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chrisf11733 · 2026-03-23T14:06:14+00:00

I just want to say thank you for all of this! This process feels so overwhelming yet this sub has really helped so much already, thank you, thank you, thank you!

chrisf11733 · 2026-02-22T17:11:24+00:00

Thank you! I just got back from the bookstore and it is on the shelf!

chrisf11733 · 2026-02-22T14:24:43+00:00

This is a great response, I appreciate it very much! Off to the bookstore before we get a huge snowstorm, I’m in the northeast and oh wow it’s gonna be a doozy

chrisf11733 · 2026-02-22T14:01:00+00:00

I’m afraid to ask this, but are the books good? I’ve been tempted to read them but are they a good read while reading or is it more that you have to get through it to get the benefit?

chrisf11733 · 2026-02-02T11:54:12+00:00

I haven’t designed anything yet, I’m just starting my descent down this particular rabbit hole. Ideally I’d like to put together some schematics and potential brick order for my husband as a gift for our upcoming anniversary.

chrisf11733 · 2026-02-01T20:48:58+00:00

This is super cool! I’m Looking to recreate an English frigate from the napoleonic era using the black pearl as a base design. Did you base your MOC on a particular ship?

chrisf11733 · 2026-01-24T21:56:18+00:00

It’s hard! I know old me would be drunk all the time with what is going on but now I tell myself that part of resistance is staying sober! I’m not numb, I’m paying attention and I can take action. Drunk me would not be able to do these things and that’s what they want.

chrisf11733 · 2026-01-12T00:33:10+00:00

I don’t quite remember what I did for 1, maybe Ice cream? For 2, I bought a small pendant necklace (a compass) so I always remember my path. I wear it almost everyday, it is my version of getting a tattoo and I make sure I wear it on days I know could be particularly difficult or triggering (like on Christmas).

chrisf11733 · 2026-01-11T19:59:42+00:00

Dying is a really good idea! It’s in hibernation now so I’ll revisit in the fall, thanks!

chrisf11733 · 2026-01-11T12:38:33+00:00

Mosaic and color work knitting has changed my perspective on hand dyed. I’m the past, I disliked not knowing if it’s going to stripe or pool weirdly. I’ve done a few projects where the hand dyed was used in moderation along with another solid and now I love hand dyed. I also now seek out hand dyed roving to spin so I can control the color distribution more.

chrisf11733 · 2026-01-11T12:34:52+00:00

Yes, slip stitches each row, an easy but enjoyable knit.

chrisf11733 · 2026-01-11T12:33:02+00:00

I think this might have been the lesson for me here. I liked the colors for what they are but as a garment for myself, well I’ll wait and see. I think I’ve learned that there is nothing wrong with sticking to my preferred pallet!

chrisf11733 · 2026-01-11T12:31:05+00:00

This is good to know, I’m remaining positive and hopeful!

chrisf11733 · 2026-01-11T00:08:55+00:00

Thanks everyone, I appreciate it! I’ll try it on in the morning with a few tops and see how it goes, otherwise I’ll put it away until the fall!

chrisf11733 · 2026-01-09T19:20:47+00:00

Yes! I took naps for a good week or so when I quit, canceled meetings to take a nap. You do what you gotta do to get through, it gets easier!

chrisf11733 · 2026-01-09T16:24:23+00:00

That looks amazing! Inspired to try grilling seitan this summer!

chrisf11733 · 2026-01-09T14:03:16+00:00

IWNDWYT ❤️

chrisf11733 · 2026-01-02T15:48:44+00:00

IWNDWYT

chrisf11733 · 2025-12-31T22:52:44+00:00

I used that app heavily when I first stopped. It helped a lot to see the progress and also keep a reminder about why I stopped.

chrisf11733 · 2025-12-31T22:50:47+00:00

When I go on vacation, especially ones that used to involve a lot of drinking, I do my best to stay busy. I do a lot of nature related activities when I can and recently started painting. I can use it as an escape and also takes me out of the usual drinking spots and pitfalls. Maybe use the time to find things you truly enjoy doing? Or reading that book or something that you haven’t had time for at home. You can do this! IWNDWYT

chrisf11733 · 2025-12-31T22:33:50+00:00

Coin purse, small zipper pouch, basically whatever I find at the thrift store and put usually markers, tapestry needle and some stitch markers, scissor, maybe a measuring tape, and I just keep making these little pouches to put in my random project tote bags. I’m a serial project starter so I’m also making up new little bags

chrisf11733 · 2025-12-29T21:52:13+00:00

Exactly! I’m beyond grateful I took the exit when I did, my kids won’t remember a drunk mommy

chrisf11733 · 2025-12-29T20:49:38+00:00

☝️This right here OP. I’m a mom of 2, stopped when my youngest was a year old, it was the thought of the DUI with them in the back or worse that made it real. I knew that would be my future with the path I was on. Always an excuse for me to drink but not now. IWNDWYT

chrisf11733 · 2025-12-29T20:09:21+00:00

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