So much hurt and heart ache in the news and with folks all around. I wish I could blink my eyes and make things ok and happy.
The news stated that Israel may go to war with Iran over their nuclear weapons advanced and the U.S. is talking about how hurd it will be for us (U.S.A.) to be spread out in another conflict in yet another country. HELLO !!!!!!
Who, when did anyone invite us to go in there and fight? Why do we think we are supposed to fight in every skirmish that comes along? I am so sick of this B. S. of war and interference. Where does it get us? More young men and women in coffins for no good reason.
It seems as though our country is trying to self-destruct. If these 3 and 4 Star Generals want to fight so damn badly, why don't they go into the combat and leave the innocent majority of soldiers to go home to their families-alive. There has not been anyone threatening our borders since 2001. This is now 2008. Ben Laden isn't even a good reason any more.
On a happier note, a company has now made (like-plastic) bottles out of corn - totally bio-degradable. I am in awe. It will save a ton of oil.
Wish List:
to have a greater faith and trust in God
to love my fellow-man (woman) more
to be more charitable and kind
to smile more, love more, be more patient
to do the right thing just because it's the right thing to do
to do something special for someone else that no one finds out about
to have a clear conscience, no axes to grind with anyone
to wish other's all the happiness, prosperity and Grace that I want for myself
to hug that little Precious gift that God gave me tonight and hope that all the little dogs and cats are in their homes and out of harm's way
I am also Grateful and Thankful that I have these wishes tonight
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).
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
Sunday, June 29, 2008
life safari 2008z
Oh, what wonderful rain and cold wind this afternoon. It was marvelous.
After church had a wonderful lunch and long visit with a couple of friends from church. Coming home I got to enjoy that great cold breeze and lighting show. The rain finally started and, I was reluctant to roll up my car window on the passenger side. When it really began coming down hard, I had to.
I have had a relatively quiet and uneventful weekend. Actually, I have been having the same kind for some weeks now. It is just too hot, I have gotten too heavy and I just don't much care about straying too far from my base.
Another work week begins but - Friday off ! Yeah, I can dig it.
I am Grateful and Thankful for...
too many things and far too much to even put into words (for a change)
thank YOU
After church had a wonderful lunch and long visit with a couple of friends from church. Coming home I got to enjoy that great cold breeze and lighting show. The rain finally started and, I was reluctant to roll up my car window on the passenger side. When it really began coming down hard, I had to.
I have had a relatively quiet and uneventful weekend. Actually, I have been having the same kind for some weeks now. It is just too hot, I have gotten too heavy and I just don't much care about straying too far from my base.
Another work week begins but - Friday off ! Yeah, I can dig it.
I am Grateful and Thankful for...
too many things and far too much to even put into words (for a change)
thank YOU
Friday, June 27, 2008
life safari 2008y
Well, happy Friday !! It is good to have an end to this work week.
I was not able to mow this morning. Yesterday morning I got out and watered everything well and for some reason got very ill after. So, I think it best to save that kind of work for Saturday. Having to go in to work feeling ill is not pleasant and is dangerous considering I was feeling to light-headed and faint.
Feeling better this morning, thank the Lord. I know one thing - I played a very small part in getting to the job. The work I did was to get dressed and pray for help getting there.
I am having to access my eating pattern also. That had everything to do with the problem. I usually do not eat until I fininsh my coffee in the mornings. Working in the heat on an empty stomach could be a major part of the problem. It has been fine for a long time but, time is marching on and I am not as young as I think of myself as being. It is a good case of still thinking my body is as young as my mind wants to think it is. Being over-weight is added into the mix and - OH BABY !!
Well, I guess I have had my pitty-party long enough. Now for what I am Grateful for:
to be alive
to have fairly good health considering how I treat my body
to have rain lately
for the prospect of more in the coming days
that I have a sense of peace and tranquility like I've never known prior
for my Faith today
Precious-what a Gift from God
to be changing into a more Faith-based person
Thank YOU
I was not able to mow this morning. Yesterday morning I got out and watered everything well and for some reason got very ill after. So, I think it best to save that kind of work for Saturday. Having to go in to work feeling ill is not pleasant and is dangerous considering I was feeling to light-headed and faint.
Feeling better this morning, thank the Lord. I know one thing - I played a very small part in getting to the job. The work I did was to get dressed and pray for help getting there.
I am having to access my eating pattern also. That had everything to do with the problem. I usually do not eat until I fininsh my coffee in the mornings. Working in the heat on an empty stomach could be a major part of the problem. It has been fine for a long time but, time is marching on and I am not as young as I think of myself as being. It is a good case of still thinking my body is as young as my mind wants to think it is. Being over-weight is added into the mix and - OH BABY !!
