wonderful Wednesday...what's up??
Good Morning Nancy, Margo, John (welcome back), Susan, Cassie, Connie & anyone else who I missed or comes after. . .
Nancy, wonderful to see you here and read what you have been up to, which is always busy, you pack a lot of living into your life and are a very positive person, hope to be able to meet you one day. . .
Margo, you and Michael are in my thoughts and prayers, you seem to be handling things well. . .
I am doing my best to stay cool, this winter was record breaking and our summer is definitely following suit, seems more like the Southeast weather than what we northeasterns are used to, but last night I got home at 5:50 (which is very good) and the humidity seemed lower and so I grabbed Roxie and ran out the door to the dog park, where she got to play with some of the other dogs there, there was one cute puppy after another last night and she really took to liking this beautiful 5 month old Golden, anyway, since I had made an AA meeting at lunchtime, I decided to stay at the park as long as Roxie was up to playing, which was about an hour and a half, as we all were of the same mindset, this weather has been hard on our socialized 4-legged friends and once the days shorten up, not as much time to get them their dose of playtime. . . anyway, went home, cooked up some zucchini I had marinating and then sat down to watch my soap and eat dinner, off to bed and here I am. Yesterday also marked my 23rd year sober.
Today has me working and then tonight I will be facilitating the local support group at Barix, as the person who generally does it is on vacation along with 9 other people from our support group and I was asked if I would like to fill in this month, I generally am a leader once a month on First Saturday's and so this is the "big time" (lol). . . I am now considered a "senior" member at almost 3 years post-op, wow the time flies, anyway, we have a newer format, as our group welcomes people from all places and the attendance can be very big, so we now do the opening, and break it down according to time out from/and/or topic specifics to accommodate the needs of the many, as before, more of the people who were new took up the larger portion of the meeting and so we lost a lot of the oldtimers because they were not getting the opportunity to discuss their issues, which as many on here can attest to, change with post-op time. Anyway, I am very grateful for the support in my area and my ability to get and give it.
Well let's hope the work day does not bring any surprises and that I can keep everyone happy. . .
You all stay cool and have a delightful day, I wish you peace and strength to get through the tougher aspects of living.
Hugs, Laureen
Nancy, wonderful to see you here and read what you have been up to, which is always busy, you pack a lot of living into your life and are a very positive person, hope to be able to meet you one day. . .
Margo, you and Michael are in my thoughts and prayers, you seem to be handling things well. . .
I am doing my best to stay cool, this winter was record breaking and our summer is definitely following suit, seems more like the Southeast weather than what we northeasterns are used to, but last night I got home at 5:50 (which is very good) and the humidity seemed lower and so I grabbed Roxie and ran out the door to the dog park, where she got to play with some of the other dogs there, there was one cute puppy after another last night and she really took to liking this beautiful 5 month old Golden, anyway, since I had made an AA meeting at lunchtime, I decided to stay at the park as long as Roxie was up to playing, which was about an hour and a half, as we all were of the same mindset, this weather has been hard on our socialized 4-legged friends and once the days shorten up, not as much time to get them their dose of playtime. . . anyway, went home, cooked up some zucchini I had marinating and then sat down to watch my soap and eat dinner, off to bed and here I am. Yesterday also marked my 23rd year sober.
Today has me working and then tonight I will be facilitating the local support group at Barix, as the person who generally does it is on vacation along with 9 other people from our support group and I was asked if I would like to fill in this month, I generally am a leader once a month on First Saturday's and so this is the "big time" (lol). . . I am now considered a "senior" member at almost 3 years post-op, wow the time flies, anyway, we have a newer format, as our group welcomes people from all places and the attendance can be very big, so we now do the opening, and break it down according to time out from/and/or topic specifics to accommodate the needs of the many, as before, more of the people who were new took up the larger portion of the meeting and so we lost a lot of the oldtimers because they were not getting the opportunity to discuss their issues, which as many on here can attest to, change with post-op time. Anyway, I am very grateful for the support in my area and my ability to get and give it.
Well let's hope the work day does not bring any surprises and that I can keep everyone happy. . .
You all stay cool and have a delightful day, I wish you peace and strength to get through the tougher aspects of living.
