read the book The Easyway to Stop drinking (almost done) by Allen Carr - he's pretty intense in saying how alcohol is a poison and our body adjusted to us ingesting it so to stop doing so - our body has to yet again re-adjust. Our body is an amazing vessel and it's so great to see this team taking steps to taking good care of it by moderating and increasing AF days.

The book speaks to quitting all together and I'm not sure that I will do that, but I can see myself looking at the whole idea of drinking in a different light.

It feels so good to feel good (as I embark on my 8th day AF)... I don't want to go back to those 'yuck' feelings on a daily basis. I'm honestly seeing life in a different light and also getting back to things that are truly enjoyable. Having more time to do things for me, being much more organized, further de-cluttering... makes one wonder why we ever fell into the trap of daily drinking when daily non-drinking provides so much more than that of the temporary 'buzz' of alcohol...

As I say - I am not quitting forever but will reserve drinking days for social events when I'm with others and ensure I don't overdo it so that I remain aware and 'remember' what happens during the evening.

Happy Friday Team!!

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2/5/10 8:20 A

4/4 - and last night wasn't quite as challenging as the prior days. Phew, so glad to know it gets easier!

I clicked on a SP ad and found this website...http://www.mywayout.org. It could be very helpful, they have a wonderful forum, too. You can browse without registering, but registration to post is free. It's totally anonymous.

The website has a combo of techniques to help, and apparently the amino acid L-Glutanine is helpful. I am already taking it in a colon help product. Need to research further!

Have a good AF or moderate day!

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2/5/10 8:14 A

Had 2 glasses of wine with dinner, but it was in my plan only going to drink 1 in 7 days
Im 6/7 woohoo

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2/5/10 8:10 A

2/4 AF - made my goal for the week - 3 AF days! sure wanted that glass of wine when i got into bed with my book...but i made it! now i KNOW i have it in me! hope everyone has a great weekend!

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2/5/10 6:20 A

Congrats Helene on 7 days AF!

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2/5/10 5:05 A

WOW - Everyone is doing so well! It does feel good to feel good doesn't it when we're AF!

I knew that the sleep issue was a symptom of going AF (as our body adjusts) but as KOWLEEN points out, everyone has different reactions and it's very individual. Keep at it though and KNOW for sure it will get better! It's like your body is detoxing from the "poison" (as Allen Carr refers to it in his book) that we've ingested regularly for so long. Our body is such an amazing vessel... and we're doing so great in caring for it by being AF and moderating!

I went bowling and didn't even feel tempted to get a beer even though colleagues to my right and left were having some... I noticed that many weren't too. We bowled three games (I didn't do great) but we had fun. It's amazing how beer is 'yuck' when you smell it off someone else's breath.

I'm 7 days in a row AF (4/4 this month) and going for more!

Wishing the most amazing team a Fabulous Friday!!

Helene

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2/4/10 8:45 P

it's so interesting to me how going AF affects people differently. I have had no trouble sleeping. In fact, I'm having a much easier time getting up in the morning because I'm much more rested. Mind you, the first couple of days, I was severely depressed and had a constant headache.

I am 4 for 4 today. And I feel amazing. :D

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2/4/10 8:35 P

if you stick it out, eventually your sleeping issue will resolve, you just need to be patient. I have been AF now since Jan 3 and I am sleeping like a baby now, and I wake up feeling much better then when I was drinking.

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2/4/10 7:15 P

Thanks Poopsiedoodle!

Joymc - By chance, I read something a couple of days ago about the sleep problems that can affect some people when they reduce or eliminate alcohol. Apparently it is a withdrawal symptom (I did not know this!) and it doesn't matter if you had been drinking a lot quantity-wise - it's more the regularity.

You are doing just great with your AF days - keep it up!

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2/4/10 6:07 P

Yesterday was day 2 AF. If I can get through the after dinner visit with my mom without a glass of wine today will be day 3. Still having problems sleeping. I think I'll try Tylenol PM before bed.

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2/4/10 5:58 P

Mimi - I'm so sorry the little ones are sick again. It's great you haven't come down with anything.

