It ocurrs to me that when I was drinking there are so many small, yet rich experiences I lost out on. Like the 1st cup of coffee in the morning, which I am currently enjoying . We live in such a fast paced society that we have lost ways of healthy winding down in the evening, and pleasant ways to negotiate the transition from sleep, to wakefulness, to work. I was able to get in a walk yesterday- living in a suburban metropolis, it is soothing to have the perspective of horizon, even if it is only via a park. Seize the day, not the drink!
Call me old fashioned, but I really struggle with the fast pace of modern life. So much of life revolves around checking the alarm, hitting snooze, getting up, sucking down coffee, checking the clock, rushing to get a shower, making the hair look decent, checking the watch, putting in along busy day, checking the clock, getting back in the car. fighting the traffic, getting home, lying down ont he sofa, checking the watch... gotta get up again to HURRY UP AND ENJOY THE EVENING.... ???????????????????
UGH!! As an alcoholic with other issues as well, trying to make it in this crazy world, this wonderful sober life can be a real challenge to me!! I am so glad I am sober and have a wealth of opportunities now, but sheesh!! I need to slam on the brakes sometimes!! And now it is spring, and the yard needs cleaned up, and the basement, and spring cleaning, and the gutters need work, and the lawn patched up......... UGH!! I need a meeting!! And a lot of NAPS!!!!!
Joni
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wow- I might live to regret my words! My cable just went out and I am fresh out of novels. I could call them, but I think I will just lean into the evening and see what happens. There's always my journal. Early to bed might be sweet too
Beachgirls message was so calming then I get Joni's whirlwind!!!lol Im outta breath!!!!!
I had an interesting day.....Got off work at 730am, went to sleep about 9 and got up at 12. Met my mom for lunch (what was I thinking but hadnt seen her in 6 weeks, they were in florida) then opened my home group for a gal who wanted to go to a concert! Set of the security alarm!!!!!! oops! Thank god it was at my old church and the priest was there to diffuse it all!!!! Ended up chairin the meeting, didnt know that was part of the bargain! Gave the keys away to the next week person, couldnt lock the door so we had to call her back.......
So, running on 3 hours of sleep but you know what!? Was a great day! The sun was shining, my crocuses are blooming, the meeting was great and when I got home my daughter (16) shared a bunch of stuff she usually doesnt share!!! Blessed or what! Now I should be sleeping or watching my fav show..."the riches" but for some reason I feel rested and happy!!!!
I think now I can hit the pillow and know it was a good day!!!
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"We tend to forget that happiness doesn't come as a result of getting something we don't have, but rather of recognizing and appreciating what we do have. "
Wow, Lani!! Hope you do not feel any backlash now, from having such a crazy day yesterday!! I can literally be "hung over" for a day when I have overdone it.
Have a happy day, everyone, and whomever is passing out the energy, please don't forget to give me my share today!!
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~~"It's hard to be hateful when you're grateful."~~
Page 86 and 87 of the bigbook are good. it's 10th and 11th step though. A little time in the morning and at night do wonders. Even five minutes in the morning might avoid lots of mistakes and wasted energy.
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