life safari 2008r

A lovely Saturday, a bit cool and over-cast.

Well, I have been out of the loop for a time. dAAve got a neat, restored T-Bird, he anad his friend have found a new home - such exciting stuff !!!

Today, I am Grateful and Thankful for/that...

I'm off work today and tomorrow
there is a seminar I am attending for training to work with children (spotting abuse signs, staying beyond accusations, etc.)
I am going out to water my plants, feed the birds (and St. Francis' squirrels)
Have a WONDERFUL DAY !!!!!

life safari 2008q

Happy Thursday, everyone ! Got a spot of rain, now the sun is out - you Houstonians know what THAT means. Say it...humidity to the max

Today, I am Grateful and Thankful...
to be alive and well
to have a job that I like
to have a job, period !
for the bit of rain we did get this morning
for the Gift of Faith that I have today
to the Lord Jesus Christ for His Gifts of many Blessings
that I seek ways to give back what He has generously given me - I don't have to look very far
I am Blessed to be able to help some of the homeless and hungry folks in my area
for the Gift of this very precious cat who lives with me and keeps me laughing. She curled up that fairly large body into a round plastic planter on top of the table in the atrium - what a hoot it was to watch her circle and figure out how to curl up in it - she has great perseverence !
for love
for joy
for health
for happiness
for sobriety
thank YOU
and, for not smoking ! I can breathe - Praise God !

life safari 2008p

What a wonderful evening last night. Visiting with people whom I love and admire, eating a lovely meal that was prepared and placed in front of us with lots of love and care. A most interesting andmoving talk on the Holy Spirit, my life just gets better every moment.

I am Grateful and Thankful...

for the richness of my faith and the St. Anne Catholic Community
it is truly a Community of open, loving and welcoming people
I have the best life - the same type of love and people in AA and at church ! Prais God !
Wow, it is grand to be me today. I feel like the most blessed individual around. My life is truly rich. And, I do not desire to forget my past or shut the door on it !
Everything that I have done has gotten me to this point in time. I never thought my life would be like this. That I would feel like this
for the many prayers of my loved ones
for my loved ones
that Jack is free of cancer and is delivered to us for recovery
that I pray for other's today. I keep Valarie in my prayers
for the wonderful, love of my little "big cat" - what a wonderful gift from God to me
for the gift of my faith today
for the Grace of God
thank YOU

life safari 2008o

Another week almost over. Rain on the way-my plants really are ready too. Tax time finished for another year- reason to cheer.

I am Grateful and Thankful...

an up-lifting visit to TrailBoss' blog site - just wonderful !!!
A enjoyable learning experience at RCIA tonight
a morning to sleep in a bit tomorrow
looking forward to working in the atrium this weekend
some cleaning in the bathrooms this weekend
getting all the broken electronic gizmos boxed up to get rid of for Earth Day
Recycling all my bags of aluminum, paper and plastic for recycling - let's get it to the recycling bins now-HELLO?
one more shift and I'm good to go
that I am still employed and I think the shoe in the air has been relaxed now-thank goodness !
God's Grace
Precious
the gift of faith
some mind-blowing realizations tonight. I must be about the only person that takes the Jewish Books literally ! Oh my gosh ! What a sap I am.
for knowledge and understanding - finally
thank YOU

life safari 2008n

Another gorgeous day in HTown.

It's trash day, good bye ivy that I torn down from the wall of my house ! Good bye and good riddance. What a mess.

It was a wonderful cool and breezy day Saturday. I worked in the yard all day until I could barely move. The house and yard are much improved.

Work is going well. The other shoe has not dropped on my head, as yet. Perhaps the trauma is over (?) I hope so.

Today, I am Grateful and Thankful...

to be alive and well in this beautiful day the Lord has made
Precious and I are here together. She is such a wonderful gift from God
Jim, as usual, did a brilliant job getting my taxes done on time. I always get it to him late
after today, I don't have to think about April 15th until next year
honey in my coffee
coffee in the morning. Or, anytime of day or night
time for myself and meditation this morning
Eye Doctor visit tomorrow - we'll see if my eye is well
just to be alive-happy, joyous and free today !
God's Grace
thank YOU

life safari 2008m

Oh, I am so happy that this week is over. I was still working on yesterday's errands into the night last night. I believe (have not heard otherwise) that I got it all done successfully.
Praise God !

