I kept myself so busy, that I got through the witching hour. I am so proud of myself. Granted, it is only one day but it is a tiny step in a long journey.
Sober Mummy - Mummy was a Secret Drinker suggests that we write a list of all of the reasons to give up drinking. Here are mine, in no particular order;
1. I am ashamed that my daughter believes that I only drink wine.
2. I am worried that my daughter tells everyone that I only drink wine.
(Ok those two are the most important)
3. Weight - I have put on 9 pounds in the last year. I barely eat during the day and do not have a sweet tooth at all. It is all around my waist and arse. Not a good look. Also, my face is puffy - I am sure I used to have cheek bones?!?
4. I fear that I will get a serious illness if I carry on drinking.
5. I am frittering my housekeeping away on alcohol and then having to re-jig money around to do normal shopping.
6. My life has stalled. My work hours vary so I can be at home quite a bit. I have lost my confidence with my work and I know I need to make a change but can't quite see how I am going to do it. Not aided by the foggy feeling I have most days.
So today, I am sorting my house out. I have a Mindfulness colouring book and 3 football matches that I will be compelled to watch with DS. I am powering on and through (hopefully!)
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