mailin 0 #26 January 2, 2006 Hey Ed, Seriously - congrats. Its alot harder than people who aren't in the program understand. My mother gave up 10 years of sobriety late in '04 because she thought she was'rehabilitated' (she hadn't been going to AA meetings in years). Today marks 7 DAYS sober for her... I hope she can reach the same milestone as you JenArianna Frances Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BIGUN 1,105 #27 January 2, 2006 Congrats to You. Chili Releno was passing thru town one day and had a beer offense. He told everyone he was sober and wouldn't buy beer, but what he would do is run down to the store and get some root beer and ice cream and make everyone root beer floats. And, that's what he did. He stood behind the table and filled everyone's order. Personally, I thought it more time consuming and probably more costly; but what I found even more intriguing was that everyone thought it was cool to do, enjoyed themselves and actually partied less that night; hence, we started skydiving earlier the next day. Again congrats...Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tink1717 2 #28 January 2, 2006 Congrats, dude.Skydivers don't knock on Death's door. They ring the bell and runaway... It really pisses him off. -The World Famous Tink. (I never heard of you either!!) AA #2069 ASA#33 POPS#8808 Swooo 1717 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymama 35 #29 January 2, 2006 Quoteyour talking to skydivers who gives a shit ? buy a case of beer and get another token at AA Shrek, don't be such a bully, of course there are skydivers who care! Just because we enjoy a few beers at the end of the day doesn't mean we can't be compassionate and kind to those who struggle with alcohol addiction. Congrats, Ed, you done good. I wish I could have that much willpower when it comes to laying off chocolate!She is Da Man, and you better not mess with Da Man, because she will lay some keepdown on you faster than, well, really fast. ~Billvon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NlghtJumper 0 #30 January 2, 2006 Congrats man. It is a hard habit to kick. 7 years is quite the feat. Good job and keep with it! A man will do anything for the right woman, and when that woman destroys him, that man will become a hunk of meat with the common sense of a rodeo clown! ~ Christopher Titus Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
yamtx73 0 #31 January 2, 2006 Quotei've been drinking for 15 years! I love it! You guys are all just quiters And they say quiters are never winners... WTG guys, keep up the good work!!The only naturals in this sport shit thru feathers... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wmw999 2,168 #33 January 2, 2006 Good work, Ed. I hope it continues to make the path with contentment a little easier. Wendy W.There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
soulshine 0 #34 January 2, 2006 QuoteThat's awesome. Congratulations, and all good wishes for many years of sobriety to come. It's the best gift you can ever give to yourself and those around you. rl As always, she has made a very good point. Addiction affects so many more people than just the individual with the addiction. I come from a family where drug and alcohol addiction is the norm, not the exception. I cry whenever the sober ones are able to pick up another chip. I have also been around a few people at the dz that don't drink for various reasons. One person always brought a case of gatorade when he owed a case beer. Personally, I really enjoyed that because there was usually some in the fridge for those hot days where you're sweating your ass off and don't want to go to the store. Congrats to those that have managed to stay sober. You are to be admired and you have my respect. Bombing for peace is like fucking for virginity! ~DEVIOUS BEEF~~FGF #69~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
catfishhunter 1 #35 January 2, 2006 Happy Birthday! MAKE EVERY DAY COUNT Life is Short and we never know how long we are going to have. We must live life to the fullest EVERY DAY. Everything we do should have a greater purpose. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ladyskydiver 0 #36 January 2, 2006 Congrats! Life is short! Break the rules! Forgive quickly! Kiss slowly! Love truly, Laugh uncontrollably. And never regret anything that made you smile. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
morningdove831 0 #37 January 2, 2006 Congrats! I'm proud of your accomplishment. I know it's not easy as I've seen it firsthand in my family. Pat yourself on the back and be very, very proud of yourself!!! One who looks for a friend without faults will have none. -- Hasidic Saying Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DirtyDon 0 #38 January 2, 2006 Happy Birthday, 7 years is a long time. Friends of Bill are everywhere. Don C. sobriety date, 10/24/87 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DTOXX 0 #39 January 2, 2006 Way to go Ed... ------- D.T. Holder SIMstudy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
duroejc 0 #40 January 2, 2006 Way to go! 6 years on the 19th for me. Nice to know there ARE folks that give a shit. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
racer42 0 #41 January 2, 2006 Ok.....if I don't fuck up it'll be 9 years on the 13th.L.A.S.T. #24 Co-Founder Biscuit Brothers Freefly Team Electric Toaster #3 Co-Founder Team Non Sequitor Co-Founder Team Happy Sock Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cocheese 0 #42 January 2, 2006 Ok great you proved you can go a long time without drinking. You don't have a problem anymore. Have a beer and prove you can drink responsibly. If it becomes a problem, then quit again.Flame away, kids Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kimemerson 7 #43 January 2, 2006 quit it myself eight years ago. I found that sobriety is about as strange a place as any. When I made the decision to quit, it occured to me that there might be some DZ peer pressure untill I remembered who I hung out with. There was never any pressure but only partly because they're my friends. The real reason was, of course, that what I didn't drink became more for someone else. Hell, I was thanked! Love those guys. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Maxx 1 #44 January 2, 2006 Hey Ed! Nice one! If you ever come to Germany I invite you to a nonalcoholic beer... but uhm... .. seriously, those taste like cat piss! So I think you are better off with a nice nonalcoholic cocktail. congrats for the 7 years Max Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pjc 0 #45 January 2, 2006 7 months on Jan 14 for me. But first xmas & new year so a big milestone. (At least I can remember this one!) FOBW Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Muenkel 0 #46 January 2, 2006 Quote7 months on Jan 14 for me. But first xmas & new year so a big milestone. (At least I can remember this one!) Dude, Do not underestimate your 7 months. You're just as sober as dropdeded! You're 7 months into your sobriety, which is an awesome fete. Congratulations to you too and keep the faith! Chris _________________________________________ Chris Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flyangel2 2 #47 January 2, 2006 Quote I survived New Years, once again. Clean & Sober 7 years today dropdeded Great for you EdMay your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds. - Edward Abbey Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DickMcMahon 0 #49 January 3, 2006 7 years is better than 7 beers! Congratulations! Dick Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
micro 0 #50 January 3, 2006 congratulations! that's fantastic. I miss Lee. And JP. And Chris. And... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
