Day 4


If withdrawal is to hit, it will hit today or tomorrow. So far, my only symptom is a disruption of my sleep patterns. A bad enough symptom, to be sure, which can lead to grouchiness, and a head that is screaming at me for an afternoon snack. So far, a lunchtime nap has worked to keep me upright -- but no such opportunity today, as my new department at work is taking me out for a (belated) birthday lunch, according to department custom.

The lunch itself should be no problem, as the restaurant is "California style" which means lots of salads and even occasional whole grains available. I might even be able to score a double espresso...

I am looking forward to "getting clean" a lot. I've put Artist's Way on hold largely because of my complete inability to adhere to the contract requiring "excellent self-care." I could no longer kid myself that afternoon raids on the candy machine, cafeteria, etc. coupled with lack of exercise, constituted excellent self-care. I'd like to start it over.


Posted: Thu - July 10, 2008 at 07:10 AM   | | | | |

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