November Nuturing - Week 1

[cyntree]

November Nuturing - Week 1

Hey - Rusty, are you on right now? It's 2:00 in the morning here in the desert - that makes 4:00 where you are, right?! Have a good trip wherever you're off to next.

Quick post - woke up and was wide awake with things to accomplish before my work starts at 7:00 this a.m., so am catching up quickly here. Everyone sounds so alive - good for us!

RB - live and learn is the way to go, good for you.

Sped - are you in IN for the whole winter? I guess I missed that that was your plan - good for you. How about 93 degrees, for the 3rd of November - this desert heat is so disturbing. Like you, I am thrilled with the prospect of 4 seasons again, and the solace of winter. PS - Funny you should mention the North Platte. My family had a cabin on the Platte river until my Dad's passing just a few years ago...

Chill - congrats on all that you are achieving and being brave enough to take on - how wonderful. You can do anything, don't worry! Also, thanks for that fabulous recap of October. What a lot of life is shared here.

More soon, and big Thursday hugs to everybody. Nurture!

[Stargazerlily]

November Nuturing - Week 1

Brrrrrr!!!! Good morning.

It is really cold here, in the low thirties, with rain/snow mix expected. I am so lucky, my car is in the garage, so I never really get that cold. I have fire in the fireplace, (gas) so am enjoyng the light and warmth. I am looking forward to the time changing, as I need more time in the morning. Plus, it isso dark out. There is something satisfying about the change of the seasons. However, there is something nice with warm weather in November, too.

Rebirth, it is so great that you were able to get right back to your AF lifestyle. It really is a lifestyle after a time. We think a certain way, do certain things when we are AF. We are more at peace, interesting, able to make good choices, and live meaningful lives. Any plans for the weekend? How is your boyfriend doing?

Sped, free time can be a zone where craving thoughts pop up. I'll have thoughts pop up out of the blue though, in the middle of businees. Are you staying with your son over the winter? Or just for a visit? Could you substitute teach in Indiana and do you want to? My daughter was talking to me the other night about wanting more hobbies. We talked about sewing and buying a sewing machine, macrame (that's 70's me), knitting, cooking, ceramics, cross stich, writing, etc. When you are inside all winter, it is fun to create.

Lav and PAguy, bloodwork and dentists are necessary evils. Good to know you are takng care of yourself.

To everyone, have a great AF day.

[Rusty]

November Nuturing - Week 1

Hi Star,

Great to see you. I was just thinking about developing hobbies for winter, too. I need to make a list....plus when the holidays are over and I have a couple of weeks off....well, you know where that might lead...for me, anyway. I think a list of possibiulities would be good to have. It's great that you and your daughter are close and can talk about these things. I can't just sit and read a book. I really can't. I wish I could. Maybe I'll go back to drawing or learn how to play the keyboard.

Must get to work. Have a great AF day everyone!

[rustop61]

November Nuturing - Week 1

Good morning everyone

"We need to build downtime into our lives, so that we can have solitude without feeling
overcome with guilt."
--Melody Beattie

Thought the above quote fits well into our theme of nuturing ourselves this month. I have managed to build in time for exercise every day and now need to try and fit in my meditation.

Having trouble with my internet, (very windy here today) so this is just a quick post. Hi to everyone and have a great AF day.

Rustop

[dill]

November Nuturing - Week 1

Rustop, that quote fits my needs perfectly. Work has been overwhelming lately and I need to develop some strategies to deal with it and find moments of peace in my work day. I have been leaving for work earlier and getting home later. I'm having a hard time finding time to post lately.

I found this link on the Daily Recovery Readings website that I thought some of you might like. It even calculates sober heartbeats! That something to think about!

Sobriety Calculator

I wish everyone peace and strength and an AF Thursday.

[Lavande]

November Nuturing - Week 1

BRRRRRRRR!
That is a chilly rain out there - and a lot of it too!!

Thanks for the link Dill. I smiled when I saw that I've had 50840908 sober heartbeats :h
I guess that's pretty good for the self care department.

Had my appointment with the vampire this morning - at least I got a good one this time :H

Not sure if EB is coming today or not - better call his mother. I like to be prepared

Hope everyone has a fantastic AF Thursday.
Lav

[sooty]

November Nuturing - Week 1

Thanks for that link Dill, very encouraging and just what I need on this miserable,cold and windy Thursday.