Hugs, Laureen
My Mantra is that I do not determine my success by the number hanging in my closet, nor will I let the scale determine that success either. . . It is through trial and error I will continue to grow and succeed. . . Laureen
"Success is a journey, not a destination." Ben Sweetland
Thanks much Candy, as the country song goes, Life is Good Today. . .
Your gardening stuff sounds very much like my friend Owen, who calls himself a yard ape, as he is never happier than when he is working his garden, his wife thinks it's overmuch, but I think it is beautiful and hopefully he will help me make mine more of a place to relax in than it is right now, with the way I used be, I could not do it and now I just don't have the time to get things done. . . in the fall we are supposed to be doing a major overhaul, making the dirt healthier and then reseeding and planting stuff and I will leave a nice patch for my vegetable garden for the next year. . . I can actually say that when I have the time, I really do enjoy puttering around there, oh to be retired. . . one day, but I won't rush that either, as it will mean I am a whole lot older (lol). . .
Hugs, L
Your gardening stuff sounds very much like my friend Owen, who calls himself a yard ape, as he is never happier than when he is working his garden, his wife thinks it's overmuch, but I think it is beautiful and hopefully he will help me make mine more of a place to relax in than it is right now, with the way I used be, I could not do it and now I just don't have the time to get things done. . . in the fall we are supposed to be doing a major overhaul, making the dirt healthier and then reseeding and planting stuff and I will leave a nice patch for my vegetable garden for the next year. . . I can actually say that when I have the time, I really do enjoy puttering around there, oh to be retired. . . one day, but I won't rush that either, as it will mean I am a whole lot older (lol). . .
Hugs, L
My Mantra is that I do not determine my success by the number hanging in my closet, nor will I let the scale determine that success either. . . It is through trial and error I will continue to grow and succeed. . . Laureen
"Success is a journey, not a destination." Ben Sweetland
Thanks dear Margo, I can't wait for that day to come when I can hug you, it's been way too long. . . someday real soon I'm hoping. . .
Hugs, right back atcha
Hugs, right back atcha
My Mantra is that I do not determine my success by the number hanging in my closet, nor will I let the scale determine that success either. . . It is through trial and error I will continue to grow and succeed. . . Laureen
"Success is a journey, not a destination." Ben Sweetland
Thank you Bev, I am grateful for the life I have today, it is rich and full and I largely have the God of my understanding to thank for bringing me to AA and keeping me open to new experiences and remaining teachable. AA also laid the foundation for me to be able to do this journey and I've been doubly blessed by all the many people I've come to know as a result of this process.
Hugs back atcha, Laureen
Hugs back atcha, Laureen
My Mantra is that I do not determine my success by the number hanging in my closet, nor will I let the scale determine that success either. . . It is through trial and error I will continue to grow and succeed. . . Laureen
"Success is a journey, not a destination." Ben Sweetland
Annette 
Hi Nancy and my OFF family:
Well, it's good to see lots of people on the board again ... and some people coming out of the woodwork. And Candy, glad to see your raindance worked ... although you said it rained before you danced, maybe just the suggestion of a dance ....
Well, another sunny, hot humid day in Louisiana, and back to work for me today. I wanted to get into the pool today, but my unpacking wounds are pretty bad and I don't want to put them in chlorine. I've tried taking the band-aids off them, and they start bleeding again as soon as I touch my hands/arms against something. I got one box of bobbleheads unpacked yesterday ... not a lot, but it was a big box. Plus, I put some stuff in the laundry/storage room.
I did a stupid thing yesterday. I had to go out to get something from the store for my burgers that I had planned to make, but I had a taste for something sweet and cold ... so I pulled into Sonic and ordered a Sonic Blast (kind of like a Blizzard). I only ate about half of a regular, but obviously I ate more than I should have. I started feeling sick, hot (even in A/C) ... I wound up not making the burgers, I was afraid of taking my calcium because I thought I'd upchuck everything. I know ice cream does this to me, but man, I was in the mood for some. I should have made myself a protein shake instead. Would have satisfied the sweet/cold/creamy craving. But noooo ... I had to waste the money and calories and make myself sick ... I just don't learn. Ice cream is about the only thing that makes me sick.
