The Journey is here...So Get your ass in gear for December to Remember

[sunshinedaisies]

The Journey is here...So Get your ass in gear for December to Remember

Leaving right now......

Hugs, Sun XXXX

[rubywillow]

The Journey is here...So Get your ass in gear for December to Remember

OK, sorry, for my indiscretions!! Never knew Hubs was so revered, or that he'd told them he was afraid of ME!!! It was a very nice time, but I learned a lot. Especially when we told them about the FBI coming to dig up the body on our land, where we'd found the other dead guy, and that we still had a hole no one would ever look in again for a dead body, since they'd found one already!! :H
I still have to go and try to accomodate the family tonight. Bummed about that, but will do it. BTW, there was a State Trooper on my bumper last night coming home, for 20 miles, just waiting for me to not come to a complete stop at a stop sign, and I was truly HOPING they would do something. Sobriety, and my insane life, is FABULOUS!!!! How could I possibly explain this to people who don't know me?? Hubs drank beer the whole time we were there, anything I wanted to drink was available, plus people bringing it to me, but my mix of lemonade and sweet tea kept me hydrated, alert, and having SUCH a good time watching all the stuff going on. I told one man 10 times to call me by my first name, and it never happened. Another promised me a Christmas present!! :H I don't expect any of them to remember it today, but it was fun, and I made sure NO one drinking drove away. I'm truly trying to decide if it was sobriety or being 'more mature', that dictated my behavior, but whatever it was, it made my night great. Hope you've all enjoyed listening to the little bits I've shared!!

[mama bear]

The Journey is here...So Get your ass in gear for December to Remember

Ruby....I am so proud of you. I am not sure I am strong enough yet to resist if it;s in my face. Isn't it nice when others compliment the person you love? BTW,,,you didn't tell us if you got ravaged or not.....
inquiring minds want to know!!

[tlrgs]

The Journey is here...So Get your ass in gear for December to Remember

thats awesome ruby .. glad you had a great time .. enjoy you day well night at work sunshine ... mama like in life everything in time girl you will know when you are ready for gathering and well it being the holidays be on your guard young lady

[rubywillow]

The Journey is here...So Get your ass in gear for December to Remember

So hope ya'll don't think I'm bragging, 'cause I'm not. It was tough, sitting with people in front of the fireplace, having things in such abundance, but YES, it was good to see hubs get the respect he's truly due, and the defference to his years of work and knowledge. The hardest part was to join in and have fun, while still remembering that we both would be remembered for our behavior harder than anyone else, but it was so good to see him stand in front of them, tell them he was proud of them and how hard they worked, and be able to get behind the wheel and drive home with no qualms about my sobriety. Sometimes, life is just good, and we have to appreciate what no one else knows, that we are the experiencing the hard work of experience. I'm sure they've all heard stories about me, so they were waiting to see what I really was like, and it was good. I learned a lot, had fun, had a great meal, and had no problem asking for a 'to go' package to bring home what I couldn't possibly eat. And trust me, the dogs LOVED us when we got home.
Missing a lot of people here today, hope you're out having a great, sober time. I'm so full of myself right now, just feeling good about the last couple of days, that I'm afraid I'll talk to much about me, but last night was Hub's night, and it was a good one.
I've talked with a cousin who, with his daughter, has no where to go since his mom, my beloved aunt, passed away this year, so when I invited them to share our Christmas, he didn't take a breath before accepting. And I've pretty much gotten all the renters sorted, know they'll all be as caught up as possible, warm, and in a home for the holidays, so what else could anyone ask for during the season? I've gotten most of my shopping done, no decorating!!!, menu planned, and my older girls will be here with their 'significant others', around our tree, (if I ever get it up!!) on Christmas eve. If any of you out there think you'll be alone, let me know, and I'll save a place for you, and you can be here in spirit, at least. Christmas Day is up in the air, I could be in any number of places, but where ever I am will be wonderful. I'm just full up with the Christmas spirit. MB, you and hubby will be working next year. Rog, your work is picking up nicely! Sunni, you have Bob (Ben) to show his first Christmas. Birdy, your babies will no doubt surpise you like you constantly surprise us. Grate, Hannah is at an age to REALLY enjoy the festivities. Vick, you always keep us reminded of the REAL meaning of the season. Tony, you're gonna be kicking butt out there next year, with your new training. Biz, business is picking up. Swanny, you have a place at out table, and your name will be remembered here. Panno, Mas, Trap, come back to us in the new year. And everyone else out there, and I SO regret I don't call you by name, you are part of this family. I can never say enough to Roger how grateful I am to him for starting this thread, bringing us together. Grace, SO good to have you back!! So, when I get a second and go back and see who exactly I missed, I'll be back. In the meantime, MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!!

[sapphire1]

The Journey is here...So Get your ass in gear for December to Remember

Morning night/day/afternoon??????

