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General => Open Discussion => Topic started by: jimilee on September 11, 2014, 01:46:50 PM

Title: 9 years boys!!!!
Post by: jimilee on September 11, 2014, 01:46:50 PM
Today I am 9 years sober, I still haven't felt any better since I quit smoking and drinking, but I remember stuff now. 8-)
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Post by: thesameage on September 11, 2014, 01:49:25 PM
Congrats! I have a few friends who are sober and their lives have never been better. Very proud of anyone who sees a problem and finds a better way to live.
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Post by: culturejam on September 11, 2014, 01:54:24 PM
Congratulations!
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Post by: rullywowr on September 11, 2014, 01:58:00 PM
Congrats Jimi.  It is a true sign of strength especially sticking to it during tough times.
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Post by: Cortexturizer on September 11, 2014, 01:59:44 PM
Congrats man! Who needs drinking when the solder fumes get us to unexpected places...
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Post by: GermanCdn on September 11, 2014, 02:03:04 PM
Congratulations Jimi, keep up the effort.
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Post by: selfdestroyer on September 11, 2014, 02:06:34 PM
Quote from: rullywowr on September 11, 2014, 01:58:00 PM
Congrats Jimi.  It is a true sign of strength especially sticking to it during tough times.

I could not have put it better. Congratulations Jimi.

Cody
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Post by: brejna on September 11, 2014, 02:08:29 PM
Keep on, I quit smoking 3 years ago, but casual weekend drinking is something else for me.. :D
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Post by: micromegas on September 11, 2014, 02:21:06 PM
Happy to hear that man!! Congrats.
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Post by: jimilee on September 11, 2014, 02:26:48 PM

Quote from: selfdestroyer on September 11, 2014, 02:06:34 PM
Quote from: rullywowr on September 11, 2014, 01:58:00 PM
Congrats Jimi.  It is a true sign of strength especially sticking to it during tough times.

I could not have put it better. Congratulations Jimi.

Cody
I know right, it's been a rough 6 mos. and after 8 and a half years, she's divorcing me. Here's to new beginnings and a brighter future. At this point I honestly couldn't be happier.
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Post by: bcalla on September 11, 2014, 02:27:40 PM
That's a huge milestone, congratulations!
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Post by: Droogie on September 11, 2014, 02:44:27 PM
That is freaking awesome, dude!
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Post by: angrykoko on September 11, 2014, 02:54:54 PM
Good job Jimi! 
I have family members that did the same and it amazes me the strength it takes to do it.


Koko
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Post by: muddyfox on September 11, 2014, 03:01:54 PM
way to go, big J.!
i can't relate but I know a huge accomplishment when I see it.
congrats!!!
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Post by: miter53 on September 11, 2014, 03:23:27 PM
Big congrats! I'll have 4 in December. Only wish I had done it sooner.
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Post by: midwayfair on September 11, 2014, 03:28:53 PM
Congrats, Jimi :) Will raise a cup of tea in your honor toward another 9 years.
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Post by: keysandguitars on September 11, 2014, 03:36:45 PM
Congrats, Jimi, that's a tremendous accomplishment. Here's to another nine! Cheers.
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Post by: Justus on September 11, 2014, 03:46:44 PM
Hey, congrats man.  That's really a huge accomplishment, looking temptation in the face and telling it "screw you, I run my own life."  Lots of people can't do that.  You're a bigger man for it.
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Post by: PhiloB on September 11, 2014, 03:49:35 PM
Congratulations Jimmy!  What huge deal.  Keep strong brother... One day at a time.
I'm at 4.5 years:) Plan to see 9 at some point.  And thanks for sharing, it is an encouragement!