I'm so busy with work and these new exercise classes that I'm finding it hard to get on the threads. It's been a while.

I've been AF 4/4 days, but will have some wine with DH tomorrow night.

to everyone for all your accomplishments.

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2/4/10 3:15 P

Hey all! You are doing just

It's been a rough week - kids are sick again - DD home with a fever since the beginning of the week, and DS following the same trajectory. DH is also coming down with it - result - have not been to the gym for a week and am feeling it BAD!!!

Am AF tho - very very grumpy, but AF. 4/4 today.

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2/4/10 11:32 A

AF last night. YEAH! 3/3

Sage advice Capecoddin. Focus and control. I am trying to make that my mantra.

Judyree, hang in there!

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2/4/10 10:09 A

everyone's doing so great! had a glass of wine last night but found it to be just "ok" and i wasn't just dying to have it - and i actually stopped at one!! i'm going for 3 AF days per week, and already have two, so i'm feeling good having taken two days off completely from the vino then not going overboard when i chose to indulge! self control feels good!!

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2/4/10 8:19 A

so much better then this.........

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2/4/10 8:19 A

The team ROCKS!!!!

We are simply AMAZING!!!!

We CAN and WILL rise above alcohol and not let it control us!!! We are the masters of our body and mind and we can control when and IF we want alcohol...

ALCOHOL you are losing the battle in controlling us.. so WATCH OUT!!

FOCUS my friends and enjoy your day!

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2/4/10 8:11 A

JUDYREE hope your pain can be managed. SATINSHOES Great advice on all counts. And KOWLEEN!!!

I have my bowling outing with my workplace but planning to make it my 7th AF day in a row! With the posts and inspiration found here I KNOW I can do it!

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2/4/10 7:48 A

You are all motivating me to keep it up! Was successfully AF last night - so 3/3. It wasn't quite as hard as the prior 2 nights. But, still I kept thinking about it. Would like the day to come when it isn't a constant battle. I am still not sleeping well. Mostly because of hip and back pain and having to use the ladies room more often..

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2/4/10 5:51 A

Everyone is doing so well! What a great start to February!

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2/3/10 11:32 P

You are all doing so well!

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2/3/10 11:14 P

Yea KOWLEEN! Isn't it wierd when everything falls into place and you can just do it? I'm still AF and got a better attitude about this weekend. I know I can keep going. I'm not giving up.

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2/3/10 9:55 P

Since I'm so excited, I thought I'd share on this thread too:

Booya! 3 days AF...in a ROW!!!!!!!! I am so euphoric right now.

I honestly can't remember the last time I was AF for days at a time. Today was so much easier than the first two.

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2/3/10 9:43 P

3/3 AF.

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2/3/10 8:46 P

Good Wed evening,
AF and liking the new me, I am sleeping better now, more organized, and no cravings for alcohol.Every morning, I say a little prayer, asking God not to let me take the burden of alcohol back, then I tell my self,that I am having an alcohol free day. On days that I feel frustrated with people or events, that in the past have lead me to think how great a glass of wine would be, I snap out of it by snapping the elastic band on my wrist. Try it it works!

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2/3/10 7:45 P

AF tonight... This little four-day AF streak is the best I've done for weeks. (Sunday football was messing up my AF game.) DH is downstairs drinking a nice glass of red, but I will resist. I've got the hot water boiling to prep for a nice cup of tea.

The rest of you are doing great moderating and abstaining.

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2/3/10 3:06 P

I survived day 2 AF yesterday....why is it so hard?? I find that once I have dinner I am fine... It is during the preparation of dinner that I want to tear my hair out. I think I will try to prepare dinner earlier in the day (I work from home) and then just do the last minute things during my "trying" time. If I am sitting on the couch reading this forum, or reading about the evils of alcohol during the 4:30-6:30 period maybe I can cope easier. I'll try that tonight.

Once I do some detoxing and feel better physically I have all intention of having a glass of wine most nights. Right now I need to feel better so that I can exercise more...and then I can "afford" the calories.

Thanks for listening!