Its a wonderous, deliriously fantastic day here at the bottom of the world. Sober is as sober does and for me being sober is about seeing things in my world that I possibly have never noticed before..at least not completley. The sneaky little voice of that bastard al whispered to me yesterday as my boys boarded a plane to spend CHristmas with their dad. It said "good, theres no-one here, the coast is clear, you can drink all you like and no-one will know...go on you know you want to". BUT someone did know and that someone is ME....I would know and I dont want to dance with the devil anymore. So I firmly shouted out to that bastard AL to FUSK OFF.......That circus left town and the sad clown went with it. Much strength, power love and grace to you all my friends......love Saffxx

[rubywillow]

The Journey is here...So Get your ass in gear for December to Remember

Whoo HOOOOOOO!!! SAFFY@@@@!!!! Have a wondrous, sober holiday!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[tlrgs]

The Journey is here...So Get your ass in gear for December to Remember

sapphire1;1024931 wrote: Morning night/day/afternoon??????

Its a wonderous, deliriously fantastic day here at the bottom of the world. Sober is as sober does and for me being sober is about seeing things in my world that I possibly have never noticed before..at least not completley. The sneaky little voice of that bastard al whispered to me yesterday as my boys boarded a plane to spend CHristmas with their dad. It said "good, theres no-one here, the coast is clear, you can drink all you like and no-one will know...go on you know you want to". BUT someone did know and that someone is ME....I would know and I dont want to dance with the devil anymore. So I firmly shouted out to that bastard AL to FUSK OFF.......That circus left town and the sad clown went with it. Much strength, power love and grace to you all my friends......love Saffxx

awesome my friend keep up the great work

[rubywillow]

The Journey is here...So Get your ass in gear for December to Remember

OK, this is a downer, but, having had an aunt and a cousin (who was younger than me) suffered through this condition, I wanted to share this story, which I can't believe the powers that be actually gave so much room to. When we are sad, feeling sorry for ourselves, we need to think of these people and thank GOD we CAN go on and do things, change, decide what world we want to live in.
With love, teens face a deadly diagnosis - Welcome to Charter.net
Hope you are all having a wonderful evening. I'm off for a little time with the family. OH! BTW, spoke to AB, Jack, and Riley about our holiday plans, and couldn't help but laugh about their plans. The wonder of 5-year-olds at Christmas should make anyone smile and think about all that is good in the world.

[maslow23]

The Journey is here...So Get your ass in gear for December to Remember

Hi everyone,

Just checking in to hope all is well during the holiday season. Been lurking for awhile. Haven't read too much but seems like things are looking good for alot of you!!! See ya Soon.

Maslow

[rubywillow]

The Journey is here...So Get your ass in gear for December to Remember

Mas, our schedules are so messed up, but SOOOOOO good to see you check in!!! I'm off to try and actually sleep tonight.

[sunshinedaisies]

The Journey is here...So Get your ass in gear for December to Remember

So lovely to see you sapph and maslow. good for you on your decision Sapph - well done. Maslow - how are things going for you? we hear so little from you these days....

Ruby - it was good to hear about your evening out, thankyou for sharing it with us.

now my friends, I am SO tired - work was busy and I need to go and sit and veg for a while and try and wind down before bed. Tomorrow is my last day off until Christmas day and I don't even know what I am cooking - my daughter and her family are coming over, my m-i-l and my other daughter, so it isn't too bad - but hubs wants turkey, one daughter wants ham - other daughter is a veggie like me, I asked m-i-l what she wanted and she laughed and said 'shepherds pie' so tomorrow I have to try to sort out a menu!!!! And shop for it. Heaven help me! I usually make 2 or 3 desserts - I think this year I might (gulp) BUY them! I am now going to turn the computer OFF so i am not tempted to come back on.

love and hugs to all,

Sun XX

[bird]

The Journey is here...So Get your ass in gear for December to Remember

Hi all
Well the owls were hooting last night. I always sleep next to the window with it open so I can see the stars and hear the owls. Well they probably hoot every night but I am asleep. Saph that was a good post. Hey Rubes what are the 5 year old Christmas plans?? Hey Sun that is going to be some menu to plan now. We always eat out...gotta go practice like crazy....b

[rubywillow]

The Journey is here...So Get your ass in gear for December to Remember

Sunni, if I had to work everyday till 25th, we'd be having PIZZA! :H When I worked for the Post Office I actually was still delivering packages at 9 PM on the 24th. Guess how many times I was called Santa??

[sunshinedaisies]

The Journey is here...So Get your ass in gear for December to Remember

Good morning Bird and Ruby. I am up and slowly revving my engine - it sounds as if there is something in the fuel tank though 'cos it keeps missing a bit this morning!! think it needs an additive - I KNOW - CAFFEINE!!!! Gosh, I can't even think of what to do for that lunch.... maybe I will go and start wrapping pressies or maybe I should put up some decs somewhere. Oh dear - where to start. Let the caffeine start to do it's stuff maybe. all I really want to do is go back to bed. I need to phone my mum next. Yeh Ruby - I do know about the P.O. - Hubs has said he is working - I am not sure if it is 16 days straight?? I told him I thought that was illegal!! He is working Christmas Day but doesn't go in until 2.00 so will be here for our early Christmas lunch. I like the idea of them having pizza - youngest daughter and I could have a veggie burger. Must got and get started time is ticking.

love and hugs to all. get up everybody else.

Hugs, Sun xx