Alcoholism Support Group

Alcoholism is the continued consumption of alcoholic beverages, even when it is negatively affecting your health, work, relationships and life. If you think alcohol is causing you to lose control, it's time to seek help. Our group is a safe place to vent, check in, get back up if you fall, and reach sobriety.

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Kimmie3
Kimmie3

I'm joining tonight. Big step for me. There is no denying  that I have a very real and burdensome addiction to alcohol. My family and my health have been impacted to some degree.  The fear of not having my daily crutch to hang onto is what has kept me from doing ANYTHING up until now. Well, that and the fact that my husband also has a love for ETOH. I am a 40 year old mother of 3 amazing kids of my own and 2 wonderful step children, a wife and a full time nurse. I have been drinking since I was an early teen and once I start with that one glass of wine or crack that first beer, it always ends up being good a slur fest and argument with the hubby. My "bubbly" personality that I have been described as and  known for all my life is starting to feel like a chore. I am tired all the time and I always feel like crying. I mentioned to my oldest son (20 yrs old on the 25th) a few months ago that I wanted to go to AA. He hugged me and told me he was really proud of me. Did I do it? No. I am weak and have let him down. First night, tonight... I have not had a drink. Looking forward to night 2.



Sorry for being all over the place with this but there is just so much in my head and heart... I just want to go on and on. 

1is2many
1is2many
Welcome kimmie3
I found this forum on a bleak night in April of 2012. I drank for a few more months and finally decided to get some help. I walked into a aa meeting on June 9,2012. That was the first time I had hope in a very long time. I found a solution to why I needed to escape and hide. I found out I wasn’t a bad person, just sick and when I removed the booze all my depression and anxiety magically disappeared. Life still happens but I have hope and also a bunch of friends in sobriety. Life is meant to be enjoyed and lived. Cmon!
1is2many
Kimmie3
Kimmie3
Inspiring. Thank you for sharing. I still have not walked into that meeting yet... But every day it crosses my mind and I know that I need to.
jeffneedshelp
jeffneedshelp
Go to AA and make your son proud.
Impermanence
Impermanence
After going to AA , if you don't like it, keep coming back here.
akacountrygirl
akacountrygirl
A.A. is a great place to start for support, love, and to find others who are just like you. Of course, the depression will lighten after you quit for a while and you will feel better, but what you really need is someone (a sponsor) who you can call for immediate help through the difficult situations. Once you get started in A.A. look for a lady who has yrs in sobriety and ask her if she will sponsor you. The first sponsor may not work out and if this is the case, don't give up. Just go out and find another until you find someone who can give you the best (been there done that) advice.

Welcome and best wishes.
Miralee
Miralee
Welcome kimmie3 and it can often take several attempts to beat your addiction to alcohol. The important thing to focus on is that you are aware of your addiction and how it is impacting on your physical and mental health and your loved ones. Let's face it, beating any addiction is going to be a bumpy ride and it'll take willpower but seeking support and having the support from your family will hopefully make the bumpy ride a bit more enjoyable. I wish you all the best with your recovery :-)
snflwrgrl
snflwrgrl
I applaud you! for realizing you have a problem and for getting help. That's wonderful!! I'm so glad you have a supportive son who is proud of you for taking that first step too. It sounds like you have so much going for you; a good job, great family. :) You are not alone!! I will be praying for strength for you as you start this journey, that your bubbly personality will continue to bless those who come into contact with you and that your current sorrow will in time and with healing turn to joy. Don't ever give up! You and your family are worth it!
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