tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4834395892091327520.post402996780893787150..comments2023-12-10T08:09:17.786+00:00Comments on Large blooming flower: The bottle and meJennyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08027942517258679266noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4834395892091327520.post-67967176025052227062011-08-19T23:21:59.708+01:002011-08-19T23:21:59.708+01:00Evening all and thanks for all your comments, sorr...Evening all and thanks for all your comments, sorry it's bin a few days. I promise I haven't been on a bender, honest. Truth be told things have been a little hectic and I've been a bit knackered.<br /><br />The bottom line is I have too much to lose. If I need crutches, a cider press and a brace of geriatric machines suffice, and they're a lot less destructive.Jennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08027942517258679266noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4834395892091327520.post-44904465454092026582011-08-19T06:15:27.482+01:002011-08-19T06:15:27.482+01:00I know all too much about crutches - they come in ...I know all too much about crutches - they come in all different shapes and sizes - from the downright bad to the good and very good. I see the Wreck somewhere on that scale - well into the good side of the scale though.<br /><br />Not easy this Pink Fog.<br /><br />BeccaBeccahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14342124169953960479noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4834395892091327520.post-3837849545557796762011-08-19T00:58:45.836+01:002011-08-19T00:58:45.836+01:00By the time i've inspected the label to check ...By the time i've inspected the label to check its suitable for vegetarians there's little time left. <br />But seriously i've seen the effects and early grave alcoholism can send you into, sadly with some trans folks you can see all too clearly what could happen.Lucie Ghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07099506232447224949noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4834395892091327520.post-24158298594786868622011-08-17T18:33:57.735+01:002011-08-17T18:33:57.735+01:00The fact that you are aware of the pitfalls of dri...The fact that you are aware of the pitfalls of drink and have concerns that transition would solve 'the problem", demonstrates that you are thinking clearly about the issues. There is a reason that the first step of any recovery program is awareness of the issue.<br /><br />Now none of this makes it easier to deal with the issues, but it does allow one to approach them with the proper perspective.<br /><br />Jenny, you have your head screwed on straight and are asking the right questions. However, it doesn't make finding the answers any easier.Lisa in Raleighnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4834395892091327520.post-75725478644783920372011-08-15T23:09:25.916+01:002011-08-15T23:09:25.916+01:00When I'm alone - meaning living by myself for ...When I'm alone - meaning living by myself for a week or more - my "balance" falls apart and depression sets in almost immediately. With that, comes to much alcohol. This is not an issue when everything is in "balance" but all it takes is to have my sweetie gone for a few days and I totally fall apart...all due to GD. Alcohol could, indeed, be a huge issue for me if I did not have my soul mate around.Caliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00280127011882954777noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4834395892091327520.post-52408868804618759122011-08-15T09:01:40.438+01:002011-08-15T09:01:40.438+01:00I remember once being worried because I was about ...I remember once being worried because I was about to join a ship with a no-alcohol policy, and thinking about it, couldn't remember the last time I'd gone a day without drink. It was OK, as it happened... but strewth, used to get shitfaced much too much too often. Yes. But cidermaking is v life-affirming. Or can be.Dru Marlandhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03697874363783821382noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4834395892091327520.post-35419250300916779942011-08-13T15:36:43.698+01:002011-08-13T15:36:43.698+01:00'One' could say...
"Drinking leads d...'One' could say...<br /><br />"Drinking leads down the path to sin."<br /><br />Then again, I'm not religious and don't believe any of that tripe. So, tip a few, relax, enjoy yourself for a while and forget about your troubles while you can. <br /><br />I believe we all need an outlet to de-stress however, my particular technique is called...<br /><br />Wii ... Dance 2. Good fun and keeps you in shape as well!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4834395892091327520.post-71046446760832335352011-08-13T12:48:30.437+01:002011-08-13T12:48:30.437+01:00Caroline, I was joking about the paint stripper. W...Caroline, I was joking about the paint stripper. Where I live when folk say things like that they are actually paying a compliment, inferring that the drink is strong and good to drink. I am sure Jennys cider is excellent.<br />Louise, I wasn't a heavy drinker before I transitioned but did like to indulge once or twice a week. Nothing has changed really, in fact if anything I drink slightly more now. I don't think it has anything to do with becoming a woman if you find you drink less but maybe drinking too much beforehand is a way of dealing with life for some when they are under pressure and lack support from others. Everyone is different of course and each drinks for different reasons.<br /><br />Shirley Anne xxxShirley Annehttp://www.minkyweasel.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4834395892091327520.post-86562304717916366302011-08-13T10:10:27.950+01:002011-08-13T10:10:27.950+01:00Until I came out to my wife last year as the start...Until I came out to my wife last year as the start of me coming out to the world, I was drinking a gin and a half bottle of wine every night, and more on some nights.<br /><br />The change that the relief of suddenly starting to become who I really am has cut that to a small glass of wine. Drink had indeed been a support but I had not realised how much. I am sure that as you progress to becoming the woman that you know you are you will find less and less need for drink.Louisehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16810134006385252955noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4834395892091327520.post-69790087774076352932011-08-13T00:25:14.278+01:002011-08-13T00:25:14.278+01:00Jenny's cider is far from paint stripper and s...Jenny's cider is far from paint stripper and slips down easily, probably too easily!<br /><br />Since hormone change I drink much less than the little I drank before, it is a social thing for me.<br /><br />I had no idea just hoe depressed I was before! I am an infinitely happier person these days and have no idea how I survived so long in that past state.Carolinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02133031265351841626noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4834395892091327520.post-10427756127792964102011-08-12T22:28:20.927+01:002011-08-12T22:28:20.927+01:00It's bad enough getting drunk at the pub but e...It's bad enough getting drunk at the pub but even worse when at home. I think the latter is more dangerous a habit especially if you have nobody to discourage you. I like a drink as much as anybody and my weakness is also drinking that little bit too much sometimes. Fortunately I don't drink often however one of my favourite tipples is red wine and too much of that stuff really does put you in a horizontal position if you are not careful. Cider and perry are delicious of course but I find they fill me up too quickly. I suppose Jenny, you could always use your excess cider as a paint stripper! LOL<br /><br />Shirley Anne xxxShirley Annehttp://www.minkyweasel.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4834395892091327520.post-11360247244791209782011-08-12T21:38:28.853+01:002011-08-12T21:38:28.853+01:00Before I transitioned, my weekend night drunks had...Before I transitioned, my weekend night drunks had turned into every night. Always controlled, never during the day, but two double whiskies a night and more on weekends. I used to ensure I never ran out.<br /><br />It's called self-medication.<br /><br />It's a measure of how much has changed for me that I no longer have more than a a couple glasses of wine with a meal out, and there's no booze in the house. And I don't miss it.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com