I had acupuncture about nine or ten years ago, and while it didn't fix the problem I was using it for (infertility), it felt wonderful! Definitely made me feel euphoric and did not hurt, so I think Maggie had a bad experience and hopefully that won't happen to anyone else who tries it. Newlife

Yes, maybe I will delete that post as I have had it before and had no problems - it didn't do much for me at the time but it didn't hurt then - as Newlife said maybe this was a one off!

Glad it helped you Newlife !

Hugs, Maggie x

Thanks for the reminder about acupuncture, Jaba. That is a great idea. I have been using the same acupuncturist for almost 30 years, so I have no fears about going to her. I have used her for chronic health problems like sinusitis and ear infections and she has worked miracles. I have been lax about seeing her and I do always feel better when I see her four times a year or so for maintenance. Plus, it is allergy season in New England so it wouldn't hurt to bop in for that so I don't start having problems. I am sorry that you had a bad experience, Maggie. I would have been scared to death if my hand was numb for a month.

I realized last night that the feeling I get after a couple of drinks is one of being tired. Do you know how you feel when you are so tired that you just don't feel well? That is how I get after drinking. I guess that is a good thing since I certainly won't be the last gal standing at a party any more.

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My acupuncturist is an acupuncturist and a cranial sacral therapist. I have been to a Chinese MD who used acupuncture but she was not as intuitive or as good as the person I now use. I think that the combo of acupuncture and cranial sacral therapy is a good one.

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I think that the combo of acupuncture and cranial sacral therapy is rare. Most people I know need to go to two practitioners. I feel fortunate.

Saturday marked week 17 down. 20 units and 0 A/F days.

Last night we went for a ride on our friend's boat to see the super moon. It was lovely and relaxing but I over drank, having four drinks over the course of the evening. I hated the way I felt, both by drink number three and this morning. I do realize that I must be more vigilant with my drink. I try to put it down so that it is not in my hand and as easy to drink mindlessly but then there is the issue with the host topping it off. Why can't I just let it sit there without touching it? Next time I will announce I have a busy day the next day and am limiting myself to two drinks.

Today starts day one of my cleanse. I am looking forward to focusing some energy on taking care of myself.

Happy Monday to all!

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The shortest cleanse I have ever done - one half day. On Monday afternoon my friend got rushed to the hospital. Wouldn't you think there would be healthy food at a hospital? Unfortunately, by the time I realized I was going to be there for awhile, a sandwich was the best I could do. Of course, that gave me carte blanche to drink three glasses of wine when I got home at 11:30pm. I am looking forward to the day when I do not look forward to a glass of wine at the end of a tough day. I know that day will come. Cleansing again tomorrow...