Journal Entry for December 18, 2008
December 18, 2008 10:26pm
Still sober
MichVonM’s Profile
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MichVonM
is feeling Good
Glad to back at work after the holidays. Don't think I could have taken another afternoon of Jerry and Maury.
Recently: 29 discussion replies, 4 discussion posts more …
About Me
Recovering alcolholic (sobriety date 07/04/04) after years in and out of active drinking. Dx'd BiPolar in 2000 after a "nervous breakdown". Going to AA meetings and taking my meds keep me sane. Married 2nd time around with 4 kids (2 mine, 2 his). Live in rural central Texas - Life is too short to live in Houston.
Interests
Living a simple life, gardening, quilting, my kids, pets and family.
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Recent Activity
Yesterday
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MichVonM replied to jimc152’s discussion post looking for a suggestion in the Alcoholism support group 1:14pm
My sponsor told me I could improve my self-esteem, self respect and self worth by doing esteemable, respectable…
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MichVonM replied to bancom1’s discussion post Sympathy search in the Alcoholism support group 12:54pm
We don't have much sympathy here in Central Texas either. Just alot of honest, old school, get off your…
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MichVonM replied to sumitlal’s discussion post Arrogance in the Alcoholism support group 12:36am
WhooHoo, Where did you get your medical degree?…
Monday
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MichVonM replied to nodp2day’s discussion post For those that dislike AA in the Alcoholism support group 11:21pm
Nemo, Don't forget the coffee pot to start up that new meeting.…
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MichVonM replied to their discussion post God bless Mel in the Alcoholism support group 11:06pm
Mel, I might not be able to get or keep you sober, but, my dear, whether you know it or not, you are…
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Hugbook
I’m With You
K Doll, will you please send me a hug so I'll remember? I can get really confused with remembering names on here! Luvs
High Five
Hey back at ya M (hug) x
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Celebration
Thanks. Happy New Years. :)
Ray of Sunshine
hi happy new years eve love your positive atitude way to go happy 2009 happy smiles markyx
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Goals
Progress
25 %
Goal End Date is Apr 11, 08 271 days ago.lbs lost (lbs)0.5 -
Support Groups
Close Bipolar Disorder
Treatments
- Depakote Working / Worked
- works well for me - I've been very stable. But...I've gained 100 lbs since I started on it 5 years ago. Now that is a big issue for me.
Close Alcoholism
Treatments
- AA Meetings Working / Worked
- My disease keeps telling me I don't have a disease. I have to be reminded on a frequent and regular basis that I am an alcoholic. AA does that for me, and it teaches me a new way of life that is AWESOME. Worked the steps with a sponsor and have had good sobiety since 07/04/04.
Open Eating Disorders
Since I have sobered up in 07/04/04 and been diagnosed with BiPolar in 2000, I have gained 100 lbs. I don't know if this is because I have switched addictions or because of the Depakote I take for BP. I just need to find a healthy way to a healthy weight again.
Open Financial Challenges
OMG, A group just for me. After a divorce, alcoholism. REALLY bad financial decisions due to Bipolar mania, I am currently about $30,000 in debt. Currently barely making it month to month. Trying to make some changes to get out from behind the 8-ball.
Treatments
- Budgeting Working / Worked
- Don't know yet, too early
Open Diets & Weight Maintenance
I'm 45 yo, 5'4" and weigh 230. I was never very thin, voluptuous, I think they call it. Stayed around 135-140 most of my adult life. Even during pregancies, I stayed about 165. But I have been on Depakote for Bipolar Disorder now for about 6 years and the weight has just crept on. Also I am a recovering alcoholic and have switched addictions to food. I'm looking for a support group to help me make some healthy changes and encourage me.
Open Obesity
I need help. I am 45 years old, and weight 230. I think I am a compulsive eater. I need help and support.
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- 2 hugs given
- 4 hugs received
- 4 discussion posts
- 29 discussion replies
