[lizbeth4]

You sound much more positive! It was gpod that you had money tied up and hard to get to. Money can be saved again. I bet your decorations look lovely. Take care.

[lizbeth4]

I’ve learned a lot about jewelry making from watching tutorials. Then I’ve incorporated my ideas into it. It’s fun and I love looking at the finished products and hey, they are originals!!! LOL! Today my Mom and I went to a few small shops in town and then for lunch. I must say that it was one of the most pleasant times I’ve spent with her. We talked and laughed! Nothing heavy. Gambling causes too much chaos in my life!!!! I’m becoming much more responsible with my money also. It feels good.

[lizbeth4]

Home from work. Earlier today, I paid bills, ordered the Grandkids Christmas presents. There is only 1 department store here. Not very many choices. I went grocery shopping and my pantry is full again. I purchased all of the jewelry making materials and only had to order 1 item. I’m very excited about the jewelry and we get started on it soon as the items are Christmas presents. I have a sore throat and runny nose. It’s been very cold here. I’m taking extra vitamin C and drinking hot tea with lemon and honey. It was a good day though. No gambling thoughts or urges!

[lizbeth4]

Home from work. Earlier today, I paid bills, ordered the Grandkids Christmas presents. There is only 1 department store here. Not very many choices. I went grocery shopping and my pantry is full again. I purchased all of the jewelry making materials and only had to order 1 item. I’m very excited about the jewelry and will get started on it soon as the items are Christmas presents. I have a sore throat and runny nose. It’s been very cold here. I’m taking extra vitamin C and drinking hot tea with lemon and honey. It was a good day though. No gambling thoughts or urges!

[lizbeth4]

Woke early! Checked my account and my deposit is there! I’ll be happy when my 3 high interest loans are paid off next year. Remnants of gambling relapses!! A big reminder for me to not GAMBLE! Sometimes I still have to forgive myself gor being so foolish. But it is a lesson learned!

[lizbeth4]

Jen, I stopped eating beef, poultry and pork, 15 months ago. I eat fish and a little dairy. I really think that processed foods are unhealthy. I’m going to try and eat clean during the week and cheat on the weekends in the beginning. I’m making soups, granola, ect… I’m designing a new garden layout for the spring. I have strawberries plants and a peach tree also. I was able to vacumn seal and freeze veggies for this winter   Our farmers market which operates in the spring and summer is awesome. I’ve purchased fresh veggies, honey, vegan spaghetti, ect…there. It can fill the gaps of what I can’t grow. I feel better eating healthy. It’s hard but worth it!! Plus it keeps me busy and out of the casinos!!!

[lizbeth4]

My Christmas tree and decorations are up! Tomorrow is my big payday. Bills will be paid and the Grandkids Christmas presents will be ordered. Doing a little shopping for groceries and jewelry making materials. And i will have money left to save! Thanks to not gambling! Making homemade veggie soup. Thinking about cutting out processed foods and eating clean. That’s going to be hard one but i can do it. Anything is possible!

[lizbeth4]

“If you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change.” Wayne Dyer.

[lizbeth4]

I was reading others threads. I’ve been late on bills . It’s damaged my credit but that can be repaired. That’s why most of my credit cards are on a monthly repayment plan. I’ve been able to keep up with everything because of not gambling. A lot of my debt is from past gambling episodes. I can’t gamble as I become a out of control person. I slept so well last night. I’m doing laundry and then off to the library. Tomorrow the Christmas tree goes up! Can’t believe it’s almost Christmas!!!

[lizbeth4]

It’s hard to go to work at night when it’s so chilly and raining! I bundled myself up and got it done. I have to keep my plans and goals in sight. Starting in January, my work checks will be depisited in my savings for the BIG TRIP! I love saying that!! LOL!! Can’t wait for payday on Monday. I’m purchasing my Grandchildren’s Christmas gifts, jewerly supplies and a few other items. It feels good to be able to splurge a little! Bills will be paid also. Im feeling more responsible. I’ve never been good with money but I’m sticking to my budget and debt repayment plan. I’m already seeing little results. Feeling good.

[lizbeth4]

Such a positive post! Buy some awesome boots! It feels good when we can treat ourselves. Have a great weekend.

[lizbeth4]

As a person who has had a heart attack and has a heart issue which I take medications for, don’t mess around if you are not feelimg well. Go to the Dr’s. You know when something isn’t right. Rest!

[lizbeth4]

Vera, all I can say is that I’m sorry. I’ve been there and I know it’s not a good feeling. You know what to do. You’ve got this! You are not a fool! We are all tempted and sometimes we give in. We have this terrible addiction. God help us all. Take care. It will be okay.

[lizbeth4]

You’re right! Looking back, I’ve come a long way. I am stronger than I thought I was. Gambling can’t be a part of my life! 2019, many debts will be paid off. I will be in the planning stages for my 2020 BIG TRIP! Many things to look forward to. His spirit will travel with me!!!

[lizbeth4]

This has ended up being my PJ’s and movie day until tonight when I work. It’s cold and rainy. Staying warm. Time to think and reflect. Sometimes things feel scary. I’m on my own and must find solutions to any issues that come up. It’s so strange, even over 5 years after Hubbys death to face life without him. I feel that all in all, I’m doing alright. If I don’t feed this addiction anymore, I will be a happy person. So far, no urges or thoughts of gambling. I’ve lost so much of myself to this addiction. I’m not losing anymore!

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