Good morning ! Glad it's Saturday.
Well, I only had one guess regarding the photo of dAAve on his AA birthday.
Scott W. made a good guess that he was in Nigeria. Very close.
dAAve was in Senegal, Africa.
Today I am Grateful and Thankful...
I have had a good week at work in spite of not feeling well
in thinking about leaving this job, it has made me look at the things I'm grateful for regarding this job
sure, things occur that really irritate me. What's new? There are far more pluses than negatives in this job. I will try harder to remember and appreciate those things daily
Being involved in my Catechism classes each week will have a profound effect on my life. I welcome that. I look forward to that and the time has finally come. Next Thursday.
Mike and his faith. Support. Encouragement. Happiness for me.
that I am clean and sober and, once again, smoke-free this morning.
Day one. (full day)
that I have finally surrendered that I can not smoke without consequences (detrimental)
not smoking does not have to mean weight gain. I know what to do, I just have to do it
Precious, hummingbirds and butterflies. Flowers and birds
God's Grace
thank YOU
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 8, 2007
Friday, September 7, 2007
life safari #84
Happy Friday everyone.
I am Grateful and Thankful...
for a weekend to rest. I actually have been feeling worse after the "cure" for my congestion
that Lisa is on the mend from her fall off of her horse
to be clean and sober another day
that I can go back to bed for a while before I go to work
I wish I could miss work today - I really feel horrible. I will be glad when this mess passes
I'm sure you do to - I imagine you're sick of hearing about it
sorry
love to all
I am Grateful and Thankful...
for a weekend to rest. I actually have been feeling worse after the "cure" for my congestion
that Lisa is on the mend from her fall off of her horse
to be clean and sober another day
that I can go back to bed for a while before I go to work
I wish I could miss work today - I really feel horrible. I will be glad when this mess passes
I'm sure you do to - I imagine you're sick of hearing about it
sorry
love to all
Thursday, September 6, 2007
life safari #83
Thursday. No rain in our forecast today.
I am Grateful and Thankful...
that I am not a religious zealot
I got an offer for a job yesterday
that I have to pinch myself over the fact that I get paid to do what I do - I smooze and cut-up with people all day - SWEET
that sometimes I forget that there is no "perfect" situation in any job
that the offer made me feel appreciated and that I do have skills that are attractive to other's
Thank you, B
that thanks to my departed Father, I don't have to keep my nose to the grindstone
for a number of years I have scaled down my cost of living (since 1985) So, I have contributed to my own ability to live on less
that I feel for those who can not manage their money and so must work 2 or 3 jobs
because of my parents' example, (and help when younger) I was raised to be responsible
God's Grace. I have been Blessed, I know it and I'm the first to tell you
to be sober and clean this morning. That fact has been one of the biggest reasons why I am where I am today. Had I not sobered up in 1997 I would be penniless
thank YOU
I am Grateful and Thankful...
that I am not a religious zealot
I got an offer for a job yesterday
that I have to pinch myself over the fact that I get paid to do what I do - I smooze and cut-up with people all day - SWEET
that sometimes I forget that there is no "perfect" situation in any job
that the offer made me feel appreciated and that I do have skills that are attractive to other's
Thank you, B
that thanks to my departed Father, I don't have to keep my nose to the grindstone
for a number of years I have scaled down my cost of living (since 1985) So, I have contributed to my own ability to live on less
that I feel for those who can not manage their money and so must work 2 or 3 jobs
because of my parents' example, (and help when younger) I was raised to be responsible
God's Grace. I have been Blessed, I know it and I'm the first to tell you
to be sober and clean this morning. That fact has been one of the biggest reasons why I am where I am today. Had I not sobered up in 1997 I would be penniless
thank YOU
Wednesday, September 5, 2007
dAAve's Day
As a tribute to our dAAve on his 4th AA birthday, let's play a game.
Dave has worked and lived all over the world.
The game is called "Where is Dave?" One guess per person, please.
Oh, by the way, that REALLY is our dAAve (teehee)
The exact country. Good luck !
life safari #82
I am Grateful and Thankful for/that...
dAAve is celebrating 4 years of sobriety today - Happy Birthday, dAAve !
work was enjoyable yesterday. I intend to make it the same way today
another morning sober and clean
because of sobriety, I have choices today and the courage to make choices
after I see the Doctor this morning I will be on the mend
a great night's sleep last night
a blank sheet of life today. I can write my own journey
I choose to be happy, joyous and free today
I apologized to a co-worker yesterday so that we might end this stand-off
I did nothing that I needed to apologize about
I chose to be happy rather than "right"
He may not feel better, but I do
the courage to change the things I can
God's Grace
dAAve is celebrating 4 years of sobriety today - Happy Birthday, dAAve !
work was enjoyable yesterday. I intend to make it the same way today
another morning sober and clean
because of sobriety, I have choices today and the courage to make choices
after I see the Doctor this morning I will be on the mend
a great night's sleep last night
a blank sheet of life today. I can write my own journey
I choose to be happy, joyous and free today
I apologized to a co-worker yesterday so that we might end this stand-off
I did nothing that I needed to apologize about
I chose to be happy rather than "right"
He may not feel better, but I do
the courage to change the things I can
God's Grace
Tuesday, September 4, 2007
life safari #81 1/2
Lisa (Scott W's sis),
thank you for dropping by and commenting. I just love your Brother. You are a welcome addition to my blog. Please stay in touch.
Sorry for your "spill" from your horse. My horse was always a danger to me physically. She made a believer out of me one day and I had to take drastic actions. I almost lost both legs in two separate "accidents" caused by her unruliness in the 6 years we were together.
