The house that G built.

[Persephone1]

The house that G built.

I missed your 30-day Celebration G ~ I'm so sorry. Very berry happy for your success my friend :b&d: and wishing you a lifetime of sober days & nights. Did you celebrate? :banana:

Lots of family and health crap goin' on and I've been otherwise occupied. Plus, I haven't been home in a week. I have decided to go off sugar and gluten (thanks NoSugar for the input) & work out 6 days per week to see if it improves my health issues. I have been informed that these two may be my inflammation culprits & that eliminating gluten alone could actually heal me!! Its sad and amusing to me that none of my docs even mentioned diet/food intake. Why would they if it cures me though? No money for them or the pharmaceuticals! Ha! We'll see...collective fingers crossed por favor.

So, what's the rest of the house been up to lately? Hope everyone is having a peaceful and hangover free weekend. XO, P.

[Guitarista]

The house that G built.

Hi Persephone!

Why are you whipping me? :H I mean, I don't overly mind.

Diet/food intake can make a huge difference. Our mood for one. Too many cancer causing preservatives and additives in too much food. Hard to avoid sometimes, but for me organic is the way ideally. Your workout routine sounds a fantastic idea. You will feel more positive. Kick some ass friend.

Great band practice today, a couple of new riffs. Sunday evening here, so kicking back and planning my bricklaying for domani.

Ciao! Yo!

[Siren136]

The house that G built.

Persephone1;1520141 wrote: So, what's the rest of the house been up to lately? Hope everyone is having a peaceful and hangover free weekend. XO, P.

Persephone!! I'm so glad you checked in! Your plans sound great - let us know how it all goes and if it makes a difference. I, too, am easing my way into the gluten free way. Sugar has never been an issue for me. Dairy on the other hand...

I'm also finding that I choose to be mostly vegetarian these days, though I'm concerned about how much soy I eat. I've sort of invented a new way of eating - well, more named it than anything - Eco-Flexitarian. I eat whatever I want as long as it's organic, cruelty-free, grass-fed/cage-free, and locally-sourced. I'm hoping it catches on. Or maybe someone can think of a better name?

[Guitarista]

The house that G built.

Eco-flexitarian. Love it!

What a great name for an album.....

[Persephone1]

The house that G built.

Guitarista;1520163 wrote:
Why are you whipping me? :H I mean, I don't overly mind.
Ha! this made me laugh out loud! :b&d: That is you whipping Alcohols ass silly! But thanks for starting off my day with a chuckle!

Siren136;1520203 wrote: Eco-Flexitarian. I eat whatever I want as long as it's organic, cruelty-free, grass-fed/cage-free, and locally-sourced. I'm hoping it catches on. Or maybe someone can think of a better name?

I think this is a Fabulous name Siren! I never used to have a problem with sugar when I was drinking, now I crave it a ton. Too bad, it's gotta go!

So, I got an email from my Ex today. His writing is more of a very long winded, book~sized soliloquy...but that is nothing new. I have always felt incidental. I just don't know how to feel about it. He still professes his love for me, but our love for one another has always been lost in translation. Sad.

Anyway, HAPPY FATHER'S DAY! to any/all daddy's out there:h Hope its a beauty day for the House! Xo, P.

[Guitarista]

The house that G built.

Persephone1;1520253 wrote: Ha! this made me laugh out loud! :b&d: That is you whipping Alcohols ass silly! But thanks for starting off my day with a chuckle!



I think this is a Fabulous name Siren! I never used to have a problem with sugar when I was drinking, now I crave it a ton. Too bad, it's gotta go!

So, I got an email from my Ex today. His writing is more of a very long winded, book~sized soliloquy...but that is nothing new. I have always felt incidental. I just don't know how to feel about it. He still professes his love for me, but our love for one another has always been lost in translation. Sad.

Anyway, HAPPY FATHER'S DAY! to any/all daddy's out there:h Hope its a beauty day for the House! Xo, P.

Ah, ok! :H Thanks.

Good luck with all that relationship stuff Persephone.

There's a lot of sugar in booze, which is why we crave it when we stop I suppose.

Off to gym/run/dip then making music. Raining here and cool, and that's beautiful!

Day 36. Bring it on. Take care everyone.

[Siren136]

The house that G built.

Morning housemates. So another week starts - one more at work until I finally get a break. I haven't had more than a day or two off at a stretch since November, so I'm long overdue. Head down for 5 days, then I can relax, if you call spending a week with the "ex" and in-laws relaxing. I'm planning a lot of long walks and bike rides. I'll be in the land of Monopoly - Ocean City, New Jersey

My in-laws are wonderful people - I'm really lucky in that respect. So it could be a lot worse, I guess.

What's everyone else got planned for the week?

[Guitarista]

The house that G built.

Siren136;1520513 wrote: Morning housemates. So another week starts - one more at work until I finally get a break. I haven't had more than a day or two off at a stretch since November, so I'm long overdue. Head down for 5 days, then I can relax, if you call spending a week with the "ex" and in-laws relaxing. I'm planning a lot of long walks and bike rides. I'll be in the land of Monopoly - Ocean City, New Jersey

My in-laws are wonderful people - I'm really lucky in that respect. So it could be a lot worse, I guess.

What's everyone else got planned for the week?

Hiya all,

Wow Siren. That's a long time without a decent break! Hope you can chill there, and i'm sure you'll find a way. Will there be difficult emotional triggers (to drink) for you being with your ex do you think? I suppose with your planned bike rides and walks you will be prepared. Anyway, that stuff is none of my business, aside from you confirming you have a sobriety safety/exit plan if things go pear shaped for some reason. I wish for you a safe, happy and healthy break. Nu Joisey! Yo!

