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Good morning to you all. After MANY long hours of contemplation, talking with old & new friends I have had a change of heart about leaving MIP. It's been a very long few days. Neither the decision to leave or remain has come lightly and w/o serious consideration.
But I have decided that instead of turning tail & running I would hit things head on. Nothing changes if nothing changes. John had some wise arguments for me staying. Jerry as always that kind gentle wind behind my back blowing me in the right direction. Don't underestimate all of your posts supporting me in one way or the other.
I intend to be part of the positive change. A change that was so blantantly obvious in the business meeting last night. It's been a long time since I've seen the room so full. There was open discussion, some opposition, but mostly it reminded me of the MIP that first drew me here. That was inspiring.
Come May 1, I have offered my services to become a moderator on this board. It is something that I have wanted to do for a long time. I waited because I wanted my head and heart to be in the right place. I wanted to not only help keep this board safe, but be able to offer my support. Something is telling me the time is right. I'm waiting till May because we're getting ready for inventory at work. Thas a huge drain on my brain. I also want to go back and do some more Alanon reading as well as things outside CAL so I can be a well informed moderator. So you're stuck with me.
With much love and gratitude for all of your love and support. Love and blessings to you and your families. Kiss all the critters too (just not the frogs - )!
Live strong, Karilynn & Pipers Kitty
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What a nice way to start my Monday morning. I can't think of a nicer person to be stuck with. Your ES&H has meant so much to me during the three years I have been a member of MIP, not to mention your humor that always brings smiles to my face.
I'm going to give you a big hug, and then you give Pipers Kitty a hug from me!!!
awesome post so glad for your change of heart and it was your inspiration that lead to the changes made in last nights meeting so I thank you for that Blessing to you
(((((Karilynn))))) Maybe your mind left for a while but your heart remained. That reminded me of one of the more recent HP to Jerry F lessons. "Love is the absense of Fear". I can lay that lesson right over this event and find it justified. I've had those moments and am currently in one with the exception of fear. Fear is an option if I choose to not react and then I can pull away and stand off a bit and ask myself "what is really going on here?" After that happens I ask my HP, "Is there anything here you see that I might help with?" or "what is it that you want me to do in this?" It is very supportive that you have also done this and arrived at the place you were moving away from. HP is more cunning, powerful and baffling if I take the time to ask, listen and then follow thru. In the Hawaiian Culture I believe that all things have spirit including rocks. It is most natural having come to know you and be supported by you and supportive of you that I had arrived at Karilynn being both rock in the foundation of MIP and it's progress with miracles and spirit within the spirit of recovery from the devestating affects of alcoholism on our lives.
Whatever decision you made would have been easily accepted; you are responsible. That you made the decision to stay and be apart of this support life is most easily received. Always in support. (((((Karilynn)))))
Hey Lady... Sorry I missed all the ups & Downs of this, however, I want you to know that NOTHING makes me happier to know that you and Pipperskitty are stickin around ;) You are an inspiration to this board & what it stands for, and I am sure you will be a Wonderful Moderator...
Will continue to keep you in my daily prayers... Love & Hugs to you...
Just wanted to echo what others have said here. Very glad you have decided to stay. You have certainly been a great source of help and solace to me since I have been posting here - so thank you for being here and for caring. Tish xx
AWESOME......YOU ROCK and so very glad that you've made a decision to be part of the solution! That's my goals for today - be part of the solution vs. part of the problem!
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Practice the PAUSE...Pause before judging. Pause before assuming. Pause before accusing. Pause whenever you are about to react harshly and you will avoid doing and saying things you will later regret. ~~~~ Lori Deschene
Excellent dear one! I am glad you have made this choice, and I know you will be among the best moderators ever. Who knows? I may even attend your meetings...Ready for that?
My very best to you and Pipers Kitty.
With great love,
Diva
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