The boys are still asleep so I'll hang here for a while.
We can't get pizza delivered out here either, Shantel.
Kat, I can only do that if someone is spotting me or there's a wall behind my lead foot -- it's a question of confidence more than anything else. I can do this without assistance though:
I'm enjoying getting stronger (it takes the sting out of getting older, lol). BTW, Happy Birthday again. Did you really not want me to make a fuss about it, or are you being Southern (read, demurring)?
Beck, Michelle, You're the best friends money can buy, LOL! If I'm worth my weight in gold, the gold standard is falling. I call it the Imminent Divorce Stress Diet. Give it a try, Michelle. You'll be in those size 6 jeans in no time.
Julie, I hope you saved some chicken salad for me. On croissants? Heavenly!
Gina, I think I could probably bend back like that. However, I'm pretty sure I'd never make it back into an upright position. LOL
Looks like we've got a few June babies around here. Kat's was yesterday (Happy Birthday, again, Kat), Kim's is today, (Happy Birthday Kim!!) and then of course, my real baby, Shelby, who's was a couple of weeks ago. If I'm not mistaken, there are quite a few people's sobriety date's coming up. (mine included). I think Janet's is a day, maybe two, before mine. We've got lots of celebrating to do! LOL
happy birthday to all of you celebrating june birthdays!!! my son will be 23 on june 30, june 25 was my 24th wedding anniversary, for which i might add that he never once in 24 years acknowledged or gave me one gift in all those years. i know, i am still hurting and being resentful towards him. i know that is something i need to work on as it is hindering my recovery. but on a better note i want to start being more grateful and expressing my gratitude for a grateful addict will never use again, first of all i am grateful for my Loving God who has put people in my life when i always think i cant go on, when i beat myslef up everyday thinking what a bad person i am and then the Lord blesses me with these beautiful people who post such uplifting comments and compliments back to me that lift my self esteem and FINALLY there is a light at the end of the tunnel, for today i can say that i like me, didnt say love me yet but at least i said like, thats a begining. i also want to say what a lovely bunch of women you are, i am in awe of your strengths and accomplishments. i would gladly have each and every one of you at my luncheon. i am sorry the chicken salad was scarfed up! we are in a STEAM BATH here in this humid city 40 miles west of chicago, all that humidity is from lake michigan! hawaii, if only if only.... jewels
DeNae, if I bent like that I would snap in half, and would have to completely redo my epitaph. LOL My sisters birthday is in June too.
Gina, I'm pretty close to those size 6's as it stands, so I'll pass on the stress induced weight loss for now. Of course, things are subject to change at any moment. Between diet and my current stress level its taking its toll (I'm not complaining). LOL
Julie, sounds like your get together went well. I wish I could have come! I don't know why, but your picture reminds me of one of my aunts. Her last name is Jewel, so it matches your screen name. LOL
Happy Birthday to all the birthday girls!
Where's Beck? I don't do well without Beck. lol BECKY LOU WHERE ARE YOU!!!!!
We should just make general celebration posts and take up less space, lol. Happy Birthday, Cancers, or something. Btw, I think Cancer's are such a peaceful lot. Two of my children are and they're the more calm of the four I have. The other two are much more high strung. How is everyone today? My oldest is supossed to be over soon with the babies. I can't wait to get my hands on the little guy. We all get possesive whenever he's around wanting to hold him. He's such a good baby. He's ever so happy as long as he's being held and talked to. He's not too thrilled about being put down. Perfect for Nani, less so for his parents, lol. I have the God given right to spoil these children. I feel no guilt whatsoever about what their parent's have to go through when they get home. Ahh, there is nothing sweeter than the smell and smile of a baby. xxxxxxoooooo
I just read you jumped off the sub! WAY TO GO!!!!!! Did I ever tell you that your the cats pajamas?(one of my favorite DeNaeisms) If not consider yourself told! LOL
Hey Kat, enjoy your grandbaby! I need to go put my four year old on the couch for a nap. He is absolutely out of control. I'm singing its The Final Meltdown, to Europes Final Countdown. LOL Lord give me strength.
