Fifteen Years Ago

Lige

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Fifteen Years Ago May 9, 2020 22:04:09 GMT -8 Admin, BingerRips, and 11 more like this

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Post by Lige on May 9, 2020 22:04:09 GMT -8

I had my last drink of alcohol.

I was tired, frightened and pissed.

I was in a bad place.

If I don’t stop drinking , I’ll die/I’ll die if I don’t have a drink.

I drank a bottle of vodka that evening with the stipulation that if I didn’t feel any different afterwards, I would seek help. Hell, I knew I wouldn’t and I didn’t; same old numb sadness. I checked into detox at the local hospital and after being admitted I was laying on a gurney; feeling safer than I had in years.

I resolved to listen to whoever attempted to help me. My way of living just plain sucked. I had no self control, self respect or ambition. I was existing but not really alive. I went to a 4 week rehab program and got a grasp on how to manage and experience life.

Since then I went back to school, got a Masters Degree, got a job making twice as much as I ever had before, got my family to trust me again, and best of all met and married Old Lady Lige (that wasn't her maiden name).

I am not here to brag or preach, I am here to say thanks to my friends for supporting and listening to me. I love you folks!

After 15 years, I still have a positive outlook. Life is good.

You may ask yourself; how do I work this?

Deleted Posts: 0	Fifteen Years Ago May 10, 2020 2:45:58 GMT -8 via mobile Lige likes this Reply Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Deleted on May 10, 2020 2:45:58 GMT -8 Congratulations! I’m very proud of you and happy for you.

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Fifteen Years Ago May 10, 2020 3:07:23 GMT -8 Lige likes this

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Post by Saska on May 10, 2020 3:07:23 GMT -8

May 9, 2020 22:04:09 GMT -8 Lige said:

I had my last drink of alcohol.

I was tired, frightened and pissed.

I was in a bad place.

If I don’t stop drinking , I’ll die/I’ll die if I don’t have a drink.

I drank a bottle of vodka that evening with the stipulation that if I didn’t feel any different afterwards, I would seek help. Hell, I knew I wouldn’t and I didn’t; same old numb sadness. I checked into detox at the local hospital and after being admitted I was laying on a gurney; feeling safer than I had in years.

I resolved to listen to whoever attempted to help me. My way of living just plain sucked. I had no self control, self respect or ambition. I was existing but not really alive. I went to a 4 week rehab program and got a grasp on how to manage and experience life.

Since then I went back to school, got a Masters Degree, got a job making twice as much as I ever had before, got my family to trust me again, and best of all met and married Old Lady Lige (that wasn't her maiden name).

I am not here to brag or preach, I am here to say thanks to my friends for supporting and listening to me. I love you folks!

After 15 years, I still have a positive outlook. Life is good.

Way to go man! You don't post a lot, but you're one of my favourites here. Keep on being positive!

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Fifteen Years Ago May 10, 2020 23:13:39 GMT -8 via mobile Lige and Saska like this

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Post by Cmart2004 on May 10, 2020 23:13:39 GMT -8

May 9, 2020 22:04:09 GMT -8 Lige said:

I had my last drink of alcohol.

I was tired, frightened and pissed.

I was in a bad place.

If I don’t stop drinking , I’ll die/I’ll die if I don’t have a drink.

I drank a bottle of vodka that evening with the stipulation that if I didn’t feel any different afterwards, I would seek help. Hell, I knew I wouldn’t and I didn’t; same old numb sadness. I checked into detox at the local hospital and after being admitted I was laying on a gurney; feeling safer than I had in years.

I resolved to listen to whoever attempted to help me. My way of living just plain sucked. I had no self control, self respect or ambition. I was existing but not really alive. I went to a 4 week rehab program and got a grasp on how to manage and experience life.

Since then I went back to school, got a Masters Degree, got a job making twice as much as I ever had before, got my family to trust me again, and best of all met and married Old Lady Lige (that wasn't her maiden name).

I am not here to brag or preach, I am here to say thanks to my friends for supporting and listening to me. I love you folks!

After 15 years, I still have a positive outlook. Life is good.

Fantastic post, and story. I love reading stories like these because we all have our demons. So many people are overcome by them, but in your case you gave them a roundhouse kick to the head and never looked back. There are only a few people on this site that I would personally turn to for life advice, and you’re one of them. From what I can gather about you here, you’re an asset to everyone who knows you. Congratulations on 15 years brother. Live your life.

Modo PSR Giants Fan Posts: 8,273 NFL: Giants NHL: Islanders	Fifteen Years Ago May 11, 2020 4:30:43 GMT -8 Lige likes this Reply Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Modo on May 11, 2020 4:30:43 GMT -8 Awesome. Keep on being great Lige

Lige PSR Posts: 7,198	Fifteen Years Ago May 11, 2020 20:08:12 GMT -8 Reply Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Lige on May 11, 2020 20:08:12 GMT -8 May 10, 2020 2:45:58 GMT -8 @ididthat said: Congratulations! I’m very proud of you and happy for you. Thanks, Lady! You stay safe!
	You may ask yourself; how do I work this?

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Fifteen Years Ago May 11, 2020 20:10:18 GMT -8

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Post by Lige on May 11, 2020 20:10:18 GMT -8

May 10, 2020 3:07:23 GMT -8 Saska said:

May 9, 2020 22:04:09 GMT -8 Lige said:

I had my last drink of alcohol.

I was tired, frightened and pissed.

I was in a bad place.

If I don’t stop drinking , I’ll die/I’ll die if I don’t have a drink.

I drank a bottle of vodka that evening with the stipulation that if I didn’t feel any different afterwards, I would seek help. Hell, I knew I wouldn’t and I didn’t; same old numb sadness. I checked into detox at the local hospital and after being admitted I was laying on a gurney; feeling safer than I had in years.

I resolved to listen to whoever attempted to help me. My way of living just plain sucked. I had no self control, self respect or ambition. I was existing but not really alive. I went to a 4 week rehab program and got a grasp on how to manage and experience life.

Since then I went back to school, got a Masters Degree, got a job making twice as much as I ever had before, got my family to trust me again, and best of all met and married Old Lady Lige (that wasn't her maiden name).

I am not here to brag or preach, I am here to say thanks to my friends for supporting and listening to me. I love you folks!

After 15 years, I still have a positive outlook. Life is good.

Way to go man! You don't post a lot, but you're one of my favourites here. Keep on being positive!

Thanks, brother! Quality, not quantity!

You may ask yourself; how do I work this?

Craig440 PSR Posts: 7,215 NFL: San Diego Chargers. MLB: Padres.	Fifteen Years Ago May 11, 2020 20:12:41 GMT -8 Lige likes this Reply Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Craig440 on May 11, 2020 20:12:41 GMT -8 That is awesome dude.

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Fifteen Years Ago May 11, 2020 20:17:30 GMT -8

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Post by Lige on May 11, 2020 20:17:30 GMT -8

May 10, 2020 23:13:39 GMT -8 Cmart2004 said:

May 9, 2020 22:04:09 GMT -8 Lige said:

I had my last drink of alcohol.

I was tired, frightened and pissed.

I was in a bad place.

If I don’t stop drinking , I’ll die/I’ll die if I don’t have a drink.

I drank a bottle of vodka that evening with the stipulation that if I didn’t feel any different afterwards, I would seek help. Hell, I knew I wouldn’t and I didn’t; same old numb sadness. I checked into detox at the local hospital and after being admitted I was laying on a gurney; feeling safer than I had in years.

I resolved to listen to whoever attempted to help me. My way of living just plain sucked. I had no self control, self respect or ambition. I was existing but not really alive. I went to a 4 week rehab program and got a grasp on how to manage and experience life.

Since then I went back to school, got a Masters Degree, got a job making twice as much as I ever had before, got my family to trust me again, and best of all met and married Old Lady Lige (that wasn't her maiden name).

I am not here to brag or preach, I am here to say thanks to my friends for supporting and listening to me. I love you folks!

After 15 years, I still have a positive outlook. Life is good.

Fantastic post, and story. I love reading stories like these because we all have our demons. So many people are overcome by them, but in your case you gave them a roundhouse kick to the head and never looked back. There are only a few people on this site that I would personally turn to for life advice, and you’re one of them. From what I can gather about you here, you’re an asset to everyone who knows you. Congratulations on 15 years brother. Live your life.