My internet is still patchy, I'm sure it has something to do with the weather .... it always seems worse when its raining.

I hope everyone has a good day today. Bonfire night here tomorrow, must make sure I keep the cats at home tomorrow night. The dog is deaf now so the fireworks don't bother him.

Take care all, keep warm and dry (in every way)
love Sooty

[Chillgirl]

November Nuturing - Week 1

Im having serious internet problems and keep loosing all my posts so will keep this very brief.

Feeling very depressed this evening, I saw my ex husband today and he is in a very bad place over our finances. He has always been my stength and when I see him so low I feel completely out my depth with life. I know I will bounce back but tonight I need to find that "off" switch in my brain before I drive myself insane.

[Lavande]

November Nuturing - Week 1

Chill,

Sorry you're feeling low! I'm a bit low myself tonight after receiving a nasty-gram email from Mr Lav.
Geez - he's turned into something I just don't understand or even like.

I'm pulling out my meditation CDs tonight to get myself centered. I'm NOT going to allow that SOB to throw me over the edge - again :H

I'll be thinking of you Chill.

Lav

[dill]

November Nuturing - Week 1

The turning point in the process of growing up is when you discover the core of strength within you that survives all hurt. ~Max Lerner, The Unfinished Country, 1950

Chill and Lav,

I am thinking of you both tonight and sending you warm thoughts, peace and strength. Hang in there, both of you.

[ladybirdheart]

November Nuturing - Week 1

Hi troops. Just back from the dentist (my sympathies John) and my final visit after my stress related tooth fractures, little bits of porcelain clad gold installed and ready for dinner. I had a odd day yesterday after a horrid night, the details of which are beside the present point but lets just say I am with you Chill and Lav in that dear Lord Bird Heart was involved. I was so rattled that I did not leave the house yesterday even though it was to be a day of fun errands and an evening event I had looked forward to very much. I was afraid to leave as I kept having the thought/image that I would buy a bottle of scotch; I have not felt that way in months but it was so clear and by history my relapses have so not been without ample warning (a marching band) that I could think of nothing to do but not leave. I froze in place. Primitive tool to be sure, but it worked and today I breezed through Trader Joe?s with its boatload of booze without concern. I also stopped and bought a pet fish for my parrot, an African Grey not quite thirty and missing her now deceased longtime bird friends. I set the bowl up on Monday so it was very settled and welcoming, and this evening a name will be chosen. I am sure the birdie will pick it up right away as she seems to like the handsome little guy. Anyway, I wanted to let you know that I have now added JUST STAY HOME STUPID to my toolbox:H. Love, Ladybird.

[paguy]

November Nuturing - Week 1

Lav and Chill:

Now is the perfect time to nurture yourselves as you are at low points. Whether it's listening to meditation CDs, reading a book, taking a long relaxing soak, or just vegging out.

Sending warm wishes and hugs your way.... :l :l

[dill]

November Nuturing - Week 1

It is a common experience that a problem difficult at night is resolved in the morning after the committee of sleep has worked on it. ~John Steinbeck

Lav and Chill,
I'm sending warm thoughts your way of peace and strength. Hang in there, both of you.

LBH, I think that "JUST STAY HOME STUPID" is very good advice, indeed. I'm glad you weathered your storm, hunkered down in your safe spot. What kind of fish did you buy for your gray lady? Say, don't you have a trip to Panama Canal coming up soon? (or did that already happen?)

[rebirth]

November Nuturing - Week 1

Aww. Lav, Chill and Ladybird.Sending lots of positivity and inner strength your way. AT least you guys are NOT drinking on it ( bloody well done for staying at home Ladybird!). The good thing about life is that there is always change..things will get better.

I was feeling crap last week and this week life is different ( better). What goes down, goes back up etc

Star- The boyfriend is behaving himself. lol.He does irritate me at times but then I am no angel myself. We make a good pair up till now. Not doing much this weekend..taking my son swimming, then to an indoor ball park. It's difficult to do more when the weather is like this.

Well I am back on the doughnuts again. Not done any kickboxing either this week. I feel like a lump of lard.

Hello cyn, dill, rustop,rusty, JoHn, sooty, Sd, who else, who else...

[dill]

November Nuturing - Week 1

Hi Rebirth and PA. It's nice to "see" you out there this evening.