November Nurturing - Week 4

[Lavande]

November Nurturing - Week 4

Happy Thanksgiving to all my wonderful friends!
Wishing everyone a wonderful AF day & the strength to not eat too much :H:H

Be careful on the roads :l
Lav

[Rusty]

November Nurturing - Week 4

Well, I can't top all these Thanksgiving greetings because I STILL don't know how to use Photobucket (I am sooo sorry P3 and Dill, I scrolled through your posts to find the directions you gave me and I can't find them. Dill, I loved your dancing Turkey, and P3, I love your cartoon wishes.

Happy Thanksgiving to all of you here....no matter what part of the world you live in...I'm grateful for all of you!:h

Dill, your meal sounds phenomenal. I love sweet potatoes, and so does my mother...but unfortunately, we're the only ones in the family who do like them so they will not be part of our meal tonight.

Rebirth-congratulations on your weight loss and for being so fit!:goodjob: You will look smashing in that little black holiday dress. Then you'll have to change your avatar to a pic of you in that dress of a swimsuit shot. No wait, that won't work....it'll blow any chance that I might have with Mr. G:H I must get that kickboxing DVD. You're the 3rd person I've talked with who swears by its effectiveness.

PA-I'm so glad you and your family enjoy holiday gatherings....it sounds like a delightful day.

To Sped and LBH, and Cyn, I miss you....and hope you will have a joyous Thanksgiving.

Rustop-since you're husband is American, do you celebrate Thanksgiving?

Sooty-is it a work day or a play day for you and your family?

A warm Thanksgiving wish to Lav, SD, Raven, Bear, Gaia, and anyone I may have missed...have a peaceful AF day!

[papmom3]

November Nurturing - Week 4

hey Rusty-here's my secret for inserting photo's into MWO posts: I google what I want to find-select images and choose an image. I right click and select copy then I paste. If I want it bigger, I double click on the image and then right click/copy on what comes up. Now, if I want to insert a pic that's I've taken, I have to download to photoshop first then copy and paste the IMG code that shows up when you select the "share" option. My EVO automatically downloads any pic I take to photobucket because I downloaded the mobile PB app and selected that option. Try it with your new smart phone!!

[Chillgirl]

November Nurturing - Week 4

:yourespecial:HAPPY THANKS GIVING :thanks:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bOqyygAQSX0[/video]]YouTube - Andrew Gold - Thank You For Being A Friend

I hope you are all having wonderful sober thanks giving, Im very grateful to know you all.

Im not working today and have been flat out cleaning the house, I even emptied the shoes at the bottom of the wardrobe and rearranged them neatly! Im off now for a long dog walk.

Star - Wonderful that you are feeling well again. Thank you so much for your kind words, im getting better at accepting the thinks I cannot change. My belief in a bigger picture gives me huge comfort as does my trust in God.

Papmom - I do voice feelings here that I dont share with physical friends i guess its me thinking out loud and thats what is so wonderful about having this place to vent. I love you all dearly.

Dill - I want what you are having!

Lav - Wishing your Son a wonderful thanks giving Birthday! :bday3:

Rusty - does this mean your back in the competition?!

Rusty;1010531 wrote:
Then you'll have to change your avatar to a pic of you in that dress of a swimsuit shot. No wait, that won't work....it'll blow any chance that I might have with Mr. G:H

[papmom3]

November Nurturing - Week 4

thanks Chill-that video was awesome! I don't think I've ever heard the full version before and I certainly never knew who wrote it. It's wonderful!

I'm glad you are feeling better-isn't decluttering theraputic?? You go girl! Enjoy you walk. I'm going to head out myself for a nice long one with the doggies. Going to put my new parka to the test as it's pretty cold today. Jackets for all pups!!

Star-so glad you're feeling better and will really be able to enjoy the feast today!!

[ladybirdheart]

November Nurturing - Week 4

Been up for a while continuing on with the Thanksgiving Day preparations; I like it when I can move slowly and not get all excited. It's quite cold outside with a dusting of snow, and tonight the temperature will dip to 15F. Last night I roasted a beautiful butternut squash and made bread. I am relaxing for now with coffee and wanted to give thanks to my fellow November buddies and all at MWO, you initially made having an addiction not so awful, now I am often even having some fun putting it in the greater perspective of our lives. I shall be thinking of all of you who have the sad and bittersweet parts of these days and holidays. I know that I easily tear up now when something reminds me of a person, a pet, a dream I have lost. The difference with being sober is that the space that is left behind has changed. It is almost like I can enter it, live there quietly, rather than recoil in fear or despair. I don?t know what in the world I am trying to say exactly but even loss can be oddly peaceful when I can hold on to it fully and not start trying to make it go away with sheer will or booze.