Well, I guess I have had my pitty-party long enough. Now for what I am Grateful for:
to be alive
to have fairly good health considering how I treat my body
to have rain lately
for the prospect of more in the coming days
that I have a sense of peace and tranquility like I've never known prior
for my Faith today
Precious-what a Gift from God
to be changing into a more Faith-based person
Thank YOU
Thursday, June 26, 2008
life safari 2008x
we have a nice breeze this morning-hot but I always welcome a breeze.
tomorrow is Friday, yeah !!!!!
some weeks seem much longer than others, this has been one of those long ones.
I spent much of this morning watering all the plants well. I still have the sprinkler on the front and side beds. Hopefully, I will feel up to getting the yard mowed at 8:00 am tomorrow morning and then can do the finishing - up trimming on Saturday.
this is the first year that I really have been enjoying the yard work - all of it, every time. That is a new feeling for me, just as some of the other enjoyments I have acquired the past year.
I am Grateful and Thankful for/that...
there is a larger group of birds feeding on the bird seed put out this year. I have several Cardinals, Mourning Dove, Blue Jays, Mocking Birds, a Tri Colored (wing) Black Bird (have not been Blessed with one of these for some years), Sparrows and Inca Dove
for the Faith I have today
Precious and her sweet and loving manner
that I am still employed and I am enjoying it more. Even though I must work late more and more
that I use my down time more efficiently and my working time more systematically so I create more down time there too
for life itself ! I have a friend who has cancer in the terminal stages. He was in Catechism class with me-Jack, I'm happy that you achieved what you truly wanted the past year
for new ways of seeing life, death and relationships
God's Grace
thank YOU
tomorrow is Friday, yeah !!!!!
some weeks seem much longer than others, this has been one of those long ones.
I spent much of this morning watering all the plants well. I still have the sprinkler on the front and side beds. Hopefully, I will feel up to getting the yard mowed at 8:00 am tomorrow morning and then can do the finishing - up trimming on Saturday.
this is the first year that I really have been enjoying the yard work - all of it, every time. That is a new feeling for me, just as some of the other enjoyments I have acquired the past year.
I am Grateful and Thankful for/that...
there is a larger group of birds feeding on the bird seed put out this year. I have several Cardinals, Mourning Dove, Blue Jays, Mocking Birds, a Tri Colored (wing) Black Bird (have not been Blessed with one of these for some years), Sparrows and Inca Dove
for the Faith I have today
Precious and her sweet and loving manner
that I am still employed and I am enjoying it more. Even though I must work late more and more
that I use my down time more efficiently and my working time more systematically so I create more down time there too
for life itself ! I have a friend who has cancer in the terminal stages. He was in Catechism class with me-Jack, I'm happy that you achieved what you truly wanted the past year
for new ways of seeing life, death and relationships
God's Grace
thank YOU
Tuesday, June 24, 2008
life safari 2008w
what a nice cool day after the rain. 89 degrees instead of 92 felt really, really good!
I am grateful and thankful for/that...
i do not know what happened to the little dog and do not want to think about it -hopefully, it's suffering is over
for more rain for the lawn and plants
that i am content with my job and making the best of all my late nights with the meetings (microsoft)
my level of happiness increases with my changing behaviors, my changing behaviors are instituted by my changing thoughts, my thoughts change because of my level of happiness
i think i'll go eat a nice slice of cold watermelon
awesome
Thank YOU
I am grateful and thankful for/that...
i do not know what happened to the little dog and do not want to think about it -hopefully, it's suffering is over
for more rain for the lawn and plants
that i am content with my job and making the best of all my late nights with the meetings (microsoft)
my level of happiness increases with my changing behaviors, my changing behaviors are instituted by my changing thoughts, my thoughts change because of my level of happiness
i think i'll go eat a nice slice of cold watermelon
awesome
Thank YOU
Thursday, June 19, 2008
life safari 2008v
Goood Morning !!
little dog is still alive and came and ate and drank. He was sound asleep in a neighbor's flowerbed. My joy is that he is alive one more day. I know however, this is just a bandaid over a gaping would - his chances of of survival are hopeless since no one can approach him.
My gut feeling is that this little creature of God was left to survive on his own by the house on the corner -he seems very familiar with that particular place.
My heart aches for situations like this. Today, it brings to mind the sufferings of humans that spend their day trying to find food to eat, water and shelter to get rest where ever they can find it - what an exhausting way to live from day to day !
It is amazing to me to see this little dog rally each day when I find him and call him to let him know there is food down. I want to pet and hold him close, take him in give him love that gets chipped away each day from him. Soon, he'll tire of the whole process and probably walk out into the street to put an end to it. I thought that was what he was doing two evenings ago. I was so proud of his intelligence that he did not go into Corporate Drive. But, he does, in fact venture out in traffic if I try and get too close (Less that a football field).
