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[kanga22]

hey you! still looking for a job - the ones I am seeking and the pay I need arent easy to find. had one job offer and I was qualified and they wanted me BUT it was at a winery....didnt think that would have been a good idea to work there!

but God has a job just for me. just wish He will let that employer know to tell me when I can start work soon!

Am sorry about your situation with your husband. its been several weeks since you posted - has it gotten better? how are you doing?

Norm

Glad to hear that it sounds like you are doing alright. Very good call to turn down work at a winery. I doubt that's the job God had in mind for you. And, yes, I agree that it can be difficult to wait on God's timing.

I've been living in my bad marriage for a year now. I've also been sober now almost a year. Hmm. Funny how those coincide. Dh says I'm not as interesting as a sober person. His loss.

I'll be sober one year on January 15, 2008! PLT

 

[kanga22]

3 months and not a drop this Saturday the 28Th,,,

Great job. One day at a time, right? That's how I've done almost a year - one day at a time. Sometimes if I thought beyond that.....well.....it might have gotten me into trouble.

How are other things in your life? Can you see improvement in other areas of your life because of your good choices?

 

[kanga22]

Wow - this is a long thread...... Maybe I can make it longer.

My sobriety date is November 28, 1984, so I had 23 years last month. In those 23 years, many things have happened - good and bad. It's called life.

Welcome.

I'm sorry about your mom. I'm happy to hear about your decision with your husband. Both are difficult things, I know. 2007 hasn't been a sparkling year for me either - although I've managed to make it my first one sober since I was about 15 years old.

 

[justanobserver]

3 months and not a drop this Saturday the 28Th,,,

OH WOW! thats great! if I had a handful of confetti, i would toss it in the air!

since I dont, I will say PRAISE GOD REAL LOUD!

 

[justanobserver]

Glad to hear that it sounds like you are doing alright. Very good call to turn down work at a winery. I doubt that's the job God had in mind for you. And, yes, I agree that it can be difficult to wait on God's timing.

I've been living in my bad marriage for a year now. I've also been sober now almost a year. Hmm. Funny how those coincide. Dh says I'm not as interesting as a sober person. His loss.

I'll be sober one year on January 15, 2008! PLT

hey you. am waitin for the 15th so I can say HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

am here at the public library for a few and wanted to post a "hey" to all.

got a coupe good job possibles with the county here, one is an interview next week. not a guarantee of a job but at least I am getting this far.

so pray please!

 

[kanga22]

hey you. am waitin for the 15th so I can say HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

am here at the public library for a few and wanted to post a "hey" to all.

got a coupe good job possibles with the county here, one is an interview next week. not a guarantee of a job but at least I am getting this far.

so pray please!

In my prayers.

 

[kanga22]

Here I am, one year later. Today is my one year sober date. Some days I still white-knuckle-it and REALLY want a drink. On those days I tell myself that I can't drink today, but maybe tomorrow. By tomorrow the desire is always gone. And today I do what I've learned helps me to focus on something besides drinking.

My relationship with my husband has changed a lot in the last year. We've been together for 22 years. The last year has been a lot more stable and clear for me without a drop of alcohol in my body. Apparently my husband preferred the unreliable, unpredictable nature of a drunk because he doesn't like me anymore. The thing is...I like myself much more than I ever have before. So, that's what counts.

May God bless you as you walk in sobriety today.

Monica

 

[justanobserver]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MONICA!!!!!

1 yr sobriety!!


WOOOHOOO!!!!

am thrilled! this made my day!!

 

[LoG]

Congratulations Kanga!!

 

[Daylily_Blue]

Well, I get a couple days of sober under my belt and tonight 8-10 drinks...lost count. What's the point...

 

[LoG]

Well, I get a couple days of sober under my belt and tonight 8-10 drinks...lost count. What's the point...

The point is perhaps that willpower will no longer suffice. When people reach that stage of alcoholism, surrender is the key, not more will.

 

[kanga22]

Well, I get a couple days of sober under my belt and tonight 8-10 drinks...lost count. What's the point...

It's time to let the Lord heal you. Abusing alcohol is sin that puts a wall between you and God. He loves you (even when you don't feel it, or love yourself) and does not want you to do that to yourself. He can't have a close and honest personal relationship with you when you are drunk. When you drink you are being dishonest about your feelings and pushing them down instead of walking through them. And I know it's painful to walk through bad feelings and difficulties. But turning to alcohol doesn't make it any easier later, and in the meantime you aren't growing closer to the Lord or building healthy earthly relationships.

I hope you find support. Perhaps an AA meeting?

God Bless,

Monica, a recovering alcoholic

 

[kanga22]

Let Go, Let God
I am healthy and wise, at peace, and open to my good.
Walking through the gently falling snow, I pause to look closely at a snowflake that has landed on my glove. In awe of the beauty of the intricately patterned ice flower, I am reminded of God’s creativity and power. Transformation has taken place as a drop of moisture was released when just the right conditions were present to form a snowflake.
Looking at a single snowflake, it is as if God is speaking to me, reminding me that as I let go and trust my Creator, I, too, am being transformed. I let go and accept healing, guidance, and prosperity. I trust—even in the face of appearances—that conditions are right for the unfoldment of my highest good.
I emerge from this God-moment realizing that I am continually being transformed. I am healthy and wise, at peace and open to even greater good.
“For I will restore health to you.” —Jeremiah 30:17

This message arrived in my email today and I thought it appropriate for this thread. Have a blessed day.

 

[justanobserver]

havent posted here for a bit so bumping this up with a "hey all" and "howz everyone doin"?

 

[Healed_IHS]

Still sober, y tu?

 

[fli]

Hi, I'm Frank i'm an alcoholic. I've been sober since June either 77 or 78. I forgot the date since I don't celebrate birthdays. I just never got into that tradition. In my area we have OA (Overcomers ) which is a Christian based recovery program.

God keeps everyone sober whether you believe in him or not. He sends the rain on the wicked as well as the righteous. He wants people sober so they can make a sober decision about Jesus. Decisions under the influence are no good and a right decision can't be made.

I made a mistake on my dates it was late 70's. at my age my memory is almost gone

 

[kanga22]

Sober for a year and 24 days and doing well. Dealing with a difficult family situation, but hanging in there - going through it instead of trying to get around it.

How's it going Norm? You find a job yet?

Welcome Frank. You stopped drinking about the time I stopped smoking cigs. I had a three pack a day habit and quit in 1988.

 

[meblonde]

well I made it for about 3 and 1/2 months and then I blew it. I have been drinking just about everyday missed one or two for the last 2 months.
Today is another day and ONCE AGAIN I am asking for God's help along with forgivness.

 

[justanobserver]

been a while since I posted here so figger its time to say howdies.

still unemployed but am still sober and still clean and still living for God! some days are better than others but every day is better than what it use to be in the past.

one day at a time. sometimes one minute at a time. as long as its a victory each time.

blessings.

 

[kanga22]

Meblonde, it's been over a month since you posted last - how are you doing? I hope you can forgive yourself for slipping (God does, all we have to do is ask). Forgiving yourself can be very difficult. Ask God to help you forgive yourself so you can move on in this new day! It's a new day, live it like you are starting over. And support of family, friends, AA ppl (whoever you can find) is key too. May God bless you in your walk.

Missed ya Norm! Great to hear that you are clean and sober. I know it's got to be tough to keep your spirits up when you can't find someone who will give you a chance. I'm sorry to hear that you haven't found work yet. Keep at it. God has good plans for you (in His timing). Chin up.