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It is interesting how others always have an opinion on what we should do with our life. I would say do what you are comfortable doing Carole. If you want to spend time with Danny then do it, if that is what you both want. I am wondering why you are not putting up Christmas decorations this year. Although I am not putting them up either as we are going to be away for Christmas. I think when we have our kids in the house growing up it is part of the excitement of Christmas. If my Grandkids lived close to me then I would be excited about doing it. It will be fun to go to Disney with Danny’s Grandkids as you can’t help but get excited when you see the kid’s smiles and joy. I know that I am excited about going to see our grandkids at Christmas as they just get so excited, and it is contagious and you feel so good. I love kids and their innocence and excitement.
We are still working away in our basement and I really lack motivation for the project, however, I do want it done. I just get so impatient as I want it done fast, but when you are doing things yourself you have to be patient. It will be worth it once it is done. I am hoping that it is complete in the spring. It will give us a project in the winter when we are stuck inside with the freezing weather. Although when you work full time, I find that I don’t feel like doing much in the evening.
Take care and keep away from those machines (((Carole))) I know that sometimes I do wish that I could play them, but I also know that it would be the same old story if I put a dollar in them. I know that I have to keep working on myself and my emotions, but I know I also have to be patient with myself. Have a wonderful day!!!!Hi P, I am late for work and don’t have time to read your posts, but wanted to let you know that I am thinking of you. Have a great day Sweet Pea!!!
Wow, that is awesome!!! Yeah 90 days gamble free and you did it one day at a time. It is not easy and you should be so proud of yourself for this achievement. My only “advice” is don’t get complacent and keep working it one day at a time. Don’t test the waters to see if you are “cured” LOL I don’t mean that badly R2C but we always need to keep vigilant with this addiction. You are doing great and keep on doing what you are doing ODAAT is the only way to go!!!
I loved your post on Bettie’s page. It is so true how we look at facts and the reason why something turned out the way it did for someone else. However, when it is us we beat ourselves up and don’t say nice things or thoughts to ourselves. Keep thinking positive that things will work out for you with a job. I believe that it will all happen as it is meant to, but it is so hard to stay positive when we want everything in place. You will find a job that you like and that utilizes your skills. We sometimes have to step back and realize how far we have come. I know that we have to focus on today and for me it is what I have to do. We can look back and get lost on all the things that we did wrong, or we can say, wow I have come a long way since I started recovery!!!! I don’t think I will ever feel totally comfortable/secure about not playing those machines again. That is why I just focus on today as I know that I can get through it!!!
It is truly amazing how we show empathy and concern to others when something has happened to them. We don’t beat them up with the words and thoughts that we say to ourselves in the same situation. It is a challenge to treat ourselves as we deserve to be treated. It will always be a work in progress for many of us. It is interesting when someone says something positive or nice about me I don’t know if I really believe it. When I get a compliment I get embarrassed as I don’t think that way about myself. We have to keep working on it though!!!!!
Bettie you have remember that you are a wonderful caring person who has so much to offer. You reach your targets at work and deserve to be treated well for all the hard work you do. Keep thinking positive thoughts about yourself.Hey Debs, just dropping by to say hi and see how you are doing. I trust now that you are living your new life and enjoying yourself that you are really busy. I am so glad to know that. It is awesome to see how far you have come and I am so proud of you. You really are doing great and keep on going on the new track of life you have carved for yourself!!!
Wow that is awesome about your new boss giving you a big ac—–… I know it is tough to do, but you have to give this new boss a chance, don’t let your old boss spoil things with your new boss. In other words think positive thoughts that your new boss is working with you to help you achieve your goal, so he cant be all bad. I believe it also helps you financially when you reach your goals!!! Lecture over LOL
I am sorry that you are having health problems, but glad that it ended up that you don’t need to take time off work as I know that would cause you major stress.
You are not old Bettie you have a very young spirit and let it shine through!!!! I know it is tough some days to be positive when all the negative stuff is happening, but if we can start looking at the positive it does help. I know that some days I get up and feel blah and then I speak to myself, sometimes in my head and sometimes out loud, and tell myself to —– my blessings!!! I make sure when I speak to myself out loud that here is no one around LOL!!!! I don’t want to be taken away and locked up:) Have an awesome day young lady!!!Sweet Pea I am sorry that you had a bad sleep. I can relate to the feeling of having to drag my butt after not sleeping well. You feel terrible, but you have to still go to work, and you struggle to get through the day as all you want to do is sleep. The joys of life at times is not really a joy at all LOL I hope you had a better sleep last night, and that you are ready to face the world today. You are doing great and just keep posting. It is one day at a time that we get through this. It is strange how one day we feel wonderful and the next we feel blah, but we know we can get through the blah day if we take it one day at a time. Enjoy your coffee and think yourself lucky that you have nice weather. We are now completely covered in snow here, and the temperature has been at -17C already. Brrr it is cold. Have a good one!!!!
Liz it is great to read your posts and see how far you have come. You are thinking and planning for the future with your move. You are talking about joining a gym and volunteering one day a week. I think you would enjoy volunteering with something to do with kids. You always enjoy your grandson so much. I love being around kids as they make you smile and their excitement is contagious, and you cant help but be happy around them. There are a couple of things that I would love to volunteer at and they are, the hospital holding and hugging preemie babies, and with kids reading to them. I am hoping to retire in 2015 so we will see how I feel then. You are doing amazing. Have a wonderful day and enjoy the love and feelings that your grandson brings you!!!!
Liz you really sound more content and happy when you are describing what is going on around your new home. The fact that you have already met your nearest neighbours is great. It sounds as if they are considerate as well, the fact that they swept your driveway before you moved. I am so happy to hear that you are feeling more content. You are going to be busy back and forward until May, but that is okay as it will be a transition period for you. When is your daughter’s business opening? I am just so happy for you that you are moving forward with your life. You really are handling everything so well, and taking things as they come. Have a wonderful time with your Grandson this weekend. I am sure that he will be excited that you are staying with him!!!