September Serenity - Week 2

[Lavande]

September Serenity - Week 2

I am fairly well known for my bluntness Chill

I really don't mean to offend people but I just like to make sure my position (on the topic of opinions) is known!:H:H

[cyntree]

September Serenity - Week 2

Thanks, serenely inspiring ones.

Red - no kids of my own, but something I've seen work with others: in addition to the school idea, maybe finding some volunteer work? for myself, when I was desperate and depressed about my life path, I started working with a dog rescue organization. It changed my energy so much to have a place to go and beings that counted on me. I think that change of energy got things flowing for me, and soon I was very busy with my own work. He might not be into it, but....just a thought....

Rusty - that story gave me chills. How incredible. I love it when kindness and compassion lift us up and carry us along - you should be so proud of yourself.

I have a heavy heart this morning - got a text at 6:15 am, from a friend on the east coast. Her husband was going in for a biopsy on a vocal chord, and it came back with cancer. This is a long story - his 10th operation for heart problems and various cancers, but the heartbreak is that this gentleman (and he is) had a huge career as an international opera star. For 12 years, since his first bout with this cancer, he has not been able to sing, but able to talk and to teach. Now........

I feel so helpless - they are far away, and in distress. But this thread gives me hope - so much can change about the center and quality of life, and yet so much can remain unchanged, or change for the better. I'm holding on to this thought.

Thanks for listening, and thanks Chill for the Portugese phrase. Big greetings to all for the weekend.

[sooty]

September Serenity - Week 2

Hello again lovely folk. Daughter home today so things a bit chaotic here. Weather absolutely disgusting today, rain rain and more rain. Even the dog is refusing to go out to do the necessary

I haven't got time to do a long post, just hope that everyone is keeping well and happy and looking forward to a sober and relaxing weekend.

See you all on Saturday
love Sooty

[rebirth]

September Serenity - Week 2

Hello folks.

I havnt posted for a while because I have been very busy...lots of jewellery to make, mountains of paperwork to go through and then housework, my son and now my cat.
Where does the time go?? I have decided that I need to slow down and start saying no to people. I cant remember when I last sat still (maybe India?).

Seems like Lav has posted her chicks on here? Gonna have to go through the previous posts..

Congratulations papmom!! Are you on medication? Going to AA? Or just eating lots of chocolate?

And has Greg seranaded us lovely ladies with a song yet?!

x

[rebirth]

September Serenity - Week 2

Cyntree happy new year to you! You bought back a flood of memeories.. I am assuming you both celebrate Rosh Hashana. I lived in Israel for five months so I know the celebrations well..Rosh hashana, Yom Kipur, Sukot..Have you been to Israel?

[Rusty]

September Serenity - Week 2

Rebirth,

Hey Ho! What are you doing up at this time of night? Love your new avatar. You look fantastic!

[rebirth]

September Serenity - Week 2

Hey Rusty,
I cant sleep! Argh!! It's 1.30 am. Thanks for the compliment.I took that picture about a year ago but I dont look like that first thing in the morning!! That took alot of makeup and thank god for photoshop! lol

[rebirth]

September Serenity - Week 2

Where are you at the moment Rusty?

[papmom3]

September Serenity - Week 2

rebirth;956541 wrote:
Congratulations papmom!! Are you on medication? Going to AA? Or just eating lots of chocolate?
x

LOL Rebirth!! None of the above but LOTS of ice cream!! Thinking about AA and possibly ADs. I try hard to moderate on the choco.

[Rusty]

September Serenity - Week 2

Oh, Papmom, modest one that you are! Such a wonderful person you are!

Rebirth, dear, I am in a restaurant in Illinois, typing away and unwinding after a 14-hour workday. I live about 2.5 hours from here but will not drive home as I am exhausted. Try Advil PM to go to sleep.

[rebirth]

September Serenity - Week 2

papmom3;956599 wrote: LOL Rebirth!! None of the above but LOTS of ice cream!! Thinking about AA and possibly ADs. I try hard to moderate on the choco.

Papmom Thats great going and it shows that AA is just another way of getting help.My regulars at AA meetings say that if I dont attend meetings on a regular basis then I will be likely to relapse. But personally I think it boils down to me in the end. If I dont want to quit then no support sysytem is gonna help.No one gives me the willpower. I find MYO to be an excellent support group. Escpecially as I am getting to know my virtual friends more.

Everyone has their own methods.Today is the day that I am moderating from chocolate, cupcakes and cake. It's been nearly four months now so it's time. Boo Hoo!! Okay..maybe once a week then. So one last chocolate toast for breakfast...ha ha

Rusty I fell asleep as soon as I sent that last message.

Have a fantastic saturday all.

[rebirth]

September Serenity - Week 2

ohh. Can you imagine being able to buy willpower in a bottle! I would be 8 pounds lighter with the body of a dancer. Oh well. back to reality

[rebirth]

September Serenity - Week 2

I know I know. there is more important things in life. Just being silly. x

[rustop61]

September Serenity - Week 2

Good morning everyone

Just wanted to check in quickly as getting ready to face a busy Saturday. Oh well doing it unhungover so that is the main thing!

Rebirth - love the new picture. It is hard to fit everything in and sometimes we have to make time for ourselves.

Have a great Saturday one and all.

Rustop

[dill]

September Serenity - Week 2

“Time is passing. Yet, for the United States of America, there will be no forgetting September the 11th. We will remember every rescuer who died in honor. We will remember every family that lives in grief. We will remember the fire and ash, the last phone calls, the funerals of the children. ” by President George W. Bush.

I saw a terrible tragedy and yelled at God, "How could you let such a thing happen?
Why didn't you do something"
A little while later, God's answer came: 'I did do something. I made you.'" from Journey of the Heart.org.

Greetings Serene ones,

It is the 9th anniversary of 9/11 and the event is very much on my mind. I know that not everyone on this thread believes in God, (I myself am an agnostic) but the essence of that second quote is what matters. No matter how or why you think you came to be in this world, I think we all feel the importance and power of bringing light and love and peace into this crazy world by the way we live our lives.

Cyn, I am so sorry to hear about your friend's hb's diagnosis. I will send some positive vibes your way to share with them.

Continue in your recovery from your surgery, PAguy. Take good care.

Good to see you back, Rebirth!

I am happily unhungover on this beautiful Saturday, but short on time. I wish everyone strength and peace and an AF weekend. I'll check in later if I can.