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CJ


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a small list of thanks to my HP


Thank you HP for:
-A warm house, most all conveniences of life, my health, my ability to choose my path
-My friends and support group, these amazing people on this board and alanon, those that choose to stand by me in need and in sincerety of love and care
-My family, for those that choose to love me unconditionally
-My ability to learn and understand, to be able to choose to let my HP in and be a beacon
-My ability to look in the mirror and be happy, worthy, and like this person staring back at me
-And finally, thank you God, for my brothers and sisters in the military, doing yeoman's work, building hope and security, with risk of death and injury, away from their loved ones, not because they choose to be their, but because they took an oath to uphold ideals, morals, and values that defines our nation


Bless you all in your days ahead


love
cj



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CJ


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yes, a little preachy, but hey, that's what happens when you become a meloncholyflour.


 



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My sweet program friend, one thing I have learned here in this program is that gratitude belongs to me. I get to be grateful for what I choose. If I want to be grateful for eggs - then I can smile and be grateful for eggs. Thank you for sharing your gratitude list, reminds me to always keep in focus what joys I have so as to expand even further in seeking joy.

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Thanks ((((((((((CJ))))))))))) for the reminder to look for things in our lives for which to be thankful.


I am thankful for many things, and sometimes (no, most times, lol) I have a hard time seeing these blessings. 


Have a great New Year, my Alanon friend!


Kathi



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((CJ))
I was just thinking about this today.

Sure, I'd love to still be with my husband (the man I knew before he let alcohol and cocaine ruin his life)... I'd rather not be alone... I'd rather still be living in my house that I love...

However, I'm very lