SPARKY'S response to posts

[sparky62]

Ok all. I just logged in here and read a few posts. I know I haven't been on here in a long while. I'm not sure how to respond, as there have been a few posts about my absence. Let me set the record straight. My absence has to do a little with my alcoholism & that is it. I've been to treatment a few times. There are some underlying issues with PTSD, night terrors, flashbacks to name a few. Yes I am still in Recovery & always will be. I have a large tool box when it comes to my addiction. Meetings, Sponsors, God, Spirituality, to name a few. I no longer tailgate, and try to stay out of Sports Bars.
Hell, I am the only person that they know of that has had a breathalyzer installed in my truck VOLUNTARILY.

I am also a member of the Red Cross National Disaster Response Team, & TeamMates as a Mentor. My beautiful wife of 43 years is still and always will be my Soulmate. I tell myself everyday that I have an addiction and that a thimbleful is too much and a 1,000 is not enough. I have never been into trouble concerning my addiction and my family including my daughters, SIL's, grandchildren, brothers & sisters are behind me 100%. I love my family more than life itself.
Alcoholism is very much in my family. My father passed away from this disease when he was 43, on Aug 9th, 1981. I can count at least 9 others in my family that suffer from this as well, BUT I only need to concern myself with me. I will not judge others or take their inventory. GBR.

 

[headcard]

Glad to have you back friend. 👊

 

[V-Doub]

Sorry… I couldn’t help myself. 😳

 

[timnsun]

Thanks for sharing, not easy to put that out there. Thankful you have such a huge show of support from your family and friends. Keep up the fight!

 

[Mack In Motion]

Glad you got it addressed.

Many people never do.

👊

 

[huskerfan66]

Ok all. I just logged in here and read a few posts. I know I haven't been on here in a long while. I'm not sure how to respond, as there have been a few posts about my absence. Let me set the record straight. My absence has to do a little with my alcoholism & that is it. I've been to treatment a few times. There are some underlying issues with PTSD, night terrors, flashbacks to name a few. Yes I am still in Recovery & always will be. I have a large tool box when it comes to my addiction. Meetings, Sponsors, God, Spirituality, to name a few. I no longer tailgate, and try to stay out of Sports Bars.
Hell, I am the only person that they know of that has had a breathalyzer installed in my truck VOLUNTARILY.

I am also a member of the Red Cross National Disaster Response Team, & TeamMates as a Mentor. My beautiful wife of 43 years is still and always will be my Soulmate. I tell myself everyday that I have an addiction and that a thimbleful is too much and a 1,000 is not enough. I have never been into trouble concerning my addiction and my family including my daughters, SIL's, grandchildren, brothers & sisters are behind me 100%. I love my family more than life itself.
Alcoholism is very much in my family. My father passed away from this disease when he was 43, on Aug 9th, 1981. I can count at least 9 others in my family that suffer from this as well, BUT I only need to concern myself with me. I will not judge others or take their inventory. GBR.

GBR to you. God bless you and your family and everything you have done for all of us and especially the people of gi 🙏.

You are a true friend on this board and to many personally.

Keep the faith and the strength 💪

 

[c3o]

Alcoholic here, too. Sober now for over a year and a half. Don’t miss it. My life is 100x better without the constant recovery. I was a binge drinker and it started to affect my health and family life. Not worth it.

Happy you found a way. Don’t let the demon back in

 

[blackshirts]

Ok all. I just logged in here and read a few posts. I know I haven't been on here in a long while. I'm not sure how to respond, as there have been a few posts about my absence. Let me set the record straight. My absence has to do a little with my alcoholism & that is it. I've been to treatment a few times. There are some underlying issues with PTSD, night terrors, flashbacks to name a few. Yes I am still in Recovery & always will be. I have a large tool box when it comes to my addiction. Meetings, Sponsors, God, Spirituality, to name a few. I no longer tailgate, and try to stay out of Sports Bars.
Hell, I am the only person that they know of that has had a breathalyzer installed in my truck VOLUNTARILY.

I am also a member of the Red Cross National Disaster Response Team, & TeamMates as a Mentor. My beautiful wife of 43 years is still and always will be my Soulmate. I tell myself everyday that I have an addiction and that a thimbleful is too much and a 1,000 is not enough. I have never been into trouble concerning my addiction and my family including my daughters, SIL's, grandchildren, brothers & sisters are behind me 100%. I love my family more than life itself.
Alcoholism is very much in my family. My father passed away from this disease when he was 43, on Aug 9th, 1981. I can count at least 9 others in my family that suffer from this as well, BUT I only need to concern myself with me. I will not judge others or take their inventory. GBR.

