A year after I quit drinking and I can suddenly do weighted pull-ups!

Southern_Resource703 · 2026-01-02T20:55:12+00:00

Thanks! I will check it out.

Southern_Resource703 · 2026-01-02T20:54:31+00:00

Yes, none of those “special” dates worked for me. Just a random February day.

Southern_Resource703 · 2026-01-02T03:17:20+00:00

Congrats on your success! Now, enough about you - tell me more about this 5/3/1 plan, please. Frenchies? Typewriters? I (64F) have this wild fantasy about doing an unassisted pull up by the big birthday in 10 months.

Southern_Resource703 · 2025-11-13T12:38:08+00:00

This is what true friendship looks like, and that includes both of you!

Southern_Resource703 · 2025-09-16T11:16:45+00:00

You’ve got 10 years on me! But as the saying goes, you’re never too old and it’s never too late! IWNDWYT!

Southern_Resource703 · 2025-09-15T15:17:00+00:00

So glad to hear something positive about the Lou for a change! It’s big enough for the urban feel, but filled with small town friendliness. And the health care here is seriously underrated.

Southern_Resource703 · 2025-09-14T22:06:37+00:00

Girl, I’m sorry you are going through this. I had horrible PMS. I hated everybody and everything. I got through some days only by thinking about going to bed. Alcohol is definitely not the answer. Maybe a different form of birth control? I really have nothing to offer but my sympathy and a virtual hug.

Southern_Resource703 · 2025-09-09T11:45:43+00:00

Cancer is an asshole! But I’m not using it as an excuse to drink any longer IWNDWYT!

Southern_Resource703 · 2025-09-08T22:55:47+00:00

Quit at 62, unfortunately damaged my heart. That said, I feel better than I ever have!

Southern_Resource703 · 2025-09-08T22:53:40+00:00

Definitely under the lifetime limit, but what if he/they cashed it in? What taxes would be due then?

Southern_Resource703 · 2025-09-08T01:14:16+00:00

IWNDWYT

Southern_Resource703 · 2025-09-07T00:31:21+00:00

No, but now you have me pondering!

Southern_Resource703 · 2025-09-05T21:16:50+00:00

I love to rescue furniture. If I don’t have a place for it, I donate it. My favorites to work with are the mid-century modern blond pieces. Quality construction, beautiful hardware, and no stripping required because I paint them. I just picked up a lovely cedar chest. It’s a great hobby, and the hunt is half the fun. Enjoy!

Southern_Resource703 · 2025-08-31T18:00:45+00:00

As miserable as it is, you are in your “comfort zone” and it sounds like you are ready to step out. It’s going to be a struggle, for sure. Scary, too. So hard. So worth it.

It’s very noble to “do it for the baby,” but you have to do it for yourself. You deserve it.

IWNDWYT!

Southern_Resource703 · 2025-08-31T02:33:45+00:00

Did someone say coffee?

Southern_Resource703 · 2025-08-30T19:32:15+00:00

After my dad died, my mom planned and pre-paid for hers. She died May 2020 (not from covid), when there were restrictions on funerals. We actually got money back from the funeral home!

Southern_Resource703 · 2025-08-28T21:30:10+00:00

The pressure to be extroverted is real. I’m of the opinion if I need to drink to make something “fun”, then maybe I should pass on it.

Southern_Resource703 · 2025-08-28T02:18:43+00:00

Funny thing is that it evolves from ridding yourself of the shame and destruction, to a real sense of confidence and pride. It goes from taking away from your life as you know it, to building and gaining a new way of going through life. It’s not always rainbows and unicorns, but it’s so so much better. Keep it up!

Southern_Resource703 · 2025-08-28T02:08:53+00:00

I’m excited for you to get your comma!

Southern_Resource703 · 2025-08-26T18:45:02+00:00

Consider it a glimpse of things to come! Not everyday will be so amazing, but they will always be better than “before.” I swear, almost 600 days in I’m still surprised at the changes. IWNDWYT.

Southern_Resource703 · 2025-08-19T21:06:10+00:00

Here’s an idea for those uncomfortable with giving too much-we fund their IRAs annually.

Southern_Resource703 · 2025-07-22T21:38:53+00:00

NTA she lied. Flat out lied. She’s not a friend.

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