Happy Thanksgiving and happy all harvest celebrations everywhere. Off to make a non traditional one: green chile, smoked turkey, sprouted corn enchiladas; bonito beans; acorn squash with clementines, avocado, and cilantro pesto; and an apple galette. Lord Bird Heart and I have a selection of drinks for ourselves including cold mint tea, sparkling cider, and AF beer, but our guests will not be comfortable without alcohol so there will be a traditional cocktail hour and canap?s. I asked them to bring what they wanted ?we no longer have a fully stocked bar? but one difficult woman insisted that I select (purchase) a wine for her husband (I nearly burst out laughing it was so weird). Sorry to keep blithering on so long, it felt good. I love you, Ladybird.

[spedteach]

November Nurturing - Week 4

Hey Happy Thanksgiving everybody,
I am here by myself. Everyone in my immediate family is celebrating in California. My sister left early yesterday because of bad weather predictions. It snowed here last night. Wonderful to wake up to snow. My sister and I had some conflict. She thought it was perfectly reasonable for my friends to remove their al from their house when I am dog/house sitting. I can not remember the last Thanksgiving I've spent on my own but cozzied up in my bed with kitties, tea and laptop, I'm feeling pretty damn happy.

SD, we should have a contest..coldest weather and girl, I bet you would win. I always think of SD/ND as the coldest part of the US. And if you are not comfortable with your dad, don't go there. Hey, feel like a trip to NM?

Star, hope you are feeling better. Glad you took that day off. When you talk about cooking I feel like I am in your kitchen with you. And spic and span, didn't that used to be a cleaning product?

Dill, so happy you have your kids with you for Thanksgiving. It's hard to have them far away isn't it?

Lav, are you okay? understand the anger that goes along with the end of a marriage. Don't quite understand where mine is at right now. He seems very loving, caring. Guess I'll have to figure out how I feel about him.
Chill, are you still married? Is it hard to go back to work after many years of not working.

LBH, wonderful lunch at Model Pharmacy yesterday. Guys, this is one of our favorite places to eat, old drug store fountain style. Grilled tomato and cheddar sandwiches, fabulous chicken salad.

Pap, John, Happy Turkey Day.

Sooty, Rustop. do they celebrate anything similar to Thanksgiving in GB?

Cyn, did AZ get snow, nothing like snow in the desert!!

Later guys, love you all so much.

PS, Rusty we must meet. Did I forget anyone?? Mr. G?

[sdlovespackers]

November Nurturing - Week 4

Good Morning!
I've gotta get ready here to go over to my mom's for Thanksgiving....I'm not sure, it may just be her and my step dad, me and my son...the family from ND might not be able to make it even though it's only 40 miles away....the weather is nasty out....bitter cold!!! And so windy!! That's what makes it hurt so bad to step outside....takes your breath away!!!
Sped--don't temp me!!! You know if I didn't have to hold down a job...I might be typing this in the car heading south!! :H

Chill--I completely understand the feelings you have about your marriage...I too get those about mine...especially when he and I for the most part get along so well. We even "got back together" two summers ago....that was SUPER hard...talk about dredging up old hurt feelings....but it didn't take long for me to remember why we weren't married....we are just better off as friends....I think because I want something more so badly (to be married and have more kids) it makes it even harder. I have to trust God has a plan...I'm thinking since it's taking so long to find Mr. Right....God is making him xtra special for me!!!:H

Everyone's menus sound so wonderful!!!! We're pretty traditional...turkey, stuffing, mashed spuds....ect.....I'm in charge of buns....wow....pretty sure I can handle that!

P3--Happy Birthday to You!!!!

I will check back in after din-din!! Hope everyone has a wonderful Thanksgiving Day!!!!!!!
SD:l

[Lavande]

November Nurturing - Week 4

Taking the turkey out of the oven in about 30 minutes then I'll be on the way to my son's house. I still can't believe that kid turns 30 today!!!! How old does that make me? Does this mean I can't be 29 anymore????

All is well & would be even better if YB forgets to show up for dinner :H:H

Enjoy your day

[Rusty]

November Nurturing - Week 4

Happy Thanksgiving Afternoon Friends,

I'm at my mom's and I am helping her with some computer issues.

Sped-I am so sorry you are alone on Thanksgiving.:upset: It sounds like you're having a peaceful and relaxing day....not having to worry about being with relatives you can't stand...like my 3 closest friends....all of whom would have given their eye teeth to go out for Thanksgiving dinner with their husbands and children, away from nasty mothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, etc. Regarding your sister's response that your friends had every right to remove AL from the house....they probably did think they were doing you a favor....if they hadn't, they might have thought you would be upset for leaving booze that was way too accessible. Like I said, if I had been your friend, I would have asked YOU first, because you were doing them a big favor by dog/housesitting. I'm glad you didn't go to their house for dinner. Brave and independent soul you are....my kind of woman and friend.

Ladybird-the gall of that woman to ask you to buy her husband a bottle of something he would enjoy. What a boor! She obviously missed that day in school when the teacher was talking about manners. Here's an idea for you....tell her you'll buy him a bottle of Boone's Farm. For our younger members here, Boone's Farm was what the poorest kids in my college freshman dorm drank because it was the only thing they could afford....it was $1 a bottle back in 1979. I've never tasted it but I hear it's nasty....and guess what, it's only a $1.50 now!:H

I hear my mom calling me....I'll be back later!