I had a wonderful morning in prayer and meditation. I always feel recharged and Spiritual afterwards. I pray that I can carry this feeling all day. It is my best days when I can be happy, joyous and free ALL DAY LONG.

Something just exploded in the area of the back yards -Well, I see no fire, smoke or hear anything else irregular so, all is well.

I am Grateful and Thankful for/that...

I am alive and well this morning
excitement about getting out and putting lots of physical work in the yards tomorrow -rain or shine
Precious is alive and well and "cat-napping"
the Blessings of Charley Frazer, Jane Frazer, Beulah Griffin - precious departed Loved Ones
My precious Love Ones who are here with me - Thank God for you all in my life !
The Grace of God
thank YOU

life safari 2008l

I long to go in and lie down. I have been finishing up on some banking business I had to attend to today.
Oh, I have also played a bit tonight as well. It is good to see/hear my friends and family having a good time with their blogs.

I am very Grateful and Thankful...

that tomorrow is Friday
that I look forward to doing my yard work this weekend
to have made a better investment for a change
that May 4th will be here very soon
the anticipation of lying down on my heating pad and drifting to sleep in a minute
that I am Happy, Joyous and Free today. All day. It has been a few weeks since I have felt this happy
God's Grace
thank YOU

life safari 2008k

Well, I am up, ready for the day and happy to be here.
CCSC is giving the volunteers at Emergency Services a nice "thank you" breakfast this morning.
I have a busy day and evening. I meet with my CPA after work to give him my tax prep business.
Tomorrow and Thursday will be alot of running around too. I'm up for it.

I am Grateful and Thankful...

I beat dAAve and Scott up and at 'em this morning ( a first)
to be rested and ready for a biscuit and eggs for breakfast with friends
that I will be at the noon meeting today also
to be a citizen in America
to be a Christian in America
for freedoms that other's do not have
for a delightful ball of fur and love named Precious
to be sober, clean and smoke-free
Monday is over -yeah !
the other shoe did not drop yesterday
I feel better about the work "thing" today. I will not live today walking on eggs any more.
Whatever will be, will be-Doris Day
the gift of faith
God's Grace
thank YOU

life safari 2008j

Good morning. Well, I may have gotten myself fired Friday. If so, it's ok, I popped off to someone because I was kept late by, guess who, M___S__T once again ! So, if I'm done, I good with it. Frankly, I have not been happy there for some time now. I can't get on the morning shift and I'm sick of these late meetings, unanounced meetings, meetings called and don't materialize, well, you get it.

Had a frank discussion with Sonny yesterday regarding what's going on inside me lately. It was a real good talk and I am so happy to spend some time with him. He's doing well and feeling fit - that makes me happy.

I am Grateful and Thanful that/for...

I have a busy week because of April 15th - my least favorite time of the year !
I am prepared for anything today
it is ok with me whatever happens this week
a wonderful Mass yesterday - Father Tom gave a great Homily and I got a beautiful, intimate Blessing from a newly ordained Priest
my gift of faith
Precious and her funny little ways
all of the people I call "family." I love you every one
to serve other's today at CCSC
God's Grace and Mercy
thank YOU
Mike, I need your new Cell phone number !!!!!!!

life safari 2008i

i,i,i,i,i ! It's all about ME !!!!! Oh, now I feel better.

It really isn't. There is no i in WE.

Today, I am Grateful and Thankful for/that...

a fantastic topic and speaker at RCIA last night
a listening friend who told me her "stuff" too
I am extremely hard on myself and after our talk last night believe that I can let up - I am NOT the worst of the worst as I build it up in my mind (I feel I am Graced with God's Love and abundance in the morning hours and condemned and out of God's Grace in the evening hours)
that I have my reasons for the way I feel but that, other people are more prone to reverence and prayer in the morning as opposed to evening as well
for the courage to talk about this issue and get another person's experience
seems I am a pretty normal Christian
God's Grace
thank YOU

life safari 2008h

Thursday evening, back to RCIA. Had a wonderful talk about Vatican II and history behind of the changes it brought.

It was pizza night - always one of my favorites.

Helped a few folks find some clothes this morning. Was a bit slow today.

I am happy that tomorrow is Friday. It is my Nephew's birthday. Happy Birthday John !!

