I am a retired teacher who quit drinking and found happiness! After going deaf, I now have two cochlear implants!
Dear Readers,I told my Loved One that I wish I could be funny on my blog. I said, "My posts are so boring."He said, "Your posts are very thoughtful."Wow.I am SO glad I married him!I keep looking at ways I can enjoy what I have, rather than lament about all I have not.I keep looking at ways I … Continue reading Small Treasures On Day 406
Dear Readers,I am lucky to live in a state with so much natural beauty.It surrounds me. When I go for walks, I have a world of green at my feet. I always find new treasures.Like a cool log bridge!What you don't see in these photos is my hubs holding my hand most of the way while I … Continue reading Helen Keller and Hope
Dear Readers,Last week, we went to a play, a parody of the all the Housewives shows, which I love.I was super excited to go and laugh!We got there early and decided to go to a new restaurant and have a drink before going in. We ordered our AF drinks and had so much fun just talking.Then … Continue reading The Smiles are Real
Dear Readers,I asked my Loved One to write a guest post this week.(I got this idea from Lucy at A Hangover Free Life.)I didn't tell him what to write, and this is written from his heart.Living the Dry Life "I am Mr. Untipsy. Untipsy Teacher has asked me to write a guest post this week. I’m … Continue reading A Guest Post by Mr. Untipsy
Dear Readers,Today I have been alcohol free for 366 days!As I write this, I am sitting up on a deck by a beautiful lake in northern Minnesota, with my good friends, and of course my cute hubs.The weather is absolutely perfect.And I am good.So what I have learned about not drinking?1. Alcohol is not romantic. I had to really … Continue reading Happy Year + 1 day to Me!!
Dear Readers,Yesterday, I met a friend who has also stopped drinking.We met over coffee, and talked about our drinking-free journeys, our fears, hopes and dreams. I was once again reminded how connected we all are.We are connected in our quest for a full, happy life.At some point, in my story, I got tripped up by alcohol … Continue reading I Am More
Dearest Readers,I cannot tell you how your comments helped lift me up, yesterday.Your kindness and understanding reached across the world and wrapped me up with hugs of joy.It changed my thinking.I am never alone, because of your support and love.Yesterday was our 39th Wedding Anniversary!My husband and I met in 11th grade of high school and dated … Continue reading Anniversary Fun
Dear Readers,I am so sorry I haven't been able to post or comment on your blogs.I have have been in a very deep depression.I was very worried for a few days. So was my hubby.I didn't leave the house for four days, and just non-stop crying.I am on anti-depressants, and will be seeing my doctor tomorrow.Depression … Continue reading Back Into The Light
Dear Readers,Today I have been sober for 11 months.I went to my AA meeting today, and once again I was moved by the strong people and their stories.One woman shared how July is a hard month emotionally for her, because that was when her daughter was shot in the face when she was seven years old. Her daughter lost … Continue reading 11 Months
My Cochlear ImplantDear Readers,Last November, I had a cochlear implant. I have had a hearing loss for most of my life, but over the last 10 years it declined very quickly.I still use a hearing aid in my other ear, although it doesn't help much.The implant helps me hear speech better, but it does not allow me … Continue reading Something Lost, Something Gained
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