The Brave Babes Battle Bus - Kicking The *Wine Witch* Into Touch, Because Enough Is Enough!

[Mouseface]

Hello, tis me, Mouse :)

This is a thread for those who are worried about their drinking habits towards alcohol, or/and drugs.

Even if you think that you are drinking more tonight than last night or this week than last, come and have a chat, find a seat, we don't bite!

We are a supportive Bus, full of very different posters, from various backgrounds. Some of us drink in moderation, allowing ourselves the odd glass or two as a treat, or just because we're in control of our drinking for that day.

One Day At A Time.

We have those who abstain completely, and those who wake every day to Day 1 and hope with all of their hearts that they can, and will, make it to Day 2.

If you've followed our journey to date, you'll know who most of us are by now :) and we kind of have two 'sayings', that sum up who we are -

1. • The Vulnerable Need Our Support, Not Our Judgement
     
     
2. • Alcohol Fosters Inertia
     
     That said, we will not have any bashing of support groups, such as AA or Community Support Teams or even your own GP.
     
     This Bus is a place for honesty, sanctuary and safety, something that has taken four years for a number of very special, very lovely, very honest and caring Babes to establish.
     
     So, come find a seat, grab something warm from the supply cupboard at the back of the Bus as it's going to be cold tonight! Brrrr!
     
     And, if you'd like to read back over some of our history, HERE IS THE LAST THREAD
     
     And, HERE IS WHERE IT ALL BEGAN
     
     We hope to meet you soon :) xxx

[Greensbackonthebus]

Just parking my bum (in the sidecar) I'm sorry I'm not even trying at the moment. Will lurk until I'm ready for a slap from Barry and a seat on the bus. Another shout out to lonnika it would be great to hear from you.

[ruralreynard]

Found you all.
In the side car tonight.
Will read back tomorrow.
Love to allxx

[dementedma]

Hey jango good to see you
Climbs wearily into sidecar.
Who the feck has been at MY opal fruits?

[Anneisnotmyname]

I can stop at one Jango/Bwn but that is only if there is an external factor making me. If I'm off work, have no school run, etc I will always end up drinking more than I intended to x

[Rubyredlips]

Good evening to all. It's been a week since I last posted, haven't been alcohol free but have been sensible so feeling pleased with myself. Have felt awful this week though but I think it maybe more hormone related - totally wiped out.

In fact I need to go to sleep now, sorry not nc but have read all posts and there are some amazing stories....

[Greensbackonthebus]

Bloody hell it's getting a bit squashed in here. ma i hope you have stopped bleeding everywhere.

[lonnika]

Hi all :). I am here and sober - just really really really busy :
Sorry not to name check - next week is half term so hope to have more time to read and post then :)
thanks for posters (Guggs and Green) for thinking of me
Until next week
L xxxxxxx

[Greensbackonthebus]

That's fab to hear lonni thanks for the update!

[LePamplemousse]

I managed to make it to 10 past 10 so I think/hope I will make today my first sober day in at least a year :)

[beachestoexplore]

That's fantastic lepamplemousse, well done. And may your reward be a lovely night's sleep and a guilt free start to tomorrow

[beachestoexplore]

And you isinde, lots of deep sleep vibes coming your way

[venusandmars]

I'm here. Always.

[Scarymuff]

Hey venus, how are you? Good to hear you are still with us, you lovely lurker

[Sadnworried]

In bed sober, and relieved. lepamplemousse day 1 here too. Forever AF sounds dull and long, but 1 more day would be good.

[whydidthishappen]

Just back from the hospital being treated for some minor scrapes on my shoulder having been attacked over laundry detergent at the homeless shelter. The woman was crazy, obviously. But now everybody on our wing has to hand in our nail files. Feels like I'm in a bad movie. Miss my little boy and husband. 6 weeks ago I was looking to go back to work in my professional al job. I know how I got here, but why and how do I get back?

Day 45 sober, homeless and with unkempt nails.

[SunshineSuperNova]

Big hugs whydidthishappen.

Am back in the sidecar, got stinking drunk last night.

[LePamplemousse]

that's horrible whydidthishappen :( poor you.

Yep I managed to make it so now I am really determined to do today as well as over the past few years, one day sober is the most I've been able to manage. I definitely want to change that.

[Rubyredlips]

Why that's terrible for you, hope you're ok? You are amazing and manage to make me laugh despite you having such a rough time (unkempt nails . How long do you have to stay there for? Just remember that this isn't forever and soon you will have your son.

LePamp and Sad brilliant achievement on day 2, be kind to yourselves and have lots of sweet treats ready to stop cravings

Sunshine day one for you? Look after yourself today

Hi to everyone else there's loads on the bus, in the sidecar and on the roof . I'm out tonight with DH and gonna plan my sensible evening so that I enjoy myself and remember it. I still feel rough though - pretty sure it's hormonal. I cried at work the other day.... thought I was never going to stop - think my boss thought the same and he looked slightly uncomfortable with the whole situation. You've got to

[babyjane1]

why I could weep for you, I'm having some domestic issues myself at the moment and reading your post has been a reality check!! Please keep going, I've been crying most of last night and am shattered today but I'm sending you every fibre if strength and love I have left in me across Atlantic cyberspace and what a lucky boy your son is to have a mother as fierce and strong and brave as you, your gonna be a legend on this thread, other babes months down the line will read you success story (cos it will be by then) and you will change lives, my love to all other babes everywhere xxx ps right now this bus is the only thing keeping me sane xxx

[Rubyredlips]

Baby sorry to read you're having domestic problems. Hope you are ok and I'm here if you want to chat x

[obrigada]

Why, how long do you have to stay in the homeless shelter? My heart goes out to you.
Baby, hope you are ok?

[babyjane1]

obrigada and ruby thanks my lovely friends, just struggling with dd's, house, illness, dog, weight, depression, anxiety and generally falling out of love with dh, I really feel at 42 the best if my years are behind me and want to change but I fear the decisions and consequences it would entail!!! Thanks for your support xxxxx

[Rubyredlips]

Ah Baby sounds like you've got a lot on your plate there. Are you able to break down the problems into chunks - I always think that makes things a little easier otherwise I tend to feel like I'm drowning in pressure. We're the same age and sound like we have similar 'challenges'. How old are your DDs? I think they're quite young aren't they? I have a DD 4 and DS 5. Are you doing anything to tackle the depression & anxiety? What's the prob with the house and dh? Hope you don't think I'm being nosey just trying to help

[PurpleWolfe]

Just popping on to send hugs to Baby, so sorry you are struggling with so much. I hope your day gets better. x

Why - What an awful thing to happen - as if you haven't been through enough already. 45 days is amazing for anyone, let alone someone having to put up with what you are going through. Thinking of you.

Can't stop, feeling shitty still.