Prayers my GBR friend

 

[bigboxes]

Ok all. I just logged in here and read a few posts. I know I haven't been on here in a long while. I'm not sure how to respond, as there have been a few posts about my absence. Let me set the record straight. My absence has to do a little with my alcoholism & that is it. I've been to treatment a few times. There are some underlying issues with PTSD, night terrors, flashbacks to name a few. Yes I am still in Recovery & always will be. I have a large tool box when it comes to my addiction. Meetings, Sponsors, God, Spirituality, to name a few. I no longer tailgate, and try to stay out of Sports Bars.
Hell, I am the only person that they know of that has had a breathalyzer installed in my truck VOLUNTARILY.

I am also a member of the Red Cross National Disaster Response Team, & TeamMates as a Mentor. My beautiful wife of 43 years is still and always will be my Soulmate. I tell myself everyday that I have an addiction and that a thimbleful is too much and a 1,000 is not enough. I have never been into trouble concerning my addiction and my family including my daughters, SIL's, grandchildren, brothers & sisters are behind me 100%. I love my family more than life itself.
Alcoholism is very much in my family. My father passed away from this disease when he was 43, on Aug 9th, 1981. I can count at least 9 others in my family that suffer from this as well, BUT I only need to concern myself with me. I will not judge others or take their inventory. GBR.

That's not what I heard... But seriously, I'm glad that you are taking control of your life. Love ya, sparky!

 

[dinglefritz]

Ok all. I just logged in here and read a few posts. I know I haven't been on here in a long while. I'm not sure how to respond, as there have been a few posts about my absence. Let me set the record straight. My absence has to do a little with my alcoholism & that is it. I've been to treatment a few times. There are some underlying issues with PTSD, night terrors, flashbacks to name a few. Yes I am still in Recovery & always will be. I have a large tool box when it comes to my addiction. Meetings, Sponsors, God, Spirituality, to name a few. I no longer tailgate, and try to stay out of Sports Bars.
Hell, I am the only person that they know of that has had a breathalyzer installed in my truck VOLUNTARILY.

I am also a member of the Red Cross National Disaster Response Team, & TeamMates as a Mentor. My beautiful wife of 43 years is still and always will be my Soulmate. I tell myself everyday that I have an addiction and that a thimbleful is too much and a 1,000 is not enough. I have never been into trouble concerning my addiction and my family including my daughters, SIL's, grandchildren, brothers & sisters are behind me 100%. I love my family more than life itself.
Alcoholism is very much in my family. My father passed away from this disease when he was 43, on Aug 9th, 1981. I can count at least 9 others in my family that suffer from this as well, BUT I only need to concern myself with me. I will not judge others or take their inventory. GBR.

You should probably avoid Husker football too. It's made me drink heavily.....often.

 

[HuskAir]

Good to see you around, Sparky. Keep fighting the good fight.

 

[Baxter48]

Ok all. I just logged in here and read a few posts. I know I haven't been on here in a long while. I'm not sure how to respond, as there have been a few posts about my absence. Let me set the record straight. My absence has to do a little with my alcoholism & that is it. I've been to treatment a few times. There are some underlying issues with PTSD, night terrors, flashbacks to name a few. Yes I am still in Recovery & always will be. I have a large tool box when it comes to my addiction. Meetings, Sponsors, God, Spirituality, to name a few. I no longer tailgate, and try to stay out of Sports Bars.
Hell, I am the only person that they know of that has had a breathalyzer installed in my truck VOLUNTARILY.

I am also a member of the Red Cross National Disaster Response Team, & TeamMates as a Mentor. My beautiful wife of 43 years is still and always will be my Soulmate. I tell myself everyday that I have an addiction and that a thimbleful is too much and a 1,000 is not enough. I have never been into trouble concerning my addiction and my family including my daughters, SIL's, grandchildren, brothers & sisters are behind me 100%. I love my family more than life itself.
Alcoholism is very much in my family. My father passed away from this disease when he was 43, on Aug 9th, 1981. I can count at least 9 others in my family that suffer from this as well, BUT I only need to concern myself with me. I will not judge others or take their inventory. GBR.

I completely understand, I helped a relative with alcoholism, they went to treatment at least four times, they finally beat it with the help of family and it was definitely stressful on me. You find out in a big hurry the different ways an alcoholic can hide booze. They mentioned to me they wish they could drink a beer like I do, my response was I wish I could eat like they do without gaining weight. I purposefully didn’t use he or she just in case someone might figure out whom I’m talking about

 

[GaRed]

I've seen too many people's lives get taken by drugs and alcohol . I'm lucky because I've done both but can take it or leave it. You taking ownership is huge, good luck on you're battle man.

 

[litespeedhuskerfan]

Howdy!!! Thank you for stopping by!!!!

 

[Baxter48]

Ok all. I just logged in here and read a few posts. I know I haven't been on here in a long while. I'm not sure how to respond, as there have been a few posts about my absence. Let me set the record straight. My absence has to do a little with my alcoholism & that is it. I've been to treatment a few times. There are some underlying issues with PTSD, night terrors, flashbacks to name a few. Yes I am still in Recovery & always will be. I have a large tool box when it comes to my addiction. Meetings, Sponsors, God, Spirituality, to name a few. I no longer tailgate, and try to stay out of Sports Bars.
Hell, I am the only person that they know of that has had a breathalyzer installed in my truck VOLUNTARILY.

I am also a member of the Red Cross National Disaster Response Team, & TeamMates as a Mentor. My beautiful wife of 43 years is still and always will be my Soulmate. I tell myself everyday that I have an addiction and that a thimbleful is too much and a 1,000 is not enough. I have never been into trouble concerning my addiction and my family including my daughters, SIL's, grandchildren, brothers & sisters are behind me 100%. I love my family more than life itself.
Alcoholism is very much in my family. My father passed away from this disease when he was 43, on Aug 9th, 1981. I can count at least 9 others in my family that suffer from this as well, BUT I only need to concern myself with me. I will not judge others or take their inventory. GBR.

God bless you and your family

 

[Antwill]

You should probably avoid Husker football too. It's made me drink heavily.....often.

Reminds me of a post that some guy put on the Hail Varsity podcast thread when they were talking about the Chasing 3 series. He said for him a documentary about his Husker football Saturdays would be called "Chasing .3".

I thought it was funny although alcoholism is not. Runs in my family, too.

Godspeed, Sparky!

 

[huntered]

best to you today
learn all you can and don't ever try one today
42 years and 16 days

 

[Pennsyhusker]

Good to hear from you Sparky. God bless!

 

[jteten]

Best of luck and the vulnerability is to be admired.

 

[VandallHuskerJulie]

Good to see you posting - it's been a while so welcome back!

 

[Husker Dogg]

CONGRATULATIONS

Not the same but similar. My daughter was in an abusive relationship for 11 years and finally found the courage to file for divorce. I am the proudest father because i raised her to be tough and respectful. Lets be clear, hes lucky hes still walking! But these 3 are the reason why he is still breathing.


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[HuskerOH]

Ok all. I just logged in here and read a few posts. I know I haven't been on here in a long while. I'm not sure how to respond, as there have been a few posts about my absence. Let me set the record straight. My absence has to do a little with my alcoholism & that is it. I've been to treatment a few times. There are some underlying issues with PTSD, night terrors, flashbacks to name a few. Yes I am still in Recovery & always will be. I have a large tool box when it comes to my addiction. Meetings, Sponsors, God, Spirituality, to name a few. I no longer tailgate, and try to stay out of Sports Bars.
Hell, I am the only person that they know of that has had a breathalyzer installed in my truck VOLUNTARILY.

I am also a member of the Red Cross National Disaster Response Team, & TeamMates as a Mentor. My beautiful wife of 43 years is still and always will be my Soulmate. I tell myself everyday that I have an addiction and that a thimbleful is too much and a 1,000 is not enough. I have never been into trouble concerning my addiction and my family including my daughters, SIL's, grandchildren, brothers & sisters are behind me 100%. I love my family more than life itself.
Alcoholism is very much in my family. My father passed away from this disease when he was 43, on Aug 9th, 1981. I can count at least 9 others in my family that suffer from this as well, BUT I only need to concern myself with me. I will not judge others or take their inventory. GBR.

