I am a retired teacher who quit drinking and found happiness! After going deaf, I now have two cochlear implants!
Dear Readers, On Wednesday, I woke up to a surprise! My dear Loved One left me a lovely present and note on the table, for my 300 days! But, every day I stay sober I receive gifts, not of the material kind, but of another kind.The biggest gift of all is peace of mind. Life is hard enough without … Continue reading Gifts on Day 302
Dear Readers,My husband has been home on vacation for a week. We have had some fun and did some work around the house.Here's the best. Although we had some minor disagreements, we got along the whole week.No big arguments and no picking on each other (much).This makes me happy.Because I don't want to live my life as a "wish … Continue reading Vibrant on Day 282
A thousand moments I had just taken for granted –Mostly because I had assumed that there would be a thousand more. - Morgan MatsonDear Readers,I saw this message posted on FaceBook today, and I was moved.It isn't new, but I think I was ready to hear it.I have just this life to make a difference, one … Continue reading 9 Months and Walking Strong
Dear Readers,It was raining, then snowing this morning, and then it turned SUNNY!I am wearing my sandals now, because I just can't stand being in boots any more.This is pretty normal weather for us in the great mid-west. I started my beginning drawing class last night. All we did was to draw boxes, cones, and spheres.I'm not the worse … Continue reading Happy Friday!
Dear Readers,This weekend some of my family and I celebrated my mother's 90th birthday.It meant a bit of organizing and traveling, but not too much.My mother is independent, living by herself in her own house.She is a musician and still plays her violin for music clubs.Quite amazing!My sister and I, and our husbands, came to our mother's the … Continue reading 7 Months and a Birthday Party
Dear Readers,Waiting for DessertEach time I go out, I am finding it more rewarding to stay sober. There is something very special about laughing and loving without being under the influence of any drug. There is a peace that comes from not worrying about what I may do.I feel closer to who I was meant to be, the … Continue reading Just Desserts on Day 198
Dear Readers,Today I found joy.I found joy in a visit with a neighbor over coffee.I found joy at yoga, connecting with a wonderful warm teacher, and some yoga buddies.I found joy writing this blog.I am noticing that when my mind is open to life, I am finding "experiences of hope, gratitude, joy, patience, forgiveness, connection, and … Continue reading Keeping Open on Day 195
Dear Readers,Happy Saturday!I went to 6 yoga classes in 6 days, and I think my body says, "HELP"!It was fun, though!Our weather here has been so wonderful, everyone is in a sunny mood! Here's a picture I took with my car roof open! We went from deep winter to spring, overnight.This warm weather brings another set … Continue reading Saturday Morning Thoughts
Dear Readers,I decided I need to be sure I stay flexible with my new habits plan.(Well, partly because I am failing the phone-checking part!)But I AM happy to report that I:1. Got ready to leave the house in 30 minutes today.2. Got to yoga.3. Have been able to limit TV to 4 hours or less.4. Met a … Continue reading Being Flexible
Dear Readers,Here I am at ANOTHER favorite coffee shop!I have too many to count! When I got here, I saw 4 people I know but haven't seen in a long time! It was a joy to just give them a hug and exchange a few words, and know they are all well!I had some thoughts about … Continue reading Day 176 or 25 Weeks
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