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I'm so happy that I got to...

anchorbird
anchorbird
Floss my teeth!!! Seriously, not drinking (then passing out) gave me the time to floss after brushing tonight before getting into bed. I know, my excitement might seem a bit much, but I used to come to some time in the middle of the night, hurriedly brush my teeth then get back into bed, not tonight! Just thought I would share my silly joy with everyone. Good night!
taurusthebull
taurusthebull
Hell, you were doing better than me. When I was drinking I half the time worried about brushing my teeth let alone flossing. But seriously. I'm happy for you. Keep going. I'm rooting for you.
1is2many
1is2many
I so get it

The thing is you are starting to respect yourself more. Keep going

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jenybobenny
jenybobenny
LOL... I Totally understand and feel your joy :) this made me smile.. Think I'll go floss mine too :)
JohnnyZ36
JohnnyZ36
hello anchorbird . small positive steps are still big steps. ! i passed/blacked out or was just too plain lazy so many times to floss/brush ...and i usually pretty routine with my teeth... but not when drinking ... enjoy the positive step forward ! sincerely johnny
AnnaB12
AnnaB12
Those little things are important :)
omshanti108
omshanti108
As someone who sells dental supplies for a living, I say "keep up the good work!" :)
Seriously...it's great to find joy in all the small successes.
Misssy2
Misssy2
It is the little things in sobriety that are so joyful, fulfilling and keep us going.

I remember the first time looking at the sky...sober after drinking for 22 years...I remember a lot of "first" joys...after drinking.

Sounds like you are on the right path....being grateful for the smallest things in life.....

Keep up the fight!
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