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About Me
- peanut
- Houston, Texas, United States
- I am a native Houstonian. I have never lived elsewhere. I have had the opportunity to travel over the years. I am a recovering alcoholic. I have one cat who is indoor only.I love coffee very hot, popcorn, sweets, the sound of hummingbirds in flight, the songs of Mockingbirds, chirp of the Cardinals,butterflies, puppy breath, horse breath, the feel and sound of a cat purring (especially mine).
Saturday, September 1, 2007
life safari #78
Saturday, Sept. 1st
Wow, time flies.
Have seen two hummers, more will come. They delight in chasing each other around the atrium. They are very territorial little critters. Oh yes, dAAve, I was able to make out what they were humming yesterday... Hail to the Chief.
I am Grateful and Thankful...
to feel better today
I slept through the night (almost) last night
received a bit of rain this morning
Precious enjoyed a long cat-nap on the atrium yesterday
to be sober and clean another day
to enjoy "The Eyes of Texas" program last night
the beautiful Memorial to the late Princess Diana
everytime I answer my land line, I remember why I don't answer my land line
I would rather dig ditches than be a phone solicitor
for a few more days to get over this cold before work next week
a short week next week
I'm excited about the 13th and the path I will walk with a loving Sponsor
God's Grace
thank YOU
Wow, time flies.
Have seen two hummers, more will come. They delight in chasing each other around the atrium. They are very territorial little critters. Oh yes, dAAve, I was able to make out what they were humming yesterday... Hail to the Chief.
I am Grateful and Thankful...
to feel better today
I slept through the night (almost) last night
received a bit of rain this morning
Precious enjoyed a long cat-nap on the atrium yesterday
to be sober and clean another day
to enjoy "The Eyes of Texas" program last night
the beautiful Memorial to the late Princess Diana
everytime I answer my land line, I remember why I don't answer my land line
I would rather dig ditches than be a phone solicitor
for a few more days to get over this cold before work next week
a short week next week
I'm excited about the 13th and the path I will walk with a loving Sponsor
God's Grace
thank YOU
Friday, August 31, 2007
life safari #77
Friday. I have a nasty cold. Thank goodness I was able to take yesterday and today off from work.
Thank you to whomever worked for me. I believe it is my co-worker, A.
Thank You A. Also, thank you M for being so kind as to jump on getting relief for me.
I am Grateful and Thankful for/that...
the days off. I feel very rocky. have not been this ill in a long time
I breathe freer in the daytime. My nose begins to stop up around 5:00 pm - what is that about?
cooler weather is on the horizon
down-time to get better
I am sober and clean another day
I feel like sitting up to blog this morning - not so yesterday
time heals
I can crawl back in bed now
God's Grace
thank YOU
Thank you to whomever worked for me. I believe it is my co-worker, A.
Thank You A. Also, thank you M for being so kind as to jump on getting relief for me.
I am Grateful and Thankful for/that...
the days off. I feel very rocky. have not been this ill in a long time
I breathe freer in the daytime. My nose begins to stop up around 5:00 pm - what is that about?
cooler weather is on the horizon
down-time to get better
I am sober and clean another day
I feel like sitting up to blog this morning - not so yesterday
time heals
I can crawl back in bed now
God's Grace
thank YOU
Wednesday, August 29, 2007
life safari #76 1/2
August 29, 2007
11:37 A.M.
just saw the first hummingbird feeding in the atrium on various plants as well as the feeders
They're Here !!!!!!!!!
11:37 A.M.
just saw the first hummingbird feeding in the atrium on various plants as well as the feeders
They're Here !!!!!!!!!
life safari #76
Wednesday morning. No hummers sighted to date. Another awesome storm yesterday evening, beautiful and powerful. I do not like being in my glass "box" during lightening at work. I try and make myself very small - there's also the counter to dive under.
Today, I am Grateful and Thankful...
for another day clean and sober
that my hard work in my yard is very engaging and produces feelings of gratitude and enjoyment of a job well done
When I'm in the "Spiritual Zone," I get the same feelings. I strive to get back to that place today
I have vented my feelings about the frustrations and disapointments of my job, one last time.
No more talk - I'm done and I'm done. From today on, I give no extras, I care as much (or little) as everyone else involved and I do what I can and stop at that.
In almost 2 years, my efforts have not changed one thing. Why does it take me so long to see this? I am a "die-hard." I realize that my past has everything to do with this issue.
I treat every company I work for as I did when I worked for MY own business (the Family Business). It is a dead-end street. "UNCLE, I give !!!!!"
There.
I am Grateful for the fact that I do finally realize that I am repeating every job experience over and over. It is time to step out of this habit and be as ordinary as the next worker.
My late Father gave me a hardy work ethic. In the jobs I have had since leaving our Family business, that work ethic is a curse for me.
Inconguent. Forgive me, I needed to vent this. I am truly aware and set to be different today.
Thanks for allowing me to share.
Today, I am Grateful and Thankful...
for another day clean and sober
that my hard work in my yard is very engaging and produces feelings of gratitude and enjoyment of a job well done
When I'm in the "Spiritual Zone," I get the same feelings. I strive to get back to that place today
I have vented my feelings about the frustrations and disapointments of my job, one last time.
No more talk - I'm done and I'm done. From today on, I give no extras, I care as much (or little) as everyone else involved and I do what I can and stop at that.
In almost 2 years, my efforts have not changed one thing. Why does it take me so long to see this? I am a "die-hard." I realize that my past has everything to do with this issue.
