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    I just celebrated a year sober!! I have struggled with addiction for years and this past year has been an absolute miracle for me. Last summer, I found myself out of control, (again) and I checked into detox and then went to a 28 day program. It hasn't always been easy, but it's easier than living the way I was living.

    I know there are a few people who have had similar experiences, and I wanted to share my sucess with SW. A strip club isn't the easiest place to stay sober, but I went back to work about 5-6 weeks after rehab, to a club that serves alcohol. At first I had them bring drinks "with a cherry." Sometimes they start to put a splash of alcohol in the drink to comply with ABC laws, so I only drink bottled water at work.

    Anyways, I'm really grateful to be sober.
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    Congratulations! Thanks for posting your success story!

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    congratulations!

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    Congrats, and I'm sure you'll serve as inspiration to girls who are currently struggling. Thanks for posting this!

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    Indeed, congrats. Getting and staying sober is so hard. Good luck to you, and may you get to two years, ten, and beyond.

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    Thanks. I mean I don't want to get a big head about it. I take it one day at a time...
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    Congratulations! Your story is very inspiring. Keep up the good work.

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    It is so nice to read this! It can be such a struggle for some people..., I know I am going through it. I would love to PM you if that is ok.

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    Of course. I should add that I first tried to get sober over 5 years ago. I stuck with it for a while (so, this year isn't the longest I've been sober). I was around 20 months sober, then relapsed. I've had people tell me relapse is part of recovery, and I always wanted to smash their faces in. It's true though. It's what we (alcoholics/addicts) do.
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    Congrats. You are taking steps in the right direction=)

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    Wow, congratulations!

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    Congratulations!
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    That's awesome! It's an everyday struggle, keep going strong!

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    congratulations!

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    *standing O*


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    That is so wonderful for you! Congratulations!

    There are three people in my family I wish would do it. One has cut back to "only" six beers a day, which IS an improvement over two fifths a day, but not what you've done. The other two continue to drink as much as they can get as often as they can get it.

    So, I've never had to sober myself up, but I've been close to it and know what a great accomplishment this is for you. Again, congratulations.

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    Congrats hunni!! I know this couldn't have been easy but I hope you know how proud all of us are for you!
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    Congrats you go girl!

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    That is awesome girl!! Congrats! Keep up the good work.

    It will get easier. Just take it one day at a time. Before you know it, the very things you were once addicted to will repulse you.

    Whatever you do, don't give up.

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    Congratulations
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    Good job. Keep it up.

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    That is fantastic! Be proud! Stay strong! and I don't know ya but I am very happy for you!

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