So I wound up putting the ground chuck in the freezer because I know I won't make the burgers today, not on a day I have to work. I'll have a frozen dinner and a salad instead. And I'll unpack another box of bobbleheads this afternoon.
Oh, and my White Sox are 3 1/2 games in first ... played two great games against the Mariners ... yes, Seattle is horrible, but hey, got to win those games against bad teams. I enjoyed all the games I got to watched the past two days.
Well, Nancy, I too want to see a photo of your new 'do. I haven't had long hair since I graduated from high school, and then it was about shoulder length. I have such thick hair, having it too long would bother me in the heat, it would get too hot and heavy on my neck. In fact, right now it's getting too long and I really need a haircut. Maybe Monday after I get money.
And that's great about the company paying for your drawings ... wow, you are so ambitious!
Anyway, have a good day.
Well, it's good to see lots of people on the board again ... and some people coming out of the woodwork. And Candy, glad to see your raindance worked ... although you said it rained before you danced, maybe just the suggestion of a dance ....
Well, another sunny, hot humid day in Louisiana, and back to work for me today. I wanted to get into the pool today, but my unpacking wounds are pretty bad and I don't want to put them in chlorine. I've tried taking the band-aids off them, and they start bleeding again as soon as I touch my hands/arms against something. I got one box of bobbleheads unpacked yesterday ... not a lot, but it was a big box. Plus, I put some stuff in the laundry/storage room.
I did a stupid thing yesterday. I had to go out to get something from the store for my burgers that I had planned to make, but I had a taste for something sweet and cold ... so I pulled into Sonic and ordered a Sonic Blast (kind of like a Blizzard). I only ate about half of a regular, but obviously I ate more than I should have. I started feeling sick, hot (even in A/C) ... I wound up not making the burgers, I was afraid of taking my calcium because I thought I'd upchuck everything. I know ice cream does this to me, but man, I was in the mood for some. I should have made myself a protein shake instead. Would have satisfied the sweet/cold/creamy craving. But noooo ... I had to waste the money and calories and make myself sick ... I just don't learn. Ice cream is about the only thing that makes me sick.
So I wound up putting the ground chuck in the freezer because I know I won't make the burgers today, not on a day I have to work. I'll have a frozen dinner and a salad instead. And I'll unpack another box of bobbleheads this afternoon.
Oh, and my White Sox are 3 1/2 games in first ... played two great games against the Mariners ... yes, Seattle is horrible, but hey, got to win those games against bad teams. I enjoyed all the games I got to watched the past two days.
Well, Nancy, I too want to see a photo of your new 'do. I haven't had long hair since I graduated from high school, and then it was about shoulder length. I have such thick hair, having it too long would bother me in the heat, it would get too hot and heavy on my neck. In fact, right now it's getting too long and I really need a haircut. Maybe Monday after I get money.
And that's great about the company paying for your drawings ... wow, you are so ambitious!
Anyway, have a good day.
Eileen
Well, it rained, just at the threat of a rain dance from me. Unfortunately, not much. I went out to plant a few things that I just got (yes, it's an illness, this gardening, and nothing makes me stop, even drought), and the soil isn't even damp. I guess there was just enough rain to make the deck wet, but that's about it.
I still managed to move a bunch of stuff to make room for new stuff, pulled a few weeds, and watered the hell out of everything I disturbed. Plants are not very forgiving in this weather.
Now time for a shower and some clean clothes. Tonight is my monthly Scrabble tournament. Whoopee!!! Such excitement! Ain't retirement grand!
Candy
Well, it rained, just at the threat of a rain dance from me. Unfortunately, not much. I went out to plant a few things that I just got (yes, it's an illness, this gardening, and nothing makes me stop, even drought), and the soil isn't even damp. I guess there was just enough rain to make the deck wet, but that's about it.
I still managed to move a bunch of stuff to make room for new stuff, pulled a few weeds, and watered the hell out of everything I disturbed. Plants are not very forgiving in this weather.
Now time for a shower and some clean clothes. Tonight is my monthly Scrabble tournament. Whoopee!!! Such excitement! Ain't retirement grand!
Candy
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