I treat every company I work for as I did when I worked for MY own business (the Family Business). It is a dead-end street. "UNCLE, I give !!!!!"
There.
I am Grateful for the fact that I do finally realize that I am repeating every job experience over and over. It is time to step out of this habit and be as ordinary as the next worker.
My late Father gave me a hardy work ethic. In the jobs I have had since leaving our Family business, that work ethic is a curse for me.
Inconguent. Forgive me, I needed to vent this. I am truly aware and set to be different today.
Thanks for allowing me to share.
Tuesday, August 28, 2007
life safari #75
Gooood Morning !
what a beautiful day. Had a nice lightening storm last night. That cool breeze it carried in was very pleasing.
No hummingbirds seen to date.
I am Grateful and Thankful for/that...
yesterday I got the flowerbeds cleaned out and the ivy cut back on the house
I was happy, joyous and nice all day yesterday - it was a successful day
I have already made up my mind to repeat that state of being today
I was just called and asked to go into work - A.M. person is ill
it will be a very long day today but I feel up for the challenge
Well, I'd better get ready - not exactly what I was going to do with my morning off but,
today, I can and will be flexible and,
Happy, Joyous and Free
Precious and her Cat Spirit and companionship and, especially,
God's abundant Grace
thank YOU
what a beautiful day. Had a nice lightening storm last night. That cool breeze it carried in was very pleasing.
No hummingbirds seen to date.
I am Grateful and Thankful for/that...
yesterday I got the flowerbeds cleaned out and the ivy cut back on the house
I was happy, joyous and nice all day yesterday - it was a successful day
I have already made up my mind to repeat that state of being today
I was just called and asked to go into work - A.M. person is ill
it will be a very long day today but I feel up for the challenge
Well, I'd better get ready - not exactly what I was going to do with my morning off but,
today, I can and will be flexible and,
Happy, Joyous and Free
Precious and her Cat Spirit and companionship and, especially,
God's abundant Grace
thank YOU
Monday, August 27, 2007
life safari #74
What a beautiful Monday morning !
I am Grateful and Thankful for/that...
God chose to allow me another day of "life" today
A well manicured lawn - it lifts my Spirit the day after I mow, edge and sweep
the temperature Sunday seemed cooler than usual
I stop what I'm doing now when I get tired
Precious is doing her "cat thing" in the atrium (sleeping, what else) At night, it's a different story
house cats are simply little "Big Cats" and all that that entails
to be sober and clean
for a new start on a new week
it's almost September
for an awesome life. I feel I have had several life -times in this one. I have lived a diverse life
I am happy with who I am today
God's Grace
thank YOU
I am Grateful and Thankful for/that...
God chose to allow me another day of "life" today
A well manicured lawn - it lifts my Spirit the day after I mow, edge and sweep
the temperature Sunday seemed cooler than usual
I stop what I'm doing now when I get tired
Precious is doing her "cat thing" in the atrium (sleeping, what else) At night, it's a different story
house cats are simply little "Big Cats" and all that that entails
to be sober and clean
for a new start on a new week
it's almost September
for an awesome life. I feel I have had several life -times in this one. I have lived a diverse life
I am happy with who I am today
God's Grace
thank YOU
Sunday, August 26, 2007
life safari #72 and #73
Good Sunday. I fell behind on my posts. I was busy and unable to write Saturday but, the day was very productive. Had an inpromtu "garage sale" of the rubbish we took from behind the stage at the Center. It was not announced because we did not want anyone bringing anything from their home, we just wanted to see what we could glean from what we had. As it turns out, for the items we had to "sell" we made about $300.00. Enough to buy the shelves we need to purchase to store the keeper items behind the stage on.
It was a fun day. Early start (8:00 am) but, funa s the morning progressed.
I was able to make my amends to D for my comments and judgements regarding our "matching funds" contributor on Friday night, a week ago. He was very gracious and accepted my apology.
I learned a lot from that incident and will not jump to judge again. I was wrong on all levels and will not repeat that behavior.
I have a new respect for the board members of the Center. I like and respect all of them. It is a wonderful thing to "play" with people one works with.
It is a beautiful bonding experience. I have a new set of glasses. Thank you D,T,B,D and M.
I believe we make a strong team for the Lambda Board. We are there to serve, hopefully make some safety corrections and save the Center some money in the bargain.
I am proud to serve with you guys and dolls (Z). teehee
I am Grateful and Thankful..
to be clean and sober another day
a wonderful Birthday Night last night
Happy AA Birthday everyone !
Jeanie, I am thinking of you and will call you to see how you are doing. You were missed last night. God Bless.
Thank YOU
It was a fun day. Early start (8:00 am) but, funa s the morning progressed.
I was able to make my amends to D for my comments and judgements regarding our "matching funds" contributor on Friday night, a week ago. He was very gracious and accepted my apology.
I learned a lot from that incident and will not jump to judge again. I was wrong on all levels and will not repeat that behavior.
I have a new respect for the board members of the Center. I like and respect all of them. It is a wonderful thing to "play" with people one works with.
It is a beautiful bonding experience. I have a new set of glasses. Thank you D,T,B,D and M.
I believe we make a strong team for the Lambda Board. We are there to serve, hopefully make some safety corrections and save the Center some money in the bargain.
I am proud to serve with you guys and dolls (Z). teehee
I am Grateful and Thankful..
to be clean and sober another day
a wonderful Birthday Night last night
Happy AA Birthday everyone !
Jeanie, I am thinking of you and will call you to see how you are doing. You were missed last night. God Bless.
Thank YOU
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