She was not the horse for me but at that time in my life, I was living on the "edge."
One day, I realized that the "edge of danger" was getting closer to becoming my demise.
One of the more sad chapters in my life.
It isn't something I talk about. I'd rather keep that memory quiet. I imagine you can understand that.
Come again, Lisa. Good to hear from you. kathy
thank you for dropping by and commenting. I just love your Brother. You are a welcome addition to my blog. Please stay in touch.
Sorry for your "spill" from your horse. My horse was always a danger to me physically. She made a believer out of me one day and I had to take drastic actions. I almost lost both legs in two separate "accidents" caused by her unruliness in the 6 years we were together.
She was not the horse for me but at that time in my life, I was living on the "edge."
One day, I realized that the "edge of danger" was getting closer to becoming my demise.
One of the more sad chapters in my life.
It isn't something I talk about. I'd rather keep that memory quiet. I imagine you can understand that.
Come again, Lisa. Good to hear from you. kathy
life safari #81
Happy AA Birthday, dAAve !!
Tuesday after Labor Day.
I am Grateful and Thankful for/that...
It's a bright new day
I'm sober and clean another day
so far, our coast is safe from hurricanes
Scott's blog regarding "thoughts"
a good reminder to actively channel my thoughts on a good track today
the activity of the Hummingbirds and Butterflies in the atrium
my head cold is gone, I just have to get rid of my chest congestion
the Dr. can see to that. Hope I can get in this morning and make the noon AA meeting too
if that is to happen, I must get with it now
another day to keep it "real"
love and family
God's Grace
of course, Precious and her presence in my life
thank YOU
Tuesday after Labor Day.
I am Grateful and Thankful for/that...
It's a bright new day
I'm sober and clean another day
so far, our coast is safe from hurricanes
Scott's blog regarding "thoughts"
a good reminder to actively channel my thoughts on a good track today
the activity of the Hummingbirds and Butterflies in the atrium
my head cold is gone, I just have to get rid of my chest congestion
the Dr. can see to that. Hope I can get in this morning and make the noon AA meeting too
if that is to happen, I must get with it now
another day to keep it "real"
love and family
God's Grace
of course, Precious and her presence in my life
thank YOU
Monday, September 3, 2007
life safari #80
Happy Labor Day.
I am Grateful and Thankful ...
for another day of sobriety and being clean
wonderful blogging entries from my friends
photos and art shared
modern conveniences
for the rest and relaxation the past week
I had a pleasant dream about my horse last night (been years)
for dreams remembered - it is a rarity
Precious
to have a "comfortable" life today
that I am fortunate, Blessed - to be able to slow down as I get older. I worried for years what would happen tomorrow. What would become of me.
To be able to appreciate "age" as being a "mellow" place (for me)
God's Grace
I am Grateful and Thankful ...
for another day of sobriety and being clean
wonderful blogging entries from my friends
photos and art shared
modern conveniences
for the rest and relaxation the past week
I had a pleasant dream about my horse last night (been years)
for dreams remembered - it is a rarity
Precious
to have a "comfortable" life today
that I am fortunate, Blessed - to be able to slow down as I get older. I worried for years what would happen tomorrow. What would become of me.
To be able to appreciate "age" as being a "mellow" place (for me)
God's Grace
Sunday, September 2, 2007
life safari #79
Happy Sunday !
my cold is better but, my chest is very congested. A trip to the Doctor for a shot to "dry me up" would be a nice gift to myself on Tuesday.
Right after I got up from my post on Saturday, there was one more Hummingbird in the fray of chasing the other two away from the feeders. I have never been able to discover where they nest. I know that they have several in the tree out front and in my next door neighbor's tree. I see them come and go from the atrium. Their nests are so tiny, it would be like finding a needle in a haystack. That discovery is on my list of "perhaps one day's." In all the times I walked in Brazos Bend State Park, I never came upon a sluffed-off deer antler either. Or, a hawk or owl's feather. Boy, I could work up a good "resentment list" over these disapointments. No need for that.
What I am Grateful and Thankful for today is...
I'm sober and clean this morning
I am safe
Precious is safe
I have a roof over my head. And, it's a nice roof
I have Grace, Peace, Family, Health, Serenity, Love, Integrity, DSL, Sustenance, Great Memories, Time to make more Memories
I have the world on a string !
God's Grace and time to work on becoming deserving of IT
One More Day to enjoy God's Bounty
thank YOU
my cold is better but, my chest is very congested. A trip to the Doctor for a shot to "dry me up" would be a nice gift to myself on Tuesday.
Right after I got up from my post on Saturday, there was one more Hummingbird in the fray of chasing the other two away from the feeders. I have never been able to discover where they nest. I know that they have several in the tree out front and in my next door neighbor's tree. I see them come and go from the atrium. Their nests are so tiny, it would be like finding a needle in a haystack. That discovery is on my list of "perhaps one day's." In all the times I walked in Brazos Bend State Park, I never came upon a sluffed-off deer antler either. Or, a hawk or owl's feather. Boy, I could work up a good "resentment list" over these disapointments. No need for that.
What I am Grateful and Thankful for today is...
I'm sober and clean this morning
I am safe
Precious is safe
I have a roof over my head. And, it's a nice roof
I have Grace, Peace, Family, Health, Serenity, Love, Integrity, DSL, Sustenance, Great Memories, Time to make more Memories
I have the world on a string !
God's Grace and time to work on becoming deserving of IT
One More Day to enjoy God's Bounty
thank YOU
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