Thank you to this amazing swan for her share:
I hosted the evening for my book group meeting on Friday, which, had I been still drinking, would have been extremely stressful for me- although I would have identified the stress feelings as excitement and anticipation for the evening. Normally, I would have felt excited (anxious) all day and these feelings would have been centred around the fact that I was going to be able to have a drink with friends and know they would all be drinking too.
On Friday I was completely unstressed, instead of madly cleaning all day, trying to occupy myself and make the time go more quickly until (I could have a drink) everyone arrived, I started a painting! I have wanted to do this for so long! Ok, it’s not brilliant, but so what? I had the most relaxing and enjoyable day and have found that painting really keeps me calm:)
The evening was a total success, for once, I managed to offer food and drinks around and everyone enjoyed themselves. In total there were 10 of us, the bottle count, when I cleared up -after driving someone home (what??!) was 5 empty bottles. I would dread to think what that may have been if I’d been participating, also, getting up to a tidy house, not retching all over the place and going to a craft fair made a very pleasant Saturday. Also, I mustn’t forget absolutely no paranoia and shame ridden texts to all my friends, apologising for my behaviour. Here is my very unfinished picture, which taught me a lot…
It’s great to read a turn a round like this lady has achieved. Her joy at remaining sober just shines through and she deserves to be proud. I love the painting too……this swan’s got talent!! Lots of love and good luck. xxx
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I love the story of the day/evening, and I adore the painting – so playful!
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The painting is already beautiful, although you state unfinished. 🙂 What a lovely perspective on the joys of LIVING! Very, very happy for you. Your are beautiful just the way you are. No alcohol required. Lis
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Love the painting!
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Thank you so much for your comments to this lady , I have posted them on the Facebook secret group page, much appreciated xxx
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