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

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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

Afternoon, tis me, Mouse

MrsSippie - thank you for posting, good luck in your quest for total abstinence/sobriety, I really hope that you achieve your goal :)

Why - 60 days?!?!?! That's absolutely amazing! Truly. You're story is so inspirational, so heartfelt and yes, it started out so very sad but look at you now Brave Babe! So much closer to getting your boys back.... so much closer to the life you want and deserved.

Can I say I'm so proud of you for posting all that you have, I'm not pratronising you, or all of the horrifically cruel and sad days, hours you've had to face, mostly alone, I'm proud of you because you have helped so many people. Thank you xxx

Hello All,

Nice post Mouse and good to see you back.

Well, here in Canada we have our first snowfall. I am feeling sad and teary today, not for any apparent reason just hormones probably. . Anyway, as it is Sunday I have a good excuse to go all out on comfort - roast dinner, fire, movies, bath, book, board games and marmite on toast.

Lots of love and luck to any babes that needs it.

Babes that need it, not needs it! Need to improve my proof reading skills

Sorry, and of course, YOU have helped YOURSELF xxx

WW early today. I Will not let her win. How are you doing Im
Ma Sounds lovely, wish I was there
Off to busy myself with ironing.
Catch you later babesxx

rural - thank you for asking after me, thank you ALL. Try and keep busy, what's the plan for after the ironing? How are things generally lovely? xxx

Ma - I'm so not jealous

Been really busy but I shall restock the supply cupboard in a mo!

Second weekend sober and I think h is getting resentful. I went to bed early, he stayed up drinking by himself, and I think he feels he's lost something. He tried to get me to have the last glass of wine and stay up with him. I sort of feel guilty that I didn't, as I know one glass wouldn't have hurt me but I really had it in my head that I don't want to drink for November. I'm aware I can be a bit all or nothing and it's not necessarily a good thing...

I should add I don't regret not drinking but I need to fill my time in a better way. I went to the cinema to see a film I didn't want to, I've done a load of ironing and been to soft play - my weekend has bored me stupid which is presumably why I want to drink on the evenings, to numb myself from reality somewhat.

You did the right thing Annie. It will be an adjustment for him too but once you get used to it, you will be quite happy to sit and have a non-alkie drink with him whilst he drinks the last glass of wine. I was the only one not drinking at lunch today and it was fine.

Think of those drinking times such a meal times like a 'slot'. It's only and hour/half an hour that you have to get through and then no-one will be drinking again.

It's only those with drink problems that keep going all afternoon and into the evening and you don't want to be like them anyway do you.

annie can so relate to my weekend has bored me stupid which is presumably why I want to drink on the evenings, to numb myself from reality somewhat.snap.I Really need a new reality .
mouse thanks for asking after me. Still A/F today, its been touch and go and a minute at a time earlier but the WW is a little quieter now.
The fact that I have resisted so far today has lifted my mood

rural You with me ?

Look at the orange papers
Orange papers.org

Im was worried about you, glad you are here now. Im with you.
Hows it going.?

im will be flitting back and forth as family visiting ds to organise for school etc but definitely here with you. If you are A/F today keep going.
Winning post is in sight

rural I'm still here just, I'm fighting it
I'm staying with, you I will be back

great news im keep going, we can do this
Off to sort DS out. WW still whispering but think IM WINNING.

We are winning tonight lovely, its two on one

I'll join you Im and rural. Anyone else not drinking today?

Three on one now

Beaches - I missed your post earlier, I'm so very sorry. How are things now? Any better? (((Hugs)))) xxx

I'm not drinking either. Has bought yet more wine, it must be foul though, he's put the lid back on it!

thanks for the support faire and annie .. 4 on 1 now im reckon we are invincible.

Me! I'm in :) 4 on 1!! xxx

Annie - at 4pm today, DH asked if I wanted a drink. I was actually when he asked. A glass of wine with dinner? Fine. When I first stopped, I stopped for set days, then, weeks, then stopped. He lost his drinking buddy, partner in crime if you like, each egging the other on for that last drink before bed.

You have us as your sounding board, and it's hard watching them drink, knowing you are missing out on the sweet nectar........ but you're going to be bright eyed and bushy tailed, hold onto that tight. xxx

Just got to take the little chap to bed and then I'll be back.

BTW - I wouldn't bother with that link..... it's the usual AA bashing, and I have said so many times before, links like this are NOT helpful to new posters who are yet to decide for themselves, here and now, what is right for them.

No-one else ever posts links to AA sites, pro or otherwise, or any other addiction sights, or Samaritans etc...... it's hard reading such negative comments when seeking help. Please, just stop?

i'm, rural,nuff & anne, I'm here, not drinking! Hope you're all enjoying your af Sunday.

That's 6 of us now

I've reported that post as spam, Mouse. As usual.