Today, I am grateful and thankful...
that Precious is safe and healthy
that caring has extended to humans for me today
that I realize the gifts God has Blessed me with
to be greatful and willing to share what I have been Blessed with
Saint Francis of Assisi and His over-sight of all God's creatures
The Grace of God in my life today
thank YOU
little dog is still alive and came and ate and drank. He was sound asleep in a neighbor's flowerbed. My joy is that he is alive one more day. I know however, this is just a bandaid over a gaping would - his chances of of survival are hopeless since no one can approach him.
My gut feeling is that this little creature of God was left to survive on his own by the house on the corner -he seems very familiar with that particular place.
My heart aches for situations like this. Today, it brings to mind the sufferings of humans that spend their day trying to find food to eat, water and shelter to get rest where ever they can find it - what an exhausting way to live from day to day !
It is amazing to me to see this little dog rally each day when I find him and call him to let him know there is food down. I want to pet and hold him close, take him in give him love that gets chipped away each day from him. Soon, he'll tire of the whole process and probably walk out into the street to put an end to it. I thought that was what he was doing two evenings ago. I was so proud of his intelligence that he did not go into Corporate Drive. But, he does, in fact venture out in traffic if I try and get too close (Less that a football field).
Today, I am grateful and thankful...
that Precious is safe and healthy
that caring has extended to humans for me today
that I realize the gifts God has Blessed me with
to be greatful and willing to share what I have been Blessed with
Saint Francis of Assisi and His over-sight of all God's creatures
The Grace of God in my life today
thank YOU
Tuesday, June 17, 2008
life safari 2008u
What a beautiful day the Lord has made today !!
Got my flowers watered and the little dog has not shown itself as yet today. He/she did eat the food left out last evening.
That precious little dog sure knows to stay out of Corporate Drive. I did give it a chance at all the first day I saw it.
Well, I simply could not contain my happy feelings to be alive, well, and happier than I've ever been in my life on my blog this afternoon.
I must get to work and, that is another joy in my life today as well. I have great hours, I get much done in my time prior to work, I am earning a full weeks pay now again, Plus, I get more and more hours because Microsoft is having more meetings at night now.
Plenty of time to utilize those hours for prayer and meditation !!
One little phrase has helped me more than I can believe of late...
Kathy, change your thoughts: change your life.
Got my flowers watered and the little dog has not shown itself as yet today. He/she did eat the food left out last evening.
That precious little dog sure knows to stay out of Corporate Drive. I did give it a chance at all the first day I saw it.
Well, I simply could not contain my happy feelings to be alive, well, and happier than I've ever been in my life on my blog this afternoon.
I must get to work and, that is another joy in my life today as well. I have great hours, I get much done in my time prior to work, I am earning a full weeks pay now again, Plus, I get more and more hours because Microsoft is having more meetings at night now.
Plenty of time to utilize those hours for prayer and meditation !!
One little phrase has helped me more than I can believe of late...
Kathy, change your thoughts: change your life.
Monday, June 16, 2008
life safari 2008t
Happy Monday !
it has been awhile since I've made an entry. Life happens. My CPU was down for a time, a power surge took out my regulator (and surge protector). All fixed for less than $ 200.00.
I am Grateful and Thankful for...
Life, itself. It is marvelous to be alive, well and happy
to be sober, clean and smoke-free
for the little stray dog that let me feed and water it yesterday. That poor thing. It was so hungry and thirsty that after wolfing down a can and a half of cat food and a gallon of water, slept from sheer exhaustion and contentment
it appears the poor baby has been homeless for awhile. very thin, mangie looking, seems to know the 2 streets bordering mine, will not come near a person or let anyone approach it. I suspect that owners moved away and left it to fend for itself
that I have a soft heart for under-dogs of all types
for the safety and health of Precious
that the storm has blown over at work and that I have changed those self-defeating behaviors - one day at a time
for a gratifying day with my across the street neighbor - we celebrated Father's Day with a wonderful lunch together. Thank you Don for your company yesterday and Happy Father's Day, again !
for this wonderful coffee. For honey and the bees that are still making it
that I will work both shifts at work today. I have ceased grousing about extra work
to be happy, joyous and free,
thank YOU
it has been awhile since I've made an entry. Life happens. My CPU was down for a time, a power surge took out my regulator (and surge protector). All fixed for less than $ 200.00.
I am Grateful and Thankful for...
