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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).

Friday, October 26, 2007

life safari #123

It is comforting to know that dAAve is out in the early morning hours. Good Morning, dAAve.
And, Scott is there. Good Morning, Scott.
I have an early appt. with Bernie this morning. Thank goodness the early morning air will help me wake up as I drive.

It is a Good Day to be alive.
More later.

Have a Blessed day !

Thursday, October 25, 2007

life safari #122

Good morning. I have had to fill in at work the past few days so have not had time to write.
The cashier booth was hit by an SUV and sustained structural damage. My co-worker was shaken up and possibly injured her back in the ordeal.

The damage to our booth has been repaired (yesterday -ALL DAY), WHAT A MESS !
It was challenging having the lane closed orr and on during the day and trying to conduct business and keep traffic flowing.

Today, will be the last day of chaos, hopefully. Normally I am off today but must go in at 7:00 and work until 1:00. Then, Blessed the Lord, my schedule will return to normal.

Frank and I are going to see Barbara and Dell Saturday. Really looking forward to getting to the Farm in this Glorious weather.

I am Grateful and Thankful...
to be sober, clean and smoke-free
to have Faith in God, today
this fantastic weather
that Houston is not on fire - I feel for those in Calif.
the evening at class tonight
to see Frank, we haven't had time to visit this week
My Sister. Because she is witnessing a dramatic change in me, we are turning a corner in our SisterHood - Awesome, welcome change for me ! I have wanted a closer relationship with her for sooo long !
A wonderful picnic with Mike over pizza in his office yesterday. Good food, good company !
Precious and her steady love
God's Grace
thank YOU

Tuesday, October 23, 2007

life safari #121

I am Grateful and Thankful...
for this cold snap
the rain yesterday
that we are not in a horrible drought and water shortage as some are
to be sober, clean and smoke free another day
that dAAve is very happy for me regarding not smoking - that's support ! Thank you Friend
that I am awake and very alive
Precious' and my health
that we are two cats of the same mind. We like solitude, watching the fire in the fire place, resting on the hearth with our backs warmed by the fire
sunny, cold days
Peace. Precious and I enjoy peace in our lives today.
Thank YOU, Heavenly Father

Monday, October 22, 2007

life safari #120

I am Grateful and Thankful...
for the cool front
for the rain
for a new week
that I did not over eat last night because I felt down emotionally-journaling is helping, waiting a few minutes is helping, and praying was the answer - Thank YOU
that I was able to light the fireplace this morning
that the lizards cleared off the flue prior to my opening it - Thank you Saint Francis of Assisi
I was disappointed and let down yesterday whenI was not able to follow along with the Priest at Mass. Oh, not the readings from the Bible. I was not able to find where Father John was in the dialogs and responsal Prayers
Thank you Rose for sharing that, some days one is due to just sit and mentally follow along
that I realized I was standing on my throat over my inability to follow along. I study a lot and have EXPECTATIONS that I will "get it" quickly
most Catholics were raised doing, saying, responding all their lives. I am new - it is O.K.
Bless the Lord for the work I am doing on myself.
I have an AWESOME GOD !!!!!!!
Thank YOU

Sunday, October 21, 2007

life safari #119

another beautiful day !
Happy Sunday !

I am Grateful and Thankful...
to live in America
my needs and my wants are met today
to be sober, clean and smoke free
for the day to do as I wish
next weekend, going to "the farm"
sweet
God's Grace
thank YOU