Simple September

[SnoopyC]

Good morning...

Cyn, good to hear you were safe being in NYC during the bombing, it is a big place. I love to entertain, once in a while, but don't want my house trashed, plain and simple. My son went to an ENT and they are working on the fluid behind the ears, it will take time.

Dill, so sorry to hear about your son and PTSD, not helped by being a single father. Thank goodness you and your hubby are there to help, your grandkids are probably extra close to you and that is a bonus! But, ongoing concerns for him, sending you love and strength.

Pauly, I had anxiety the other day and it was not good. Luckily I like my job so a day at work solved the anxiety for me. Try the CDs to relax, retraining your brain and body to relax is a skill that takes time. You do have alot going on though.

Lav, thanks for the support too, I am determined this time, no more booze, ever. I am sick of all the BS that goes along with it, I want to feel good and live a different life. Sorry you have not heard from your DIL, what a thoughtless lady, not appreciative for all you generously provide for her. I know you miss your grandsons, and they you. Keeping busy is good, your food prep sounds great, wish I could come over and eat with you.

Off to work, then BLTs tonight, hot and sunny day here in the Midwest. Have a good AF day.

[SnoopyC]

Good morning...

Cyn, good to hear you were safe being in NYC during the bombing, it is a big place. I love to entertain, once in a while, but don't want my house trashed, plain and simple. My son went to an ENT and they are working on the fluid behind the ears, it will take time.

Dill, so sorry to hear about your son and PTSD, not helped by being a single father. Thank goodness you and your hubby are there to help, your grandkids are probably extra close to you and that is a bonus! But, ongoing concerns for him, sending you love and strength.

Pauly, I had anxiety the other day and it was not good. Luckily I like my job so a day at work solved the anxiety for me. Try the CDs to relax, retraining your brain and body to relax is a skill that takes time. You do have alot going on though.

Lav, thanks for the support too, I am determined this time, no more booze, ever. I am sick of all the BS that goes along with it, I want to feel good and live a different life. Sorry you have not heard from your DIL, what a thoughtless lady, not appreciative for all you generously provide for her. I know you miss your grandsons, and they you. Keeping busy is good, your food prep sounds great, wish I could come over and eat with you.

Off to work, then BLTs tonight, hot and sunny day here in the Midwest. Have a good AF day.

[treegirl]

Good evening all-

Nothing much going on here except work with my slightly nutty clients - They are all over the map emotionally and with the excess that they now have in the house because of the move, I think it is exacerbating everything. But I do feel for them -- physical pain can make everything harder, and they are both older. I really feel for them - it would be a very hard move no matter what, but when you don't feel well... So I'm trying to be extra cheerful and low-key.

Lav - yum, everything sounds good! I'm glad that it is getting to be 'soup time' now - I'm tired of salads, and i don't really do raw foods very well anyway. I made some red rice and quinoa mix, and I'm just adding everything to it that I can find so I make up a meal. May be nutritious, but not always interesting! I never saw the Poldark begining of the series -- I think maybe I can get it on Amazon. I'll have to check it out. It is exactly where HB and I did the walk in 2014 - I'd love to see that scenery again!

Dill - I was just reading an article about dogs and how much they help humans. It mentioned how successful service dogs can be for PTSD. I know service dogs can be quite expensive, but I wondered if that was something that anyone suggested to your son? I know how much my pups help me every single day. I would not do so well without them. They were in the car this morning when I did a quick errand to get things for my client -- I walked back to the car and was talking and talking as I put things away. Then I turned and saw the delivery trucker staring at me! I had to explain that I had dogs in the car!!

Pauly - how are you doing? I might still have my MWO CDs here somewhere, if you would like to have them. Just say the word. Like Lav, I think you are SPECIAL, and a super-sensitive girl. That's why meditation's protective 'armor' might make life a little easier for you. I think it has helped me in that way... good luck!

Star - keep on with your dedication, you sound like you are on a great path. Good luck to your son with the sinus/ear stuff.

Uuugh, for the second night in a row, i can barely stay awake to finish typing! It's time to get ready for bed, I think (it's only 8:15, this is pathetic!) Oh well, hopefully I'll be able to read for awhile! Wishing all a good night, and a happy hump day tomorrow.

[Lavande]

Good evening friends!

Ha ha Cyn, it's 8:49 now & I can't wait to get my jammies on. These season changes are rough!!!
It is still a bit warm for soup but we actually still have the AC on due to the humidity mostly. I have a hard time with salads, raw veggies & all that too.
This afternoon I made my first batch of whipped dairy free 'butter'. I will try it on toast in the morning & let you know. It's a simple mixture of coconut oil & EVOO with a tiny touch of sea salt.

Star, I am glad we are all determined to keep this a BS free section, LOL
I cannot even imagine inviting addictions back into my life. Why would I at this point? I finally know for sure that wine & smokes do not enhance the quality of life
We are on the right path & it's easier to just keep moving forward.

Hello to Dill & Pauly. I hope you are both OK.
Tomorrow is Hump day already, geez!

Peace to all tonight!

Lav

[SnoopyC]

Good morning...

Running a little late today, so just a quick hello and have a great AF Hump Day!

[treegirl]

Good Wednesday evening - hey, where's everybody?

Nothing much to report here, except that I am really dragging. I'm glad that you mentioned the season change, Lav - maybe that's it? I'm just not sure; I'm working, but not so hard that I should be wrung out every day. Oh well! This too shall pass.

Dill, Star and Pauly - hope you are all OK. Lav - I can't wait to hear about that 'butter'. I can do fine with ghee, and I don't think butter is an issue for me, but HB buys that butter/EVO combo in the plastic containers, and I would love to give him a different option. I find that I am getting 'allergic' (mentally) to plastic containers!

