The Brave Babes Battle Bus - Starting the Summer Filled With Luscious Mocktails.

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Hello, I'm Mouse and I used to drink far too much. Too much vodka to be exact, then too much wine, then too much cider....... you can imagine how it went.

This Bus is full of people like me, and people like you actually. Sober people, drinkers, a few not surers, and those who are simply 'somewhere'.

The one thing that we have in common is that we can/do/did/will abuse alcohol.

Some for a number of years, some months, some for their entire adult (and before) lives.

The support here is for everyone. Those in AA, those who are taking medication to help, those going it alone, those with the support of others. We're all here for the same reason.

Why not come and say hello? We are all so very different in our every day lives but we all have a common theme.....

And, for those who want to see where all of this began 2 years ago, HERE IS a link to all of the past Bus rides.

SOMA I'm looking forward to tomorroe

Take care Soma xxx

I've loved reading your posts soma - such a demonstrable change in how you write about yourself. It's lovely to have seen it happening .

I understand about posting less on here - it can take over a bit. I just can't seem to let go though. Keep in touch x

Hope you're doing all right Silver (all things considered) x

Hello everyone

It's funny I'm coming back today as Soma is taking a holiday - take care ma'am, perhaps your name should change to SoberSoma?

2nd AFD in a row for me, DH is out with mates and I'm enjoying the peace and quiet.

My step-uncle died today surrounded by his family. He was a hellraiser for years, and I became quite close to him when he joined the rooms. The last time we spoke he was a drunken PITA, however he spent his last months sober and I'm grateful for that. It's likely that his cancer was a result of his past drinking.

It's occurred to me that, if he could stop drinking (his drinking made me look like an amateur), I can too. I don't have to get cancer to live better and look after myself.

Much love to all, I am going to raise a glass of water to Uncle G. I will be back :)

xxx

I'm having a pre-birthday drink of wine.

It doesn't feel magical or fantastic, just different from usual. Maybe I'm slightly more relaxed. But it also makes me feel hot and sweaty. I won't get to bed so early.

And I will miss my hot chocolate tonight! (seriously!!)

soma I will really miss you and alfie you have been a great inspiration as we started out around the same time. Best wishes to your future health, happiness and sobriety.

Happy Birthday to you...
Happy Birthday to you...
HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR JOEEEEEEEEEEEY!!!!
Happy Birthday to you!

Raising a cup of to the memory of your step-uncle, Sunny.

Good luck, Soma and best wishes for a sober, happy future.

Thanks Mia.

And Happy Birthday Joey! What are your plans for today?

Happy birthday Joey. Did you stop at the one glass? Was it all that you thought it was going to be? Experiment results please

What a journey this is, stopping drinking, controlled drinking, embracing life, dieting, running, getting fitter, dog training, child rearing, dating, sober sex, safe medication, pain relief, fashion, underwear, weddings, funerals, chistenings, we've had them all and so much more.

What a strong tapestry of lives. just a snippet here and and quick posts there, all comes together with compassion and humour. You babes are amazing, each and every one of you. No wonder there are so many inspirational stories.

Every post has something for someone, even when we think we're taking, we are still giving back. You're never alone on this bus. I'm going to miss you Soma, pop back occasionally won't you and give us an update?

You too Isinde. Don't make me write more 'poetry' . . .

Hi to everyone, this is only my second posting but am enjoying reading all your messages and the solidarity among you all. After my first posting on Thursday I spent my first evening in months without wine, infact I shaved my legs and put on my fake tan (can never be bothered after the first glass of wine) and slept much better. Then after a smug Friday and a productive day, I drank far too much on Friday and again last night. My body confidence is very low as the amount of wine I am drinking makes losing weight impossible, my depresssion is worse after the effects of wine and as i write this I feel bloated and hungover, then why oh why do i keep reaching for the bottle? I suspect it might be bit of boredom and nothing beats the warm glow of the first glass (drank quickly). I want to be slim and happy and healthy to enjoy my family and like myself, i am getting annoyed with myself now because i know what needs to be done, just cant seem to do it!!!! all help greatly appreciated.

Thanks to everyone for the birthday wishes! I had a lie-in this morning with coffee, pain-au-chocolat and a dog curled up beside me

faire I only usually buy 500ml of wine, so could not have any more. Its what you might call 'desperately controlled' drinking... How did I feel? slightly more relaxed - I slept better than I have in ages. On the other hand, also hot, sweaty and lethargic. Seemed to waste a lot of time last night doing nothing.

I'd like to get back on the bus now and stay sober for another few weeks. I'm very aware how easy it would be to slip back into the habit - even once a week would probably be 'wrong' for me.

Hi babes, still here!

I had a good friend round on Friday night and as I suspected she brought round a bottle of wine! And you what? I had a glass. I can't honestly say I wanted, but I couldn't bring myself to say no. It would have meant explaining myself and I just couldn't be bothered. But what could have been a messy affair, wasn't. So I do feel that I have turned a corner. I haven't been tempted the rest of the weekend.

Although I'm finding I stay up much later when I haven't been drinking. It was about 1am when I went upstairs last night!! I watched the film "We Need To Talk About Kevin" Has anyone else watched that? It has got to be the most disturbing film I have ever watched. Couldn't get it out of my head.

babyjane It's hard breaking the habit. Was it you that wasn't sure which Allen Carr book I was talking about? It's this one. Allen Carr

Please excuse my typos. I really should read before I post!!

Morning all

Guess what?

It's raining.

Hahahahahaha

Morning all, happy Monday to you!

It's raining here too, sadly, it's not raining men .

daisy0407 thanks for details on the book, will order today and I have seen that film too very disturbinhg!!!! Well its a new week albeit a depressing rainy morning but tonight I will not drink!!!!

Morning all. NOT raining here (but only just).

babyjane have you got plans for this evening so that you are not bored? Something to do with your hands (knitting / jigsaw / baking) so you can't keep picking up a glass, something to do with your mind (puzzle, reading, learn a new language) so you can't keep thinking about whether to have a drink, something to do with your mouth (eating raw veg and dips, drinking some lovely sparkling cold juice) so you're not feeling thirsty, something to do with your emotions (speak to good friend on the phone, write your deepest thoughts in a journal, sort out old photos) so you're not looking for 'comfort' from a drink. And enjoy yourself.

BOING!! anyone miss me?

Morning all! It didn't rain on my birthday, therefore I can confidently state it will not rain for 40 days. hahhahaaha!

Last night I had a gin and tonic. (see the slippery slope has begun ) The tonic was flat and stale and tasted horrible. Usually that would not have put me off, and I would have poured another. This time I thought 'would rather have my hot chocolate instead' ! And I'll pour away the rest of the tonic tonight so there is no more tempation. Now I feel happy that I'm back on track - will ask DH to avoid drinking the next couple of days to help.

Was at the docs this morning, and he mentioned that my previous 15-20 weekly units was not 'excessive'. It was hard to explain that it still felt addictive, and was doing my head in.

hello jwn where were you? Stranded by the floods? Marooned on top of a house waiting to be rescued?

looking at my drowning garden! i have worked really hard on it this year so the wedding photos could be done out there, it looks a picture from a distance, but go outside and everything look kind of mottled and droopy! (bit like me really! )

Mottled and droopy! Thats a great description of a soggy garden. Still, the weeds are growing like mad and we've discovered what appears to be an oak sapling hiding at the back...