michelle i get told all the time i look like someone a person knows and wow! what a coincidence her name is jewel! i know there are clones of us out there, has to be, think about it, how in the world with millions of people on this planet can we all look totally different? there has to be resemblences. gina, how on earth can you get your body in those positions is beyond my greatest imagination, you must be very flexible, are you a contortionist? .lol! forgive me i dont recall, was there a post i missed about your sons leaving??? i dont recall where you said they were going, but believe me gina, my heart will be with you as i have had to say good bye tomy sons for trips they took thru school and band and i thought i would die. i have panic attacks and thank God my boys are able to do what i cant and when they flew, omg! i was in the deepest of prayers, my youngest son had a trip scheduled to fly to new york with the band and this trip was scheduled a month after 911 occured, many parents cancelled their childrens trip because of what had just happened on 9-11, i too wanted my son to not go, he INSISTED he was going no matter what and thank you Lord my son returned safely. what was also a comfort for me was i was able to track his flight in progress on line and we had a phone tree with all the parents as soon as they landed, what scared me half to death was my son called me as i insisted he do everyday (which he didnt do every day) and told me he was away from the group at times square!!! he was in middle school then i was like WHAT???? why are you away from the group??? GET BACK WITH THEM NOW!!!!!!!! i laugh about it now as i look back, whew! i have had my worries as all of us loving parents do for our "cubs" i have always said i am a mother lion, you mess with my cubs and i will scratch your eyes out!
Julie, I'm so glad your luncheon went so well and your guests were properly appreciative!! Sounds like you're a wonderful hostess!
Kerri!!! You are OFF of sub?? That is so freakin' awesome girl! I'm so damn proud of you I can hardly say. Well done! You walk the walk and are an example for all to follow! WTG!
Mi Michelle, I'm here. I needs me some of that Maryland ginista! Still waiting on the dinero though.
Heool to the rest of you lovely ladies! Every day is made better because of you ;-)
I was way down to 2mg or even 1mg every other day or so...I purposely knew that when I was leaving that I wanted to off....the first couple of days I did have some mental crap going on but I also attributed that to my circumstances.
I was using it as a crutch for way to long. I met with my Doctor the day before I left and he was the final key that was instrumental in the jump. This man has been so fantastic. I owe my life to him...literally. He insisted I do the right things and kicked my behind when needed.
I will post about my experience on sub...when I have just a little more time off....just to be sure! I also couldn't have done it the way I did without the unconditional love and support that I have found here from you all!!
Oh Kerri, it is YOU who rocks! You wouldn't let yourself stay on chemicals forever. You wanted to be free and you did it!!! This is the most wonderful news that has come to this board in a long time. I am so in awe of you. You're one of the gang, Kerri. You were anyway because you're so cool but now you're a shining example of a real winner. Isn't it wonderful? Be proud of yourself. You're a walking miracle and through determination you made it to the other side.Welcome to the world of sobriety!!!! I can't wait to hear your whole story. You can inspire sooo many! I'm proud of you and proud to be your friend. You're free! and it couldn't have happened to a better person. Congradulations, my friend. xxxxxxxooooooooo
Back to work for a couple of days for me. I had a pretty decent sleep so it's all good. A much more easy day today then the last couple of weeks! What is on everyone else's agenda?
Gina, you are in my heart and mind today. I hope you can feel my hand on your shoulder, dear. No charge.
good morning yes, i am looking forward to kee kee's story too, last night i chaired a speaker meeting, the speaker blew us away!!! her story was absolutely unbelieveable the pain this women endured until she finally surrendered, we were all like looking at her when she spoke, like we were watching a scary movie! our eyes were on her and we couldnt wait as we sat in suspense for the ending. she was my former sponsor too, it was my responsibility to find a speaker and she was so gracious to volunteer. her and i had a rough time trying to click with one another and she and i do not see eye to eye about sub, so i dont have her for my sponsor anymore and i get along with her soooo much better on just a friend to friend basis, her approach to me was hard and callous when she first sponsored me, i was so fearful as a new comer and the phone calls i would HAVE to make to her daily casued me so much anxiety, i dont know if you guys remember when i went through those problems because she flipped out on me when i shared i was on sub at a meeting. i still stand in my belief on sub and she her belief, but i stopped sharing about it now just to keep peace, but i will defend sub if the need should arise again. why wont na accept this new tool of recovery? how does one change the principles of NA? this meeting was so fantastic last night that we all stayed past 9:00 to be able for all of us to share back to her for what she gave us. i shared somethings that happened to me this week at my meeting and i want to start a new thread about it because i have had a major break through in my recovery!! God is soooo good to me! i will title it as "major break through in my recovery" jewels
I know it's not morning, but I'm home after two hellish hours in traffic and wanted to say hello to all you fine young things. How is everyone this evening?