I am Grateful and Thankful that/for...

feeling better tonight than I did today (emotionally)
sharing with another human being really helps me get in touch with the fact that other people feel, do, think, some of the same things as I - I am not the only one
armed with the knowledge of the above, I can go easier on myself
I have some investment business to do this next week
this year I am really dragging my feet about getting my taxes done
I have been dragging my feet this year PERIOD !!
the promise of a new day tomorrow
Divine Mercy and saving Grace
ThankYOU

life safari 2008g

What a wonderful day to be a new catholic ! The dedication and consecration of the new Co-Cathedral is exciting and beautiful.

The damper for me is that it is the day that Pope John Paul II died. But, He is looking in on the celebration ! This is quite a learning experience also. Many things are being explained that I have never heard because this type of experience has never come up until today-awesome !

I have seen many shows on tv of the Co-Cathedral - inside and out but I am chomping at the bit (as are many of us) to get inside to see it all in person ! Just beautiful, Heavenly and brought together with a lot of love by many folks who love their faith and religion.

I, and the rest of the RCIA students in the Arch Diocese were fortunate to be welcomed into the catholic faith recently by Arch Bishop Firorenza.

I am Grateful and Thankful...

to be in a religion and faith that I love and enjoy
to be sober, clean and smoke-free another day
to be able to witness the dedication of the Co-Cathedral today
for the gift of faith today
for the gift of Precious and her love in our home
God's abundant Grace, Forgiveness, Patience and Mercy
Thank YOU

life safari 2008f

The past week at work has been very difficult. Actually, since Mike was moved I have been rather uptight and on edge - unhappy. A period of mourning which I always tend to deny I am going through. OK, I've been mourning the loss and change. That doesn't mean I do not like my new boss, I do. He is very patient (like Mike), a very hard worker and has a very even temperment.

Today was a trying day with several customers. Sometimes problems pile up. On after the other and I am not able to cath my breath and re-group. It was one of those kind of days.
But, tomorrow is a new day and I intend to relax at home in the morning before going in.

I am just very glad that this work day is over.

I am Grateful and Thankful...

to be sober, clean and smoke-free
to see some old friends today - miss you guys
to have settled some things in my own mind that relieve me of some stress and worry
for the gift of my very sweet and loving cat, Precious. Thank you Lord ! She is a joy.
for God's Grace
for Frank and his patience, love and understanding. He is a rock and a Blessing to me
that Spring Break is over and back to RCIA Thursday
Thank YOU

life safari 2008e

What a nice morning I've had ! Slept in a bit, read my daily meditations and readings with candles and incense to set a mood of tranquility and peace. This habit is one that I happen to enjoy and have practiced for some time now.

I am struggling with my habit of eating at night-sweets, and too many of them. Very compulsive and self-defeating. Tonight, I have vowed to myself and God to get out and walk rather than eat those things. Even if I only walk once around the cul-de-sac of my street, I must make a start. I Will Make The Start !

Weekend plans: yard work tomorrow, dinner out with Frank, Mass at 11:00 Sunday, walk again on Sunday. I will print this out and keep it in front of my today, tomorrow, and until I get a new habit established. It helps to talk about this. Thank you for listening and allowing me to make a contract with you, God and me.
I, Peanut, will walk at least one time around the cul-de-sac on my street every night.
signed, x ______K.M.F. - Peanut______

I am Grateful and Thankful for/that...
I am alive and well
Precious of daily joy and love in my life
I am sober, clean and smoke-free another day
God's Grace and the gift of my faith
God's patience which I consider Salvation today
the friends and family I am Blessed with
I know I will "wake up" those endorphines when I get off high-center and will feel better
Thank YOU
Peace be with you all

life safari 2008d

Wow, it has been a while since I've had or taken the time to blog. I seem to lose track of time.

It has been a period of trying to get back on a schedule after the Easter Celebration. What a wonderful and beautiful Mass we had at Easter Vigil (Sat. 3/22/08).
During that time I was having some back problems (too much weight) and not eager to get out of bed and start the day.

I am wondering what the summer will bring as far as scheduling at work. I may not be able to have Thursdays off after my RCIA program is over. I will miss the classes and people but will be very happy to be in full Communion with the Church on May 4th (Sunday 11:00 AM Mass). I have been very ready for the opportunity to exercise the Sacrament of Reconciliation and the Sacrament of the Holy Eucharist. I have been holding my breath for months, it seems. I am very excited to be close to being able to participate fully as a Catholic.