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2/3/10 12:48 P

NONODODO Don't despair ... the numbers sometimes take time to move but if you're exercising your body composition might be changing (muscles weigh more than fat) BUT they also burn more calories. Keep at it!

JOCYMC Sleep issues are not uncommon at first but they do get better. Maybe try a calming herbal tea before bed, there's melatonin, but for me when I neede a good night's sleep and fast, I took 2 gravol and slept like a baby.

I will get better as your AF days go. One day at a time is all you can do!

I'm on day 6 AF (3 for 3 this month) but not sure still about tomorrow ... let's see how strong I'll be as my colleagues order drinks and I opt out. Have my training session so I think that is what is going to make the difference! Knowing I have an appointment with someone - well I don't want to smell like a booze hound in a gym lol.

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2/3/10 10:52 A

Yesterday was my 1st completely AF day in about 5 years. It wasn't bad until I started thinking about having a night cap to help me sleep. Had some Blackberry Lifewater instead. It had the sweet flavor of a glass of wine without the calories/carbs/sugar. The big problem was I couldn't get to sleep and then I tossed & turned all night. I'm going to try for day 2 AF today. I'll be tired enough to sleep well.

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2/3/10 9:42 A

Happy Hump Day!

Since everyone's checking in.. I guess it's time I share my results. January I was AF for 25 days.. I really screwed up last week and drink both Thursday and Friday.. I didn't have the huge hangover part but now I feel like my insides are contaminated with the alcohol.. and as I've said before it takes at least 48 hours to clear the booze.. I did make it to the gym both Friday and Sunday, so that was good.

I've read some of the alternative drinks and I'm going to try soda water with lots of lime we'll see if that does that trick.

So far I am 3 Af days this month...

Gotta run so stay Focused and drink lots of water!

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2/3/10 9:39 A

day 2 AF! however...i was certain 2 (more) days of eating right, exercising, AF would make a difference on the scale this AM - DID NOT!! what am i doing wrong?!?!?

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2/3/10 7:43 A

Day 2 AF. I'm always so happy in the morning when I get there. Judyree- I have the same issue - its a certain time of day and if I can get over that hump, I am okay....
Happy Wednesday everyone!

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2/2/10 10:14 P

2 days AF so far for me for February.

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2/2/10 8:56 P

reporting in AF

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2/2/10 5:32 P

I was AF yesterday, and now is the "tough" time of the day. I want to do this...and I must! I plan to report another AF day tomorrow.

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2/2/10 4:34 P

Well, in January the first half of the month was great, and the second half was good, but not what I had planned. In total I was AF 19 days, and that is good. I started the month with the plan to be AF for the entire month, but basically caved after the 15th, although I did have several AF days mixed into the second half.

Started February by having 2 lite beers last night and now need to decide what I want for the rest of the month. Time to think it over and set a goal.

I'll let you know what I come up with...

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2/2/10 4:26 P

AF today...but i'm already getting anxious about this weekend. We're having a baby shower for my neice and lots of family & visitors from out of town.
Lots of drinks have always made it easier to deal with. I've got to figure out new ways to deal. Don't want to go back to the old ways.

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2/2/10 1:27 P

We're all off to a great start this month, I see! I have been AF for this entire month so far. ;) I know, I know... we have a long way to go. Just continue to hang in there. We're all making a good effort.

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2/2/10 12:01 P

AF Feb 1. Looks like many of us are off to a great start. WooHoo!

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2/2/10 10:31 A

yippee skippee! 2/1/2010 AF!! very happy about getting one day put away.

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2/2/10 9:05 A

1 day AF - first of many this month.

Since this is a topic that comes up a lot on this thread, I'm wondering if anyone would be interested in starting up a thread to talk about deciding whether to moderate or quit completely or almost completely?

The after-effects of my weekend indulgences are still bothering me. As has been the continuing theme over the past few months, it seems that even drinking less is bothering me more....I know that I still have a full day of feeling bloated and unsettled ahead of me....do not like this feeling.

BTW - I may be slow getting back to you all if you've contacted me - I'm having some computer issues and am not getting e-mail....