Life, itself. It is marvelous to be alive, well and happy
to be sober, clean and smoke-free
for the little stray dog that let me feed and water it yesterday. That poor thing. It was so hungry and thirsty that after wolfing down a can and a half of cat food and a gallon of water, slept from sheer exhaustion and contentment
it appears the poor baby has been homeless for awhile. very thin, mangie looking, seems to know the 2 streets bordering mine, will not come near a person or let anyone approach it. I suspect that owners moved away and left it to fend for itself
that I have a soft heart for under-dogs of all types
for the safety and health of Precious
that the storm has blown over at work and that I have changed those self-defeating behaviors - one day at a time
for a gratifying day with my across the street neighbor - we celebrated Father's Day with a wonderful lunch together. Thank you Don for your company yesterday and Happy Father's Day, again !
for this wonderful coffee. For honey and the bees that are still making it
that I will work both shifts at work today. I have ceased grousing about extra work
to be happy, joyous and free,
thank YOU
Friday, May 23, 2008
life safari 2008s
Oh, Happy Friday !
It has been a long week. Had to stay late at work two nights in a row - my local software company has had meetings.
My a/c in the car is out. I appreciate any cool air more than I ever have.
I have been staying busy on a pretty consistant schedule for the past few weeks. I have a couple of days that I can recoup if my back is giving me problems or I just need a bit more sleep - sweet !
I have been on the computer longer tonight than I have in weeks. Looked in on some of my friend's Blogs - very entertaining and fun.
I'll be staying in town the long weekend. My lawn needs cutting and I want to trim some plants and get them looking more groomed. It will be fun to have an extra day away from work - I am tired. For about 9 months I was only working a 4 day work week. Now I'm back to 5 days a week - yes, I feel it !
I am Grateful and Thankful for/that...
I have a new outlook on life
I do not wish to shut the door on my past and,
I do see where my experiences can benefit someone else.
I am very Blessed and have a very full life now. There have been so many changes in me since I started my Faith Journey. The culmination of hard work, study, trust and belief in God and happiness in the Catholic Religion came to a fantastic crescendo on the Sunday of my Confirmation and First Holy Communion. A very close friend of mine said that I was absolutely glowing that day. And, I was. It has been the happiest day of my life. I knew that being able to participate in the Lord's Supper was going to be a transforming experience for me and, it has been !
that we are free to celebrate any religion we choose, here, in America
for God's Grace
for God's gifts - the gift of my faith, the gift of Precious in my home life. the gift of forgiveness of sins, the gift of Love and abundant JOY
thank YOU !!!!
Oh yes, today is the 34th anniversary of my Mother's death. I held her in my prayers and thoughts today. I miss you Mother ! And, I love you, Mother !
It has been a long week. Had to stay late at work two nights in a row - my local software company has had meetings.
My a/c in the car is out. I appreciate any cool air more than I ever have.
I have been staying busy on a pretty consistant schedule for the past few weeks. I have a couple of days that I can recoup if my back is giving me problems or I just need a bit more sleep - sweet !
I have been on the computer longer tonight than I have in weeks. Looked in on some of my friend's Blogs - very entertaining and fun.
I'll be staying in town the long weekend. My lawn needs cutting and I want to trim some plants and get them looking more groomed. It will be fun to have an extra day away from work - I am tired. For about 9 months I was only working a 4 day work week. Now I'm back to 5 days a week - yes, I feel it !
I am Grateful and Thankful for/that...
I have a new outlook on life
I do not wish to shut the door on my past and,
I do see where my experiences can benefit someone else.
I am very Blessed and have a very full life now. There have been so many changes in me since I started my Faith Journey. The culmination of hard work, study, trust and belief in God and happiness in the Catholic Religion came to a fantastic crescendo on the Sunday of my Confirmation and First Holy Communion. A very close friend of mine said that I was absolutely glowing that day. And, I was. It has been the happiest day of my life. I knew that being able to participate in the Lord's Supper was going to be a transforming experience for me and, it has been !
that we are free to celebrate any religion we choose, here, in America
for God's Grace
for God's gifts - the gift of my faith, the gift of Precious in my home life. the gift of forgiveness of sins, the gift of Love and abundant JOY
Praise to YOU, Lord Jesus Christ !
thank YOU !!!!
Oh yes, today is the 34th anniversary of my Mother's death. I held her in my prayers and thoughts today. I miss you Mother ! And, I love you, Mother !
Saturday, May 17, 2008
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 !!!!!
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 !!!!!
Thursday, May 15, 2008
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 !
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 !
Friday, April 25, 2008
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
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
Thursday, April 17, 2008
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
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
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
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
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
Friday, April 11, 2008
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
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
Thursday, April 10, 2008
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
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
Tuesday, April 8, 2008
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
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
Monday, April 7, 2008
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 !!!!!!!
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 !!!!!!!
Friday, April 4, 2008
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
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
Thursday, April 3, 2008
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
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
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