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Hi,

I was just wondering if there is anyone here who is a member of Al-Anon?

It's hard to believe that I've been a member for 20 years.

Anyway, I'd love to hear from others.

Debbie

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Hi,

I was just wondering if there is anyone here who is a member of Al-Anon?

It's hard to believe that I've been a member for 20 years.

Anyway, I'd love to hear from others.

Debbie

My councelor suggested I check into al anon. I live in Sacramento CA. Do you know of any groups in Sac?

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I don't know of any meetings in Sacramento, but if you look up Al-Anon on line you will find a directory that lists meetings in your area.

Good luck! :thumbup:

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I am a grateful recovering member of Al Anon. For me, because of my program, I have been led to the place I need to be right now. Exactly when I was ready to be there. My surgery date is Feb 3, 2010,just a few days away. Due to the general nature of any surgery, I have some anxiety. But - Just for Today - I am have been given the gift of serenity.

And for that, I will be forever grateful.

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SweetPetunia, good luck with your surgery. A week after yours, I will be celebrating my first bandiversary.

I don't believe I could have come to this point without Al-Anon. I've learned to take charge of the one thing I can control, my own life, and for that I too, will always be grateful to the program.

I'll be thinking about you on the 3rd.

Debbie

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Debbie, Your thoughts and support are appreciated. It is comforting to know there are others that understand how any disease can change a person. And that there is help and hope in recovery for those that seek it.

My best to you on the 10th!!

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Hi, I'm Cheri, also gratefully recovering though no longer attending much Alanon. But, 17 yrs, of faithful attendance brought a lot of recovery, and now I'm tackling the biggest part of my recovery, my weight. Band June 18, 2009. Lost 67 lbs, 3 lbs from goal. :thumbup:Been slipping a little this past week:thumbdown: so looking to get back on track. Final fill (I hope) next Tuesday should do the trick.:biggrin:

Also have a blog: IF YOUR STOMACH OFFENDS YOU, TIE IT OFF

I don't post as frequently lately, but you might be interested in the posts I did when I began my journey. Hope this becomes a good thread.

Cheri

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Thank you, Cheri. Congratulations on your weight loss. The good news is that, even though we slip, and I include myself, we have a tool that allows us to get back on track.

I didn't learn this behavior overnight, and now I get to unlearn it. As my sponsor always tells me, I must be gentle with myself. Easier said than done! :confused:

Debbie

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Amazingly, yesterday I was at goal. I slept late and weighed much later than usual and I'd been dancing the night before--so it'll probably take me a few days to really rope that weight in and get it to stabilize. But still, I'm very happy. Get my fill Tuesday, just a tweak but I'm hoping it helps with the maintenance phase. I can just plain eat too much--especially at night.

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Great Job Cheri!! Progress not perfection. As Debbie stated, we have the tools to make positive changes in our lives. I have always been told that the Al-Anon program was simple - - which is not to be confused with easy. Applying these tools and principles to all aspects of our lives may not be easy, the rewards (not just a number on the scale) are reason enough for me to work my program daily. Continued success in your recovery, you have earned it! clap.gif

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Got my fill today. Dr. said the band was wide open. So he gave me quite a fill. No wonder I've been struggling a little lately. I have to stay on liquids for 3 days. He said it might be a little tight, to come back if it was. I love having the barium with floroscope to help guide the Dr. for a fill. No guesswork. He can see the restriction or lack thereof.

Very cool!

Cheri

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Cheri, Glad to hear things are moving forward for you. Your doctors procedure for an adjustment seems a great way to get the best results possible. Adjustments to our attitudes can be just as important as saline. Keep up the good work!

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Well, I am just about ready to go the hospital for my surgery. I am a little anixous, but overall quite calm. I see this day as another step in my recovery process. I have been guided to this point and know in my heart it is exactly where I need to be. By chairing and speaking at our Beginner's Meeting and our Regular meeting last night, I gathered a lot of strength and hope to keep me going. I have told members I was having surgery today, but not what procedure. I choose not to at this time. I was able to express how grateful I am to have my program, the fellowship, and my Higher Power-which I credit for getting me here in the first place.

I know all will be the way it should.

When everything is done, it will all be OK. And if it is not OK, then it's not done yet.

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Sweet Petunia, I hope its a cakewalk, but if its not, this too shall pass.

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SweetPetunia, please let us know how your surgery went as soon as you're able.

A few years ago I had another abdomenal surgery and I shared that with my Sunday morning meeting. Everyone was very supportive, and though I had some anxiety, I took all their good wishes with me.

This time I didn't tell anyone I was getting the lap band except my sponsor. I usually tell anyone who will listen, and I do after they comment on my weight loss.

Hoping everything goes well for you, and sending good wishes for a speedy, uneventful recovery.

Debbie

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