I used to hate the saying “I’m on a journey”, in the same way I hate all those corporate ‘buzz words’. It’s basically people kissing arse to…… Read more “300 days sober”
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A whole month later …
After a very up and down few weeks, I’m back! The Isle of Man is an amazing place and I’m extremely grateful to have had the opportunity…… Read more “A whole month later …”
Feeling lonely
Although I do love my own company being on the island and not knowing many people has started to make me feel really lonely. I’ve been going…… Read more “Feeling lonely”
238 days richer
Before I start let’s just take a moment to celebrate England’s 6-1 victory today. Oh yes, what a match! If we keep playing like that we’ll be…… Read more “238 days richer”
My birthday and being back home
It seems ages ago now but I went home for a couple of weeks at the beginning of the month. It was my 39th birthday and I’d…… Read more “My birthday and being back home”
234 days happier
There’s very few occasions that drinking did make me genuinely happy. At the time I thought I was happy and enjoying myself but now I realise that…… Read more “234 days happier”
Scouting for Girls 1 – 0 Hooded Ram
Last night was definitely a learning curve for me and I really hope it was for the Hooded Ram too. I’d been looking forward to this gig…… Read more “Scouting for Girls 1 – 0 Hooded Ram”
207 days sober
As the tag line says on this site “sobriety delivers everything alcohol promised”. That is very true but getting sober has actually brought a lot more to…… Read more “207 days sober”
It’s like Groundhog Day
It’s Saturday afternoon and I’m in Costa again. Although many of you know I do love Costa it’s getting a bit ridiculous now. It’s a regular routine…… Read more “It’s like Groundhog Day”
200 days sober!
When I first started out on my recovery journey I remember saying to my mum “how great would it be if I got to 100 days sober?”.…… Read more “200 days sober!”
AF drinks (again)
I’ve made it quite clear throughout my blog posts that I’m a fan of alcohol free drinks and I’m well aware they’re not for everyone. Every time…… Read more “AF drinks (again)”
It’s good to be paranoid
As someone who overthinks almost everything in life, since I quit drinking I’ve been paranoid about accidentally drinking alcohol. Imagine being at an event and picking the…… Read more “It’s good to be paranoid”
6 months sober!
I can’t believe I’ve managed it. Six whole months of sobriety! When I set out on this journey 6 months seemed so far away and I remember…… Read more “6 months sober!”
It’s not all hunky dory
I’m almost 6 months sober and I’ve realised I probably started to get a bit cocky about my recovery as at times I have found it easier…… Read more “It’s not all hunky dory”
Feeling comfortable with vulnerability
When I first started this blog I wasn’t really sure how I’d feel about everyone knowing my personal battles and circumstances. It made me feel extremely vulnerable…… Read more “Feeling comfortable with vulnerability”