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  • About Me

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    Pooh83

    Female, 45
    Lake Arthur, LA, USA
    Member since June 19, 2008

    • About Me

      I'm a recovering alcoholic. My sobriety date is October 4, 2000. I'm learning to become more independent. I'm currently stuck in an unhappy marriage. I'm growing healthy in my recovery and learning to live life on life's terms, while my husband blames the world for his problems. I'm tired of being verbally abused and having my recovery joked about. My husband shows me no respect. I'm slowly learning what is normal and not normal behavior. I'm trying to figure out who I am and where I am going in life. I want to be happy, joyous, and free. Today I have lots of friends and support, with people who love me for who I am. I'm mostly quiet and reserved, but learning to stand up for myself. Tired of being a door mat and a people-pleaser. I love to meet new people and make new and lasting friendships. I'm also very spiritual. My relationship with God is stronger than ever.

      I'm a recovering alcoholic. My sobriety date is October 4, 2000. I'm learning to become more independent. I'm currently stuck in an unhappy marriage. I'm growing healthy in my recovery and learning to live life on life's terms, while my husband blames the world for his problems. I'm tired of being verbally abused and having my recovery joked about. My husband shows me no respect. I'm slowly learning what is normal and not normal behavior. I'm trying to figure out who I am and where I am going in

    • Interests

      I watch too much tv. I love to read, but can't do too much. It makes me sleepy. I'm a bit hyper at times to sit still. I walk my little dog. I call my friends and hang out with them. I attend church and AA meetings. I like my computer. E-mail friends and buddies. I like to keep in shape.

      I watch too much tv. I love to read, but can't do too much. It makes me sleepy. I'm a bit hyper at times

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  • Journal

    • Journal Entry for November 16, 2009

      Mood November 16, 2009 10:27pm

      I'm having the weird sense of de'javu, however you spell it. I was having a good day today, for a Monday. Then during work, all hell broke …
    • Journal Entry for October 28, 2009

      Mood October 28, 2009 9:13am

      Sunday night, I got my 9 year AA chip. It felt great. I was so nervous. More than usual, but I can't explain why. I think a lot of it has to do …
    • Journal Entry for October 22, 2009

      Mood October 22, 2009 12:42am

      It's been a rough day today. Had to go in and see the boss. He wanted to see us separately, then together. Didn't sound too good to me. …
    • Journal Entry for October 14, 2009

      Mood October 14, 2009 11:40pm

      I started my new job Monday. Just a couple hours a day until my boss gets a replacement for me for the bank.  I have to call him tomorrow. …

    • Journal Entry for October 12, 2009

      Mood October 12, 2009 11:22pm

      So many things going on lately. I'm quitting my cleaning job at the banks to sit with the elderly. I am trying to see if I can keep the one bank …

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      From danroy November 16

      good monday morning .. : ) i pray you are doing well....want to thank you for commenting on my journal.....means a lot to me... thank you for praying on my behalf....means a lot to me as well.........you are too too kind... : ) when ever you should feel alone, know that god is always close by to comfort you.... : ) you have a wonderful day............love ya...hxhx

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      From danroy November 15

      aww, thank you pooh, sorry to hear about your being alone, but you are not alone...as long as you have god, god is all you need...and never forget I am here for you always and our god is a loving and caring god....he has felt your pain...stay strong my sister...praying for you always....enjoy your sunday.....gods love.....love ya...hxhx

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      From danroy November 14

      good morning, hold onto your faith.... god loves you... : ) you enjoy your weekend...sending gods love...love ya..hxhx

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      From Newbee1 November 7

      Atitude of gratitude is right, I just forgot how far I've come in a very short time, it's all "growing pains" lol. Hugs!

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      From danroy November 6

      good morning, keep your faith in god, stay happy, god loves you, and you have a good weekend....gods love..loveya...hxhx

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  • Goals

    Goal Completed on Oct 12, 09
    Goal Completed on May 6, 09
  • Support Groups

    • Close Breakups & Divorce

      I'm a 43, and a recovering alcoholic.(10/04/00). My husband left for Pennsylvania in Feb. 2008 for a job. This is not the first time he leaves for PA. He has anger issues, resentments against my family and nearly everyone else in our town. He has not held a steady job for years. He's verbally abusive toward me. Controlling, manipulating. Things got out of hand in Feb.He moved back to PA (his home state) to find work. He vowed never to return to LA. I have outgrown him, and I want a divorce.

      Treatments

      Music Working / Worked
      Listening to music takes me away from the stress, if only for a little while, and some songs can be very therapuetic to me. Saying the things I need to say or how I'm feeling about my life.
      Pets Working / Worked
      I love my little dog. Don't have any kids, so my dog is my baby.
      Reading Working / Worked
      I read recovery books, some magazines, meditation books.
      Support from Friends & Family Working / Worked
      It helps to open up to people. Esp. friends who are in recovery also.
      Support Groups Working / Worked
      AA, Al-Anon
      Talking Working / Worked
      Talking helps so much. I get feedback from other women who have been where I am now.
    • Close Alcoholism

      My name is Mona. 43, recovering alcoholic. I'm from LA. About to seek a divorce from my controlling husband. Verbally abused by hubby. no kids. I'm learning to live life on life's terms. Want to meet others struggling with life and sobriety.

      Treatments

      12 Step Program Working / Worked
      it works, if you work it
      AA Meetings Working / Worked
      meetings are very good for me
      Al-Anon Working / Worked
      helps me learn that I can still deal with the crazies in my life
    • Open Epilepsy & Seizures

      To get and give support and advice to others about Epilepsy.

      Treatments

      Dilantin Working / Worked
      It works well, when I don't forget to take it.
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