Hellooo Everyone,
It's been awhile since I last posted, mainly because I've got so many things goin' on in my mind right now. I'm currently looking for a part time job, getting everything (almost) straight before the kids come in June, and focusing on my job. Hmmm, what's missing? Ah yes, my program. I have to admit I've been slacking off on my daily meditations as of late. Boy, do I notice a difference. I feel so stuck in neutral. Nothing to motivate or encourage me. I've shut the #1 things out of my life and I'm hurting for it. I don't know why I do it, complacency I guess. Whatever it is, it's not a good excuse. So it looks like I have to take the pledge again. I MUST pray, I MUST meditate, I MUST listen to that inner voice, and I MUST surrender. All those things in my head? That's the problem, they're in my head. "Lord, clear my mind of the worries that are burdening me. Remind me that You have all the answers and that all I have to do is trust You".
{Note of Inspiration: The Cross - God's answer to sin; our way to freedom!}
{Passage of Praise: It is by grace you have been saved. ~ EPHESIANS 2:5}
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
Saturday, March 14, 2009
A Little Out Of Whack
Hellooo Everyone,
Well I completed my first week on the night shift. Talk about a change of pace and a change of routine. The main thing I had to get used and still adjusting to is the different sleep pattern. I'm losing track of days and I must say that I'm a little off kilt. BUT, I do like the challenge of the job and the change of atmoshere.
That's what great about recovery. I've accepted a challenge and a change in my life. And I'm OK with it. No way could I have been that accepting in the past. I understand that alot of responsibility has placed upon my shoulders but I welcome it instead of running away from it. The program of AA has taught me to be confident and trust that God has brought me to it and He'll get me thru it. No fear.
I'm still a little out of whack but that's how transitions are. I know it will get better as I keep moving forward, that's the main thing, keep moving forward.
Until next time, God Bless.
{Note of Inspiration: Jesus. Others. You. ~ J.O.Y.}
{Passage of Praise: The joy of the Lord is your strength. ~ NEHEMIAH 8:10}
Well I completed my first week on the night shift. Talk about a change of pace and a change of routine. The main thing I had to get used and still adjusting to is the different sleep pattern. I'm losing track of days and I must say that I'm a little off kilt. BUT, I do like the challenge of the job and the change of atmoshere.
That's what great about recovery. I've accepted a challenge and a change in my life. And I'm OK with it. No way could I have been that accepting in the past. I understand that alot of responsibility has placed upon my shoulders but I welcome it instead of running away from it. The program of AA has taught me to be confident and trust that God has brought me to it and He'll get me thru it. No fear.
I'm still a little out of whack but that's how transitions are. I know it will get better as I keep moving forward, that's the main thing, keep moving forward.
Until next time, God Bless.
{Note of Inspiration: Jesus. Others. You. ~ J.O.Y.}
{Passage of Praise: The joy of the Lord is your strength. ~ NEHEMIAH 8:10}
Saturday, March 7, 2009
A Feeling of Trust
Hellooo Everyone,
A little while back I was whining to my boss about the night shift at work. A confrontation occurred as a result ('A Little Confrontation' 2-24). The same problems have been reoccurring. Well, Thursday, out of the blue, my boss asked me if I'd be willing to go to nights for 2 months to straighten things out. Without hesitation, I agreed. In the past, I would've panicked because I didn't think I could do it. Nowadays, I have more confidence in myself thanks to AA and God. Alot of people 'talk the talk' but don't back it up with action. I knew that I had to show my boss that I could be trusted and that he can have confidence in me. It must've paid off. PATIENCE.
Thursday was an amazing day. First the 'work' thing, then came the relief of finding a day care. On the first try!!! I was prepared to call all over the county to find the right day care for my 5 & 6 yr. olds. Well, the Lord blessed me with the first one I contacted. I had an interview with the day care Thurs. night and was overly impressed. Sad to say, I was more worried about the cost than anything else. To my surprise, it's very reasonable. Y'know, in the early stages of my recovery, I kept hearing people talk about miracles, rewards, and gifts and working a program in order to receive them. Well, I must be working mine because the last 3 days have been so miraculous, rewarding, and giving to me. FAITH.
{Note of Inspiration: Be a mover and a shaker - confident and bold in prayer.}
{Daily Passage: After they prayed, the place where they were meeting was shaken. ~ ACTS 4:31}
A little while back I was whining to my boss about the night shift at work. A confrontation occurred as a result ('A Little Confrontation' 2-24). The same problems have been reoccurring. Well, Thursday, out of the blue, my boss asked me if I'd be willing to go to nights for 2 months to straighten things out. Without hesitation, I agreed. In the past, I would've panicked because I didn't think I could do it. Nowadays, I have more confidence in myself thanks to AA and God. Alot of people 'talk the talk' but don't back it up with action. I knew that I had to show my boss that I could be trusted and that he can have confidence in me. It must've paid off. PATIENCE.
