Dear Readers,There is only one, true gift to give myself, and that is being sober. Without that I really have nothing. It is only with this gift that I can find joy in life. I can go to yoga, go for a walk, and take pictures of the snow-covered park.I can sit in my beautiful city, … Continue reading No Better Gift
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Me Making Me Laugh!
Dear Readers,Sometimes I think I am so funny! (My Loved One just doesn't always think so. LOL) That's okay. I think a person must make themselves laugh. As I go through my day, I think of things in a strange way, my way, and in doing so, I am happy.On this journey of learning who I am, without numbing myself with alcohol, … Continue reading Me Making Me Laugh!
Short and Sweet
Dear Readers,My Loved One and I went for our walk tonight, in the park by our house, hoping to hear some owls. While we are walking and talking about our day, he stops and says, "Hear that?" It took me several times, but then I heard it. Coyote barking. Now some people remember their baby's first … Continue reading Short and Sweet
Acceptance
Dear Readers,I am on a roll here, using complete sentences again. I did find it easier to read my own post. As I struggle to learn how to hear with my implant devices, I find I am fighting against the devices and myself. I waver between being frustrated and angry, and acceptance. My implant processors (what I wear on my head) … Continue reading Acceptance
The Store Said WINE!
Dear Readers,I never knowWhen or where A craving, Wolfie, (Thank you Belle)My Evil Little Liar Voice,Might show up.Had a great dayYesterday,Meeting a friend for coffee,Getting treatsFor special people,When I saw it.A store sign,A big one,In red letters,WINE.And there you have it.An urge..Wouldn't it be nice?NO. I had to do the yelling in the car trick.Yes, it works!Luckily, my ELLVSlunk away.But here's … Continue reading The Store Said WINE!
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