It took me numerous times to start over again on how many days or weeks without a drink over a two or three-year period of time. I have been sober for over ten years now and do not miss the tug to have a drink. I blamed many things for my addiction and starting over, but once I completely turned it over to God, the addiction was finally broken. Having to face the people I hurt because of passing out and missing family events was the hardest thing to face up to. I will pray for you and your family. God bless.

 

[spartanhusker]

Praying (and have been) for your journey...keep up the good work, my friend....

 

[litespeedhuskerfan]

Who am I to judge...my idea of working on my drinking problem is waiting till I get home to open one after snaggin a sixer of Sam Adams at the store. I feel like a hero when I make it, all the way to the driveway.

 

[HuskerDana]

It takes more of a sack to step up and address a problem.... than to go with the flow and continue to do what you have always done.

We're all creatures of habit. Plus, when it comes to drinking, it almost always revolves around friendships with people who do the same. To me, that's what makes making the choice you made even more awesome.

Congratulations for having the intestinal fortitude to stand up and address your problem in front of everyone. That says a lot about the person you are.

Keep kicking ass, Sparky.

 

[dinglefritz]

Reminds me of a post that some guy put on the Hail Varsity podcast thread when they were talking about the Chasing 3 series. He said for him a documentary about his Husker football Saturdays would be called "Chasing .3".

I thought it was funny although alcoholism is not. Runs in my family, too.

Godspeed, Sparky!

Yeah I have a sister and a nephew who are alcoholics.

 

[NikkiSixx]

Ok all. I just logged in here and read a few posts. I know I haven't been on here in a long while. I'm not sure how to respond, as there have been a few posts about my absence. Let me set the record straight. My absence has to do a little with my alcoholism & that is it. I've been to treatment a few times. There are some underlying issues with PTSD, night terrors, flashbacks to name a few. Yes I am still in Recovery & always will be. I have a large tool box when it comes to my addiction. Meetings, Sponsors, God, Spirituality, to name a few. I no longer tailgate, and try to stay out of Sports Bars.
Hell, I am the only person that they know of that has had a breathalyzer installed in my truck VOLUNTARILY.

I am also a member of the Red Cross National Disaster Response Team, & TeamMates as a Mentor. My beautiful wife of 43 years is still and always will be my Soulmate. I tell myself everyday that I have an addiction and that a thimbleful is too much and a 1,000 is not enough. I have never been into trouble concerning my addiction and my family including my daughters, SIL's, grandchildren, brothers & sisters are behind me 100%. I love my family more than life itself.
Alcoholism is very much in my family. My father passed away from this disease when he was 43, on Aug 9th, 1981. I can count at least 9 others in my family that suffer from this as well, BUT I only need to concern myself with me. I will not judge others or take their inventory. GBR.

Takes a lot of courage to post and own it. This helps show others that not only is it possible to quit (one day at a time) but you also help set an example for others. I don't like to preach either, but when the opportunity presents itself, I believe we have an obligation to share our stories to try to help the next person who is still suffering. I'm coming up on closing out my 11th year of sobriety and just lost my sister in July to this terrible addiction. It affects not only the person who has the addiction, but all the people around that person too. Thank you for sharing your story and setting an example for others that there is a way out.

 

[HuskerDana]

Takes a lot of courage to post and own it. This helps show others that not only is it possible to quit (one day at a time) but you also help set an example for others. I don't like to preach either, but when the opportunity presents itself, I believe we have an obligation to share our stories to try to help the next person who is still suffering. I'm coming up on closing out my 11th year of sobriety and just lost my sister in July to this terrible addiction. It affects not only the person who has the addiction, but all the people around that person too. Thank you for sharing your story and setting an example for others that there is a way out.

Thoughts are with you for losing your sister. Sorry to see that.

 

[BTF69]

Shocking that I have never met someone that had an addiction that was single.

From my research is appears that only married dudes have problems with addiction.

 

[T...Chafes]

Had to visit a good friend in hospice about a year ago, he had liver failure from drinking. At 49 he passed a day or two later. He didn't have the support system you have unfortunately. Take one day at a time, everyone is pulling for you! 🙏...

 

[Walleye79]

Shocking that I have never met someone that had an addiction that was single.

From my research is appears that only married dudes have problems with addiction.

Not true and an absolute garbage post.

 

[BTF69]

Not true and an absolute garbage post.

I mean...it was a joke.