Thursday was an amazing day. First the 'work' thing, then came the relief of finding a day care. On the first try!!! I was prepared to call all over the county to find the right day care for my 5 & 6 yr. olds. Well, the Lord blessed me with the first one I contacted. I had an interview with the day care Thurs. night and was overly impressed. Sad to say, I was more worried about the cost than anything else. To my surprise, it's very reasonable. Y'know, in the early stages of my recovery, I kept hearing people talk about miracles, rewards, and gifts and working a program in order to receive them. Well, I must be working mine because the last 3 days have been so miraculous, rewarding, and giving to me. FAITH.
{Note of Inspiration: Be a mover and a shaker - confident and bold in prayer.}
{Daily Passage: After they prayed, the place where they were meeting was shaken. ~ ACTS 4:31}
Tuesday, March 3, 2009
Puzzled Life
Hellooo Everyone,
When I find myself wasting too much time, like being on the computer or watching too much TV, I like to pass the time by putting puzzles together. It's something I've always loved to do since I was a kid. I find it relaxing and rewarding. I also find it very similar to my recovery. At first my life was like the puzzle, strewn all over the table, in pieces. I had to start to put my life together in order to feel whole. But I had to be patient. I started with a piece here and there. As I continued, it seemed to get a little easier, the picture began to take shape and I felt good about it. Every day I kept working on it, making progress (sometimes quickly, sometimes slowly). Eventually, the day came when I finally completed it. I was very proud of my accomplishment. I would display it for days, admiring it everytime I walked by. So now what? How long do I just let it sit there? Not too long, I've noticed. When it's finished, that's it. No more pieces to fit together, no more challenges. Ah, but there IS something I can do. I can start the next puzzle of my life. I can't let it sit idle, I must keep moving on to the next challenge, otherwise I get too lazy and complacent. My kids enjoy helping me put puzzles together. When I think about it, they are the most important pieces of my life puzzle, along with the program and God (the Centerpiece).
Until next time, God Bless.
{Note of Inspiration: In Christian service, giving is more than just a word. It's a way of life. Share your time, talent, and treasure.}
{Freely you have received, freely give. ~ MATTHEW 10:8}
When I find myself wasting too much time, like being on the computer or watching too much TV, I like to pass the time by putting puzzles together. It's something I've always loved to do since I was a kid. I find it relaxing and rewarding. I also find it very similar to my recovery. At first my life was like the puzzle, strewn all over the table, in pieces. I had to start to put my life together in order to feel whole. But I had to be patient. I started with a piece here and there. As I continued, it seemed to get a little easier, the picture began to take shape and I felt good about it. Every day I kept working on it, making progress (sometimes quickly, sometimes slowly). Eventually, the day came when I finally completed it. I was very proud of my accomplishment. I would display it for days, admiring it everytime I walked by. So now what? How long do I just let it sit there? Not too long, I've noticed. When it's finished, that's it. No more pieces to fit together, no more challenges. Ah, but there IS something I can do. I can start the next puzzle of my life. I can't let it sit idle, I must keep moving on to the next challenge, otherwise I get too lazy and complacent. My kids enjoy helping me put puzzles together. When I think about it, they are the most important pieces of my life puzzle, along with the program and God (the Centerpiece).
Until next time, God Bless.
{Note of Inspiration: In Christian service, giving is more than just a word. It's a way of life. Share your time, talent, and treasure.}
{Freely you have received, freely give. ~ MATTHEW 10:8}
Sunday, March 1, 2009
A Suggestion
Hellooo Everyone,
Say, I have a suggestion to make. I don't know if anyone has ever heard of Jennifer Rothschild or not, but I strongly encourage you to check out her website. She became legally blind when she was a teenager, but managed to become a best selling author, pianist, singer, speaker, and also a loving wife and mother of two. I've read one of her books entitled: Lessons I've Learned In The Dark. It is extremely inspirational and uplifting. It's not about recovery but it's about overcoming the tough obstacles in our lives. Her website is http://www.jenniferrothschild.com/. There are ways to purchase her books, CD's, and check out her blog, which can be seen at the bottom of every page of this blog.
Until next time, God Bless.
{Note of Inspiration: Help me to do my common tasks today in an uncommon way, filled with the Holy Spirit.}
{Your labor in the LORD is not in vain. ~ 1 CORINTHIANS 15:58}
Say, I have a suggestion to make. I don't know if anyone has ever heard of Jennifer Rothschild or not, but I strongly encourage you to check out her website. She became legally blind when she was a teenager, but managed to become a best selling author, pianist, singer, speaker, and also a loving wife and mother of two. I've read one of her books entitled: Lessons I've Learned In The Dark. It is extremely inspirational and uplifting. It's not about recovery but it's about overcoming the tough obstacles in our lives. Her website is http://www.jenniferrothschild.com/. There are ways to purchase her books, CD's, and check out her blog, which can be seen at the bottom of every page of this blog.
Until next time, God Bless.
{Note of Inspiration: Help me to do my common tasks today in an uncommon way, filled with the Holy Spirit.}
{Your labor in the LORD is not in vain. ~ 1 CORINTHIANS 15:58}
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