life safari 11-17-08

I heard a news report just a few moments ago and it just had me in tears on my knees.
A horse, someones pet was found dead from being struck between the eyes with a sledge hammer. I am absolutely stricken with grief. How can man be so cruel to animals. How can man be so cruel to man. What sort of person or persons can do this type of cruelty? Animals, I reason, can't talk back, can be tied up and restrained to have this hell visited upon them. But, right after that thought comes to mind that the same things are done to people too - every day some place in this world. How truly tragic and sad. God forgive us - mankind-mancruel

tonight, I am Grateful and Thankful...

that seeing a stray cat at the Post Office on my way home, I am so happy and grateful that Precious is safe and sound

I held her to me tightly and kissed her as I always do when I see animals running loose. I'm so glad she is safe !

that I do not miss drinking

that Jack is in remission. He has a cancer scan Dec. 2nd. I am praying that he will be cancer-free and remain so - it is a Miracle that he is in remission after his condition from radiation

I am doing well on my diet and exercise routine this week

that there are plenty of non-fattening crunchy foods I can eat to dull hunger

that I am not or do I know any cruel people

for the pleasure of friendship. Mary, a friend has come back into my life and I am enjoying our times together

for a social weekend

for having 11 years sober and clean today

that I celebrated with friends and family at the noon meeting

that I am moved to pray for man's cruelty to cease

for God's Grace

thank YOU