[Guitarista]

November Nurturing - Week 4

Happy Thanksgiving all!

Sped, hope you're having a beaut day.

[rebirth]

November Nurturing - Week 4

Happy friday all! Bet alot of people have woken up BLOATED!
Not me! I have lost another pound. YEEEEEHAAAWWW. giggle
I have not had sugar for a week and a half and I dont even crave it!! I think that the more sugar you eat, the more you want it.

[rustop61]

November Nurturing - Week 4

Good morning everyone

Belated Happy Thanksgiving day to all of you in the US. I had problems with my broadband yesterday. I think it was Rusty who asked if we celebrated it and I'm afraid we dont. Hubby left US when he was about 10 and they did not keep up the tradition. Christmas is the big holiday here and everything closes for at least a week. Mind you this Christmas will be a hard one for a lot of people.

Well done on the weight loss Rebirth. I seem to go on sugar binges every so often, I think it is hormonal. We are all much better off without it.

Very cold here at the moment. Some snow promised which is early for us but I dont think there will be much.

Hope everyone has a great week-end.

Rustop

[Stargazerlily]

November Nurturing - Week 4

Good morning all.

Rebirth, yes I feel bloated today, but do not regret one delicious bite of food. I threw the leftover dressing out as I knew I would continue eating it and it is so wonderful/bad for me at the same time. You are so strong, your eye focused on the goal of that dress. Back to good healthy eating today for me. Good to hear your business has picked up.

Black Friday here in the states. I was looking at the ads yesterday and started getting all caught up in the materialism, then came to my senses. I have so much STUFF. The ads on TV and the radio, newspaper, it is relentless. You have to work to keep it in perspective, we do not need more things to be happy, fulfilled, whatever. The pressure is just nonstop. That is what ruins the Christmas season for me, the pressure of gifts. I need to look into doing something for someone else to get my head on straight.

Thanksgiving was peaceful, relaxed, filled with good food and rest. We put up our Christmas tree in the later afternoon, and the lights are just wonderful. I have so many decorations accumulated from over twenty years. It was nice to have my son around to help as he has not been here for the last few years. We remembered the past and laughed about how he and his sister would get so excited about every little detail. It was fun to remember. Memories are so wonderful.

Sped, true peace is the ability to be comfortable when alone and you seem to have found that peace. Sorry you and your sister had conflict. Continue doing what is right for you.

LBH, nice to hear from you, and again, such cool recipes. I'm sure you told your guest you were rushing out to get that special bottle of wine for her husband. How silly of her. How did you decide to handle that situation? I am always interested in managing difficult people, as I continue to work closely with a person who is a bully, to me only.

Back to work today, I am so happy to be feeling better, not 100%, but so much better. Wish I had taken the day off.

Will check in later, have a great AF day.

[dill]

November Nurturing - Week 4

Good Morning Nurturers!

And for me, it is a morning starting out with feelings and thoughts of gratitude. I had a wonderful family Thanksgiving like we used to have years ago with all of us together for the Thanksgiving meal. We went around the table and each of us told what we were most thankful for in our lives. We set aside all our conflicts and troubles for the day and focused on the positive, laughter, memories and future plans.

This morning I was the first one up, as is usual. As I walked down our staircase from the bedrooms to the first floor I took a moment to look at my silhouette on the wall walking with me. So many times in the past I looked at it in shame because dangling from my hand would be the silhouette of an empty wine bottle. What wasn't visible in the silhouette was the hangover, shame, guilt, and anxiety. I remember one time when I first joined MWO I drew myself a sketch of a haggard figure in a robe and slippers with a wine bottle dangling from the hand and I carried it with me as a deterrent. I wish I could say it did the trick, but it didn't completely. It did help though and was one more step in my journey to my way out. This morning the silhouette held nothing in its hand and she and I were hangover free and grateful.

Rebirth, I agree with your statement about sugar. It is very addictive, just like alcohol. Both are sugars, actually. Once you get a taste of either, you just want MORE!!

Star, I am so glad you had a quiet and peaceful Thanksgiving Day. It sounds like a Nurturing Thanksgiving! Do you always put your tree up on Thanksgiving Day? We usually wait until a week or so before Christmas, but maybe this year we'll put it up early while the kids are in town. Living in New Orleans, it's hard to get in the spirit. It's a crisp and blustery 25 degrees here today and snow has been mentioned in the forecast. Could be a good day for putting up a Christmas tree!

Rustop, I have been following along with the economic troubles of Ireland in the news. Are your unemployment numbers sky high like here in the US? This will be a hard Christmas for many here in the States, but it will be the 3rd one in a row. Keep warm!

Greetings LBH, G, Pap, Rusty, Cyn, SD, Chill, Sped, Lav, Paguy, Raven, Choochie. Hope you all had wonderful Thanksgivings. And Sooty, I hope you had a great AF Thursday!