I’m new here so I just wanted to say hi,

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I’m new here so I just wanted to say hi, and introduce myself. My name is Andrew, I’ve been in recovery for alcoholism for nine years as of this month. My wife of eight years left me two weeks ago, and took my two children with her. This separation has been taking a huge toll on me, and challenging my sobriety, but I’ve stayed strong so far. I feel like I could really use the support of a sober community at this point in my life.

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Hey there congrats on 9 years!

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#3

Thank you! It hasn’t been an easy road.

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#4

I feel that :100:

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#5

Absolutely!!!

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#6

Here we are!!!! 9 years is AMAZING!!! I’m sorry to hear about your struggles but you’ve done hard things, you will survive this too

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#7

Thank you for your encouraging words! It’s really hard to believe that I’ll get through this right now, but I’m trying to believe that you’re right.

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I’ve walked in your shoes. You are not alone. Be proud of yourself. Wishing you happiness always. It will get better.

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#9

Thank you Edward. It’s encouraging to hear that from someone who can relate to my situation.

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Hey I'm glad you are here. It's never an easy path in recovery.. It is always gonna be something challenging Us..trying to push us to the edge
But Remember those 9 years of Recovery.. Way to go!
you are strong and Stay strong

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#11

Happened to me 23 years ago. Not looking back. Picked myself out of the gutter and made a success for myself in many ways. It just takes time. Wishing you happiness

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#12

Thank you Diana. I really appreciate you saying that. I just wish I felt stronger right now.

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One day at the time. It's normal you don't feel that strong right now to the circumstances and situation in your life. It's hard
But you have been giving the good battle. Becoming free from Alcohol.. That Just give me the hope to keep going
I want to keep celebrating sobriety hope you too

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#14

It’s funny you worded it that way. My church is launching a program called celebrate recovery. They have asked me to help lead and launch the program. I’ve been reluctant because of what I’m going through right now. Maybe I should try to be more open to the idea.