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Post by: jprizz on September 11, 2014, 03:49:51 PM
THAT is an accomplishment to be proud of! Tremendous respect to you. Keep it up, we'll all be cheering you on!
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Post by: pickdropper on September 11, 2014, 03:52:29 PM
Awesome, Jimi.  I'm glad your aren't turning back to destructive habits during stressful times.  Stay strong.
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Post by: miter53 on September 11, 2014, 03:54:03 PM
Quote from: PhiloB on September 11, 2014, 03:49:35 PM
And thanks for sharing, it is an encouragement!
+1!
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Post by: murdog47 on September 11, 2014, 03:54:58 PM
Congratulations! That's an accomplishment to be proud of!
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Post by: Haberdasher on September 11, 2014, 04:22:26 PM
very proud of you jimi
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Post by: ggarms on September 11, 2014, 04:31:54 PM
Jimi-That rules! I'm coming up on 6. Sounds like you're doing super well and obviously everyone here is stoked for you. Here's to 90 More.
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Post by: cooder on September 11, 2014, 07:42:47 PM
Awesome man! Can only agree to what everyone else said!
Kia kaha = Stand strong!
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Post by: madbean on September 11, 2014, 08:03:59 PM
Good for you bro. Keep at it!
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Post by: sonarchotic on September 11, 2014, 10:17:05 PM
Congrats Jimi! I know it's tough. I quit smoking about nine years ago and have a little over one year of sobriety under my belt. I'm also glad you've stayed clean through stressful times. Keep it up!
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Post by: TGP39 on September 11, 2014, 10:19:26 PM
Massive respect and admiration for you Jimi.
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Post by: stevie1556 on September 12, 2014, 12:27:30 AM
Well done Jimi! I bet you feel so much better for it! I used to drink a fair bit due to making my own wine and cider, but I'm more or less tee total now and feel so much healthier.
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Post by: jimilee on September 12, 2014, 12:57:24 AM
Quote from: stevie1556 on September 12, 2014, 12:27:30 AM
Well done Jimi! I bet you feel so much better for it! I used to drink a fair bit due to making my own wine and cider, but I'm more or less tee total now and feel so much healthier.
Nope, not really BUT I remember everything now. The blackouts were a bitch.
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Post by: wgc on September 12, 2014, 01:21:06 AM
Awesome!
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Post by: jimilee on September 12, 2014, 01:31:41 AM
You guys have been so supportive, I really appreciate you. I really means a lot to me.
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Post by: gordo on September 12, 2014, 03:42:14 AM
Congrats Jimi.  Given the stress you're under it's a nice testament to inner strength.  That and soldering those bloody little smt components is enough to drive anybody... ;D

You're certainly an inspiration around these parts.
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Post by: jkokura on September 23, 2014, 05:57:46 PM
Way to go Jim! Great to hear.

I'm not sure if this is something people on here need, but if you feel you have an addiction problem, please get help. I've never met a person in recovery who has regretted starting that hard road.

Jacob
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Post by: jimilee on September 23, 2014, 06:57:39 PM

Quote from: jkokura on September 23, 2014, 05:57:46 PM
Way to go Jim! Great to hear.

I'm not sure if this is something people on here need, but if you feel you have an addiction problem, please get help. I've never met a person in recovery who has regretted starting that hard road.

Jacob
true story
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Post by: thesameage on September 23, 2014, 07:20:56 PM
Quote from: jimilee on September 23, 2014, 06:57:39 PM

Quote from: jkokura on September 23, 2014, 05:57:46 PM
Way to go Jim! Great to hear.

I'm not sure if this is something people on here need, but if you feel you have an addiction problem, please get help. I've never met a person in recovery who has regretted starting that hard road.

Jacob
true story

Agreed. Every friend of mine who has sobered up is much better off and most wish that they'd started earlier.
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Post by: ggarms on September 23, 2014, 07:28:04 PM
What an awesome community this is! The amount of of support and class I see displayed on this forum on a daily basis is incredible, especially considering the medium. I mean, the comments thread on any given CNN story is ww3 compared to our little eden. No point here, just glad to be a part of it.
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Post by: muddyfox on September 23, 2014, 07:30:09 PM

Hear, hear!
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Post by: atreidesheir on September 24, 2014, 12:55:04 AM
Thank goodness you did that and still do it.  Glad you are here.  You are strong and matter.
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Post by: blearyeyes on September 26, 2014, 03:16:58 AM
You're good man Jimi.
Sorry to hear your lady took off...Not worth messing up your life over...
You will find a better woman.
Dan.