I'm back at work tomorrow (Tuesday), and business as usual at my job. Always a challenge and I love it. At the moment here tonight, i'm mucking around with some new band tracks we recorded at rehearsal on sunday.

Eating fruit cake........

Have a good one y'all.

[Siren136]

The house that G built.

Guitarista;1520521 wrote: Hiya all,

Wow Siren. That's a long time without a decent break! Hope you can chill there, and i'm sure you'll find a way. Will there be difficult emotional triggers (to drink) for you being with your ex do you think? I suppose with your planned bike rides and walks you will be prepared. Anyway, that stuff is none of my business, aside from you confirming you have a sobriety safety/exit plan if things go pear shaped for some reason. I wish for you a safe, happy and healthy break. Nu Joisey! Yo!

I'm back at work tomorrow (Tuesday), and business as usual at my job. Always a challenge and I love it. At the moment here tonight, i'm mucking around with some new band tracks we recorded at rehearsal on sunday.

Eating fruit cake........

Have a good one y'all.

Emotional triggers - I guess we'll find out. I would think fewer there than stuck in this house we shared. Plus I'm REALLY looking forward to being seaside. For someone who doesn't particularly like the beach it's amazing how much I like the ocean and being near the water. I like just strolling on the boardwalk early in the morning.

Oh, and Ocean City is dry - you have to go off-island to buy booze. So I can't just pop into a bar if things do go upside down.

Having a job you like is awesome, isn't it? Have a good sleep and a great day at work. I hope we get to hear some of those new songs soon. It sounds like that is lining up pretty well, too, from what you have mentioned.

[Persephone1]

The house that G built.

Helloooo,

Siren the boardwalk sounds delightful. Glad you've got things planned for little enjoyable escapes. Will you have internet and visit with us still?

Yes, we need to hear some more music from u G. You have any more links we can check out? I bought a ticket to a concert in November and I am going solo. Isn't that weird? I have NEVER done that before. No one here likes this artist so I just did it! Second row at a teeny venue ~ HELLS YEAH!

So, today was a bit surreal...I was at the gym and found an elderly woman unconscious in the hot, hot jacuzzi. We got her out and and got lifeguards, EMTs, etc...but that was BIZARRE. I was shaking uncontrollably. It was a fluke that I was even there at that time, same for the only other woman in the women's fitness area. She never regained consciousness while there. Never heard whether she was ok.py. All things were aligned in her favor though, so wishing for the best for her.

I hope your work days go smoothly and enjoyably. Xo, P.

[Siren136]

The house that G built.

Wow, Perse - so scary! I always kind of scoff at the warnings on those things. I'm glad you were able to help her.

Reminds me of the time last year when an elderly man asked me for directions and didn't even know his own address. He was lost, confused, etc. So I called 911 and stayed with him until the EMTs arrived.

I watched a video by an Aussie General who came out against men in the military who were denigrating women via email, etc. The rage this guy had against this behavior was quite visible. There have been a couple of times that the 'official' position of Australian military or politicians has really impressed me. I'm not one to really follow world politics, but I get so tired of my government trying so hard to please someone instead of doing what's right. I love when someone just cuts through the bull**it and says, this is how it is - if you don't like it, then go somewhere else. It's refreshing.

[Guitarista]

The house that G built.

Morning all from a dark and fresh Oz.

Yes, I agree Siren. It is refreshing. We have a similar degree of cover-ups and bulldust from politicians and institutions here as everywhere else. The denigration of women always bamboozles me. Why do some men do this? I think parenting and healthy male role modelling has a lot to do with it.

Will let youse know when there's more music ready. No other links as yet Persephone. Thanks for your interest.

Day 38. Bring it on fruity!

Yo!

[sweetpea29]

The house that G built.

Good morning to ya MrG

You're fairly stacking up the days :goodjob:

So when are ya planning your next tour of Ireland?!

Have a great day xx

[free at last]

The house that G built.

Mr. G, Siren, and Persphone1 -- you guys all sound amazing. Is it the significant AF time that is bringing out your witty personalities?

[Guitarista]

The house that G built.

sweetpea29;1521121 wrote: Good morning to ya MrG

You're fairly stacking up the days :goodjob:

So when are ya planning your next tour of Ireland?!

Have a great day xx
Good morning to you Sweetpea. Thanks. Yep, the days are stacking up like a string of pearls (that I shall donate to charity) to be sure. I'll be over there one day soon....sooner the better!

free at last;1521151 wrote: Mr. G, Siren, and Persphone1 -- you guys all sound amazing. Is it the significant AF time that is bringing out your witty personalities?

Hi Free at last,

Yep, the wit around these parts is top shelf! I'm often asked to speak at sports clubs, knitting nights, political fundraisers, etc. but you know, I knock them all back and save my wit and spark for here. It's about giving back for me.

But to your question. For me, I am simply much happier when AF. I am happy naturally when AF, even though I am not where I want to be in life, and am working on that, I can say I feel relaxed, not anxious anymore, not depressed anymore(very rarely), and this is all down to not drinking AT ALL. Not 1 or 2/3 drinks once or twice a week, NO, my happiness is a direct result of zero alcohol in my system for more than a week, 24/7. I am told I am funny when drinking, but much funnier when I am sober 24/7. I have also been told I can be boring when drinking too. Like most drunks.

How are you doing FAL?