Today is my 55th birthday. I’ve been alcohol free since

Happy Birthday, Sherry.
Don't waste your time on people who don't appreciate you. Keep going to meetings. Personally, I don't believe in miracles. I believe in good things happening because of hard work. Youve been putting in hard work and have got some sober time in. Keep it up. Easy Does it, be easy on yourself. Don't give up on people, but do give up on people that don't deserve your kindness.

Keep your head up.

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Happy birthday Shelly! I’m sorry to hear how you’re feeling. I’ve been there too. For some of us life can seem like nothing more than a trial of how much we can endure. You are not alone! I made it through. And if I can do it anybody can do it. If there’s anything I can do to help, I will.

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Hi Sherry. Happy Birthday. I hope you can find something to be grateful for on this day. You cannot control others and having expectations of others, whether you believe your expectations are reasonable or not, will almost always turn into resentments. People can only make you feel crappy or unworthy if you allow them to make you feel that way. Sounds like you may be in some toxic relationships that require some boundaries. You deserve joy in your life and you deserve to live. Please reach out for help if you are seriously contemplating suicide. I’ve had two attempts, so I think I can understand Your despair.

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I’m 57 and sober 18 months

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Happy birthday Sherry!

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Happy late birthday

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You all were so helpful to me yesterday. I righted myself around after a good sob and the day got better. Thank you so much. I know none of us does this alone!!!!

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Thanks for sharing today Sherry. You helped me more than you’ll ever know :heart::pray:

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I was relieved to read your follow up post. My brother took his own life in 1997 and I've been on the edge more times than I like to admit. All we have in the end is those we love and those whom love us. Life is a beautiful struggle when we're aware of what makes it worth moving forward. For me it's staying connected.

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I know exactly how you feel, I feel like that too and it really sucks

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Just checking in hoping you’re doing well :v:

“You say it’s your birthday. It’s my birthday too.” Bellybutton birthday.