Thanks, my friend! I am humbled by your kind words. I don't claim to be a guru or someone with an inside track on how to live life but I've seen a bit in my years on this earth. 90% of the shit we worry about never happens and the other 10% is manageable. I think.

You may ask yourself; how do I work this?

Lige PSR Posts: 7,198	Fifteen Years Ago May 11, 2020 20:18:58 GMT -8 Modo likes this Reply Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Lige on May 11, 2020 20:18:58 GMT -8 May 11, 2020 4:30:43 GMT -8 Modo said: Awesome. Keep on being great Lige Thanks, Modo! You are my PSR brother and you rock!
	You may ask yourself; how do I work this?

Lige PSR Posts: 7,198	Fifteen Years Ago May 11, 2020 20:19:57 GMT -8 Reply Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Lige on May 11, 2020 20:19:57 GMT -8 May 11, 2020 20:12:41 GMT -8 Craig440 said: That is awesome dude. Thanks, buddy! It feels good!
	You may ask yourself; how do I work this?

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Fifteen Years Ago May 11, 2020 20:21:24 GMT -8

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Post by Craig440 on May 11, 2020 20:21:24 GMT -8

May 11, 2020 20:19:57 GMT -8 Lige said:

May 11, 2020 20:12:41 GMT -8 Craig440 said:

That is awesome dude.

Thanks, buddy!

It feels good!

I'm sure it does. The best I ever did was a 14 months. Best time ever. Clarity is special.

Lige

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Fifteen Years Ago May 11, 2020 20:24:09 GMT -8

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Post by Lige on May 11, 2020 20:24:09 GMT -8

May 11, 2020 20:21:24 GMT -8 Craig440 said:

May 11, 2020 20:19:57 GMT -8 Lige said:

Thanks, buddy!

It feels good!

I'm sure it does. The best I ever did was a 14 months. Best time ever. Clarity is special.

Like the fog lifted and I can where the I'm going for once!

You may ask yourself; how do I work this?

Lige PSR Posts: 7,198	Fifteen Years Ago May 10, 2021 4:05:11 GMT -8 Admin, snerb, and 4 more like this Reply Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Lige on May 10, 2021 4:05:11 GMT -8 Bump for sixteen. Still sober and still living life the best I can. Thanks for your support, my friends!
	You may ask yourself; how do I work this?

Deleted Posts: 0	Fifteen Years Ago May 10, 2021 9:04:29 GMT -8 Lige likes this Reply Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Deleted on May 10, 2021 9:04:29 GMT -8 Fantastic Sir Lige. Keep up the great work.

Lige PSR Posts: 7,198	Fifteen Years Ago May 10, 2021 9:56:46 GMT -8 Reply Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Lige on May 10, 2021 9:56:46 GMT -8 May 10, 2021 9:04:29 GMT -8 @smd1236 said: Fantastic Sir Lige. Keep up the great work. Thank you, my friend! I am honored.
	You may ask yourself; how do I work this?

Lige PSR Posts: 7,198	Fifteen Years Ago May 10, 2021 9:57:47 GMT -8 Reply Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Lige on May 10, 2021 9:57:47 GMT -8 May 10, 2021 9:55:48 GMT -8 Cleared Hot said: You da man, Lige. Thank you so much, my friend!
	You may ask yourself; how do I work this?

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Fifteen Years Ago May 10, 2021 15:27:27 GMT -8 via mobile Lige likes this

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Post by BuckysRevenge on May 10, 2021 15:27:27 GMT -8

May 10, 2021 4:05:11 GMT -8 Lige said:

Bump for sixteen.

Still sober and still living life the best I can.

Thanks for your support, my friends!

Set your sights for at least another 16 more!

Deleted Posts: 0	Fifteen Years Ago May 10, 2021 15:36:04 GMT -8 via mobile Lige likes this Reply Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Deleted on May 10, 2021 15:36:04 GMT -8 May 10, 2021 4:05:11 GMT -8 Lige said: Bump for sixteen. Still sober and still living life the best I can. Thanks for your support, my friends! Keep killing it dude!

Deleted Posts: 0	Fifteen Years Ago May 10, 2021 16:10:19 GMT -8 via mobile BingerRips and Lige like this Reply Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Deleted on May 10, 2021 16:10:19 GMT -8 Good job. Here's to another year