On the job front, I feel uninspired and a bit bored lately. I think I am in need of a real vacation !
Frank and I are going to France and Italy in Oct. or Nov. 2008. Time seems to be passing by so quickly - it will be vacation time before I know it. We must get our plans ironed out.

Well, my back is beginning to ache. I guess it's time for the heating pad. I am very disappointed that basketball is taking so much air-time on television. But,

I am Grateful and Thankful...

for the joy of living in Precious' domain
God's Grace and patience
to be sober, clean and smoke-free
tomorrow is Friday !
to be alive and well
for the folks that I love being alive and well
Spring break being over soon and the church schedule going back to normal (during the week)
for LOVE
coffee with milk and honey

Good Night

life safari 2008c

Tuesday of Holy week.

Going to Sears and shop for clothes. Just an outfit or two. I am tired of the same two things I have to wear. So is everyone else !

I am Grateful and Thankful...

for dAAve's support regarding my smoke-free status - thanks dAAve !
that I am alive, well and loved today
that I have the capacity to love other's today (genuinely, love)
God's Grace

life safari 2008b

Happy Monday of Holy Week !

This is going to be a very busy week and weekend. I look forward to all the activity and yet have much saddness regarding the Passion of Christ.

Today is a volunteer day. The second time I am involved in the front office doing computer work and phone work. I hope it goes well today.

Also, I will have a new boss today. Mike was transfered to downtown. I hope I will be happy with the situation. If not happy, at least patient, adult and reserved in my reactions to the newness.

I don't much like change, ya know? I have said my prayers and will "let go" of all today and just be a worker bee.

I am Grateful to be sober, clean and smoke-free
for the weekend and rest
that I can get up and around today-my back is very unhappy with this weight on me
that today I will stay in an attitude of Gratitude
thank YOU
Peace !

life safari 2008a

Good morning. Could not get to sleep last night. I have not wanted to go to sleep at night for many nights lately for some reason. Good programs to watch on TBN while awake, however.

Today, I am Grateful and Thankful...

to be alive and well
for the sacrifice made for my sins 2000 years ago
that God is Patient. That is salvation in and of itself
sleep this morning
I get a haircut tomorrow
that next week will be very busy but very Spiritual and solemn
for a gratifying life
that I have calmed down and some areas of challenge have smoothed out
to be Blessed with so many loving, Christian fellows in my life who are on the journey or, safari, as I like to refer to it
that one more shift at work and I can be off for two days
for Precious and her ways and cat love
God's Grace
thank YOU

life safari 2008

Good morning. Oh how sad I am about the comments posted on my blogs from "Micky."
This is an example of insanity and harassment.

If ever I became as judgemental as he, I would want to die. I also could not live with myself if I called myself a Christian and a catholic and said and did the things this poor, bankrupt soul is doing.

I am ashamed for, and of you Micky. Your comments and views of AA are foul. You are foul. I can smell the aroma of sulfur over the computer that you ooze, Micky.

I am Grateful and Thankful for/that...

I am a catholic but not the brand that Micky "claims" to be - Praise God !
I am aware that the Devil is alive and well in our daily lives - he is making his presence known in his vulgar comments
having a good and kind heart. I simply must follow it and not become a "Micky"
not a chance of that happening as he reveals more of himself to us
God's hand in Micky's life - Micky is exposed for what and whom he is
this gorgeous new day, a day the Lord made
to be happy, joyous and free today
for the blessings of being who I am - Get Behind Me SATAN !
Micky=walks like Satan, talks like Satan, smells like sulfur, speaks like Satan, hates like Satan...

God, deliver us from this EVIL
Amen

life safari 2008 (31)

Another banner day in Houston. What a delightful day it is !

I am Grateful and Thankful...

to be alive
to be sober, clean and smoke-free
that I am on a life-changing journey of Faith. The path has turns and detours like other journeys
I am proud to be Catholic and support the precepts and doctrines of the church
that tonight is Birthday Night and Frank celebrates 32 years of sobriety (I got the number wrong prior)
for the fact that I live differently than I did some years ago. I had nothing to do with that Blessing. I realize that God was doing for me then, so that I was prepared for now.
that my faith deepens and matures as the days and weeks pass
I perhaps had little or no control over my early development but I sure have control over my life and development as an adult
I have made some bad choices in the past. Most of my choices have caused a life-time of hurt-for myself and other's whose lives I touched
I will live my today and tomorrows in living amends
Precious
God's Grace