Wishing all a good AF night --

[Lavande]

I'm here, I'm here Cyn

Just busy today with odds & ends but everything is OK. Still haven't heard a word from my son & his family though. I am staying as calm as I can about this nonsense.
The homemade whipped dairy free butter was EXCELLENT!!!! I chose to store it in little wide mouth mason jars - no plastic for me either. The recipe is by Bare Root Girl. Her website isn't terribly friendly but I did just post a link to the recipe on Facebook in case you are interested.
Tomorrow Fall finally arrives so maybe we will be re-energized, ha ha!

Hello to Star, Dill & Pauly. I hope everyone is OK & checks in soon.
Peace to everyone tonight.

Lav

[SnoopyC]

Good morning...

Cyn, I have been sleeping so soundly, having a hard time waking up, so not always time to post. Very hot and beautiful here, don't know when it will cool off. Very busy at work, so OK. I wish I could take an afternoon nap, just for a half hour or so, can you if you are at home? Lucky.

Lav, can you call your son or do you want to let things simmer down? I think your DIL got to him, which is ridiculous, but true. A loss all around, can YB call him? Just some ideas. My husband is willing and good at straightening things out, if needed. Sorry this is happening to you.

Hello Dill and Pauly, have a great AF Thursday.

[paulywogg]

Morning friends, I stupidly drank on Monday followed by Tuesday it wasn't fun,my body is developing an intolerance to alcohol the more I stay away from it,I really wish I had tried anything else that day but I made a bad choice, I even had an emergency antabuse in my purse I should have taken, too many things just sort of took over my head and I let old thinking creep in,really sucks too cuz my sleep was just barely sorting itself out,how dumb I was to do that to myself, hello Lav,Cyn,Dill and Star I hope we all have a great AF Thursday

[SnoopyC]

Good morning all...

Yay, it is Friday!!!! Another beautiful hot summer day, even though it is fall!! Going out to eat tonight in the city, looking forward to something different. Feeling very concerned about the riots, police shootings, just don't get the violence. The debates Monday night should be interesting. Feeling better and better as each AF day adds up. Now I am tackling the food and exercise issues again. But, everything is easier, healthier, gentler, AF.

Pauly, so sorry you drank, know how it feels, not good. The only thing is to start again, get through that difficult day one and two, and start to feel better. It is a progressive disease, so even if AF for a long time, you go right back pretty quickly. I found that even one night of drinking was deadly for me, so focusing on thriving in sobriety. We are here for you for support.

Lav, Dill, and Cyn, hope you find time to stop in today, and that things are OK. Have a great day to all.

[dill]

Hello All, sorry for my absence. I made the same mistake as Pauly and probably for similar reasons. Just feeling really overwhelmed by things at the moment. Anyway, I'm regretful, but can't hit the "undo" button. I'm just going to move forward. I know what to do and I'll do it. I really much prefer AF. I do apologize to all of you for my lapse.

Cyn, Lav, Star, Pauly, let's ALL have an af Friday.

[Lizann]

Morning friends, I stupidly drank on Monday followed by Tuesday it wasn't fun,my body is developing an intolerance to alcohol the more I stay away from it,I really wish I had tried anything else that day but I made a bad choice, I even had an emergency antabuse in my purse I should have taken, too many things just sort of took over my head and I let old thinking creep in,really sucks too cuz my sleep was just barely sorting itself out,how dumb I was to do that to myself, hello Lav,Cyn,Dill and Star I hope we all have a great AF Thursday

Aww Pauly, I am so sorry! Just pick yourself up and keep going! You have been so good. Just think about all that AF time you have under your belt. We're doing this! :hug:

[treegirl]

Hello all -

Just a quick hello from me this morning, I have some very full days coming up.

Dill and Pauly - back on track today, right?! And maybe let's all take some deep breaths and step away from the global drama? It seems all too much too comprehend, and surely adding our personal stress will not help. Let's send ourselves and the rest of the world Love, and keep gratitude front and center! I don't believe that doing this is putting our heads in the sand... I believe that if we change the energy around us for peace and good, that will radiate. It's hard!!! It's hard not to be pulled into all the negativity and stress around us personally and coming at us from everywhere. But with practice, we can do it. Let's keep clear heads and strong hearts!

Lav - so sorry this situation is going on so long - you are showing great resilience, but I hope something gets resolved soon --

Sending everyone good thoughts, big time ---:hug: :hug:

[Lavande]

Good morning friends,

Sorry, I was totally unable to log onto the site yesterday. I actually tried 3 or 4 times.

Pauly & Dill, I am so sorry you are both feeling so overwhelmed right now. Here's a hug for both of you :hug:
I hope you both are feeling stronger today & ready to move forward. We are stronger together, right?

Honestly, things have happened in my life since my quit that would have/should have made me want to self-medicate with a ton of wine. There is only one reason I did not & that's detachment. I just could not keep doing what I had been doing for a decade without harming myself. I did a lot of research & reading on the subject & found the book 'Let go Now: Embracing Detachment' by Karen Casey to be the best resource. Please download a copy of her book & take it to heart :hug:

Hello to Star & Lizann. Great to see you both.
I was in contact with Cyn on Facebook last night, she was unable to log onto this site as well.

Have a peaceful AF day everyone!

Lav

[NoSugar]

Lav, I've got a stressful situation somewhat similar to yours. Sometimes I actually wish they WOULDN'T talk to me, putting me in the middle. Actually, I know the silent treatment you are receiving is worse, but man, it all sure can hurt. Your strength and resilience gives me some. So thank you, NS