No "DT's" Yet

I wondered, silently to myself, if I would have any physical withdrawals from not having any alcohol, after drinking every night for a long time. Actually, I occasionally have been stoppping for a few weeks at a time, here and there, but this past few months, we have been drinking pretty regularly every evening. No physical symptoms, so I guess, I am officially not an alcohol. I do, however, around 4 p.m., start pining a little bit for happy hour to begin and then I snap back and remember my goal.

Last night was almost identical to the night before. My mother-in-law came over for dinner and the meal was even the same since we ate left overs. The difference was that I didn't walk. The weather here is at a record low and it is just too darn cold to walk at that hour.

Two very nice surprises have come from this so far. The first one is that my husband has stop drinking with me. I didn't expect that and it is helpful for me and I know he is pleased with himself for this accomplishment. The second thing I did expect but I am still happy about it, I have lost four pounds. I know that part of it is holiday weight coming off after getting back to regular eating but I'll bet that the wine being gone is somewhat of a contributor to the loss.

Tonight will be another challenge. We are having another dinner party. Did I mention that my life was a "series of parties"? I wasn't kidding. A birthday party for a loved one and there will be some of my fellow drinkers in attendance. They are, however, all aware of my goal and all of them struggle with weight issues, like I do so I don't think there will be any uncomfortable moments if I don't drink on this occasion.

I'll report back tomorrow....for no one to read. I'm thinking this is my own personal journal for me but that is okay as it seems to be working, or is it just God giving me the strength that I have prayed for? Whichever, I'm happy.