Michelle, I'm so glad you are finding comfort in your pursuits! Gina, you are in my heart all the time my dear. Please know I'm here for you. Kat, sure would like to hear from you on today. DeNae, I'm so glad you were satisfied today with your resutls!
Julie, You are such an inspiration to me. How brave you are! And how far you've come.
Hey Kerri! Hey Shantell. I know I'm missing some; so sorry.
Morning everyone, TGIF!!! What's everyone got planned for this weekend? Finally a break in the humitity in Ct. It has been just god awful here. Never thought I would see the day where I cut my lunch break short just to get back to my air conditioned office. Well, another long work day for my today but not complaining at least I have a job to go to. Sunday we are headed up to Newport. R.I. for a big family get together. It is so beautiful there especially being right on the water. Tons of beautiful ships to look at and great shopping. The best part is I get to leave my two teenage children there for the week with my family. LOL Well, hope everyone has a great day today and enjoy the weekend. Shantel
Julie, Glad you enjoyed my e-mail. I didn't have time to respond to you yesterday as we had a big family BBQ and as usual I did all the cooking. I'll shoot one off to you today. Keep taking those baby steps. You are doing great. Shantel
Beck, your so sweet. Thanks for thinking about me. I went to a jewery party last night, and I swore I wasn't going to buy anything, but I did. LOL I ordered a cute sterling silver anklet. I can't wait until it comes in. Glad your back home after a crazy week at work.
DeNae, where are you? I just sent you an IM, so you must be out. Two weeks out of school and my kids are starting to go stir crazy on me. I think they are plotting to take me hostage. LOL
Gina, hows your hair? LOL
Shantel, its hot here too. I hate it, but it sure beats the snow. Thats what I keep telling myself. I wish it would rain. My lawn looks like a freshly harvested wheat field. LOL
Kat, wake up, wake up!
Everyone else, wake the hell up, and get out bed! My aunt used to scream "Off your a** and on your feet, out of the shade and in the heat". So move it!
Hope everyone has a great day and weekend. I have homework from my therapist. I have to write out what fustrates me. I think todays topic will be ignorance by those who assume. Should be fun. LOL
Michelle, Love the topic you picked to write about today. LOL Don't you hate when people just assume things without coming right out and asking if thats the case or not. Have a great day. Shantel
Actually I find it amusing. My therapist says that when people assume bad things about other people, its actually a projection of the wrongs they have done and a way to justify their poor behavior. I'm good with that. LOL
Have a great day at work. Its Friday, your at the finish line!
Slept in a little. I was trying to come up with a reason for not driving to WY. today for fireworks, but my sons will hang me if I try. I don't relish it as I'm sick of driving.
Michelle! How are you my fine friend. Good homework assignment. I believe the quote states that Ignorance is bliss, but it seems to me that Ignorance is just...well...ignorance.
Shantell, your weekend sounds just wonderful. Your whole week does. It is blistering hot here as well. The 4th will be brutal. Hope no one catches us with the fireworks.
Late Morning everyone!!!! I had such a long day yesterday that this morning I laid in bed longer than usual. Felt pretty good, actually, lol. My weekend plans include computer shopping and shopping for Kes's birthday gift. She has a ridiculous list but will probably get the Chocolate cell phone she wants. Anyone have any suggestions on computers? I'm betting I go with another Compaq since my first experience with one was so great. I can't wait to get rid of this one! Funny you mentioned the topic of assumptions, Michelle. I can't quite recall how the saying goes but it has something to do with the first three letters of that word, lol. I bet Gina can find it. Ask Gina, she can find anything! Oh, I talked to Lisa on the phone last night. She's hanging in there and trying to process everything. You guys can imagine how tough that is. She said to tell all of you hello and that she misses you. She also said to tell Kerri that she was just thrilled to hear she made it off the Sub. She agreed with me that it was the best board news in a long time and just awesome. Be ready for a big congradulations when she gets back, Kerri. xxxxxxooooooooo