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2/2/10 8:19 A

Working on my 4th day of AF I know I can do this!

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2/2/10 7:41 A

Happy Ground Hog Day!!!

Just stopping by to say hi.. have a great week..and FOCUS!!

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2/2/10 5:18 A

Plans for a 5th day AF. I have a social outing with work on Thursday afternoon and thought - oh oh - might want a drink there, but then I remembered I booked a personal training session for that evening so let's see how that works out.

That will be 2/2 for February... wonder how long I can keep this streak going...

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2/2/10 2:35 A

Hi All,

Well, I drank it and didn't dump it. It was only one day old and I had a stopper on it so it was still bubbly.

That means, nothing more in the fridge to finish off and no excuses not to be AF. I won't struggle with this at all until Friday. Then my "weekend warrior" gene becomes dominant.

Have a great day everyone!

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2/1/10 10:11 P

February 1 AF. I am so relieved to get this one under my belt. I had about half an hour after dinner that I struggled a bit but then I just pulled up my eating plan for the day and ran the reports. There were no calories left so just seeing that in black and white helped.

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2/1/10 10:00 P

AF for me today, too. I was tempted to have a glass of red this evening. It was a cold and rainy day. But I threw on my running clothes and shoes as soon as I got home and went for my training run. It was tough, but I felt so good when I was done.

Sleep well.

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2/1/10 7:45 P

Day 1 AF is under my belt. :) I know it's only 7:45pm, but I can safely say it, because I have no alcohol in my apartment and the wine store in the mall next door is now closed.

Bring on tomorrow! :)

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2/1/10 5:53 P

Hey all!

Incredible how much goes on in just a few days on this team! to all of you - so much good stuff going on!

Well, I had a great visit with my parents this weekend - BUT - I drank much more than I should have. *sigh* I think I am still very vulnerable to emotional triggers - it was actually DH who pointed it out that if I go overboard, it's usually related to an emotional strain. Anyway, not very happy about it but gotta move forward.

Good time to start reading the Allen Carr book again!

I have no big social stuff planned in February, so want to do the whole month AF. Had 20 AF days in January - below my goal of 25, but still waaaay better than it used to be!



Edited by: MIMICOTO at: 2/1/2010 (21:13)

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2/1/10 5:04 P

, Team! Kudos to Nannie for an AF month! SeptemberSpirit, that's so good that you had an AF weekend. The rest of you are doing amazingly well.

I drank Friday and Saturday. On Friday I had a few too many. Saturday I moderated and stopped after two glasses. However, I'm proud to say that my DH drank in front of me on Thursday and last night, and I stuck to water. I made some progress. I aim to do better in February.

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2/1/10 3:29 P

I agree, dump it or can you freeze champagne? Would make great ice cubes!
Happy Feb, it was -25c this morning, not as cold as last week though. Still AF. I did a good workout at the gym today, feeling better now that the antibiotics are making my diverticulitis better.
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2/1/10 1:42 P

Wouldn't an open bottle champagne be flat now? No fun in drinking that. ;) I think you should dump it. I dumped half a bottle of wine and almost half a bottle of vodka last night. I am trying really hard for 13 days AF this month...and 13 days in a row, no less. *lol*

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2/1/10 1:32 P

Happy February!

I had too many at the wine tasting, but ready for an AF day today. I hope everyone is having a great day!
Patti

I would dump, BTW, but I don't love champagne...

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2/1/10 9:59 A

Focus is everything!

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2/1/10 9:19 A

Oh so true! I just noticed it was Champagne. I just focused on the "it's so good" part.


Edited by: EEKTHECAT at: 2/1/2010 (09:20)

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2/1/10 9:05 A

EEK, thanks for commenting on my blog by the way!


If I save it, it will be flat and tasteless after 14 AF days. It kind of reminds me of "the last cigarette". Maybe I should just finish it tonight and be glad its gone... hmmm....

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2/1/10 8:53 A

Don't dump it! LOL Save it as a reward for AFTER the 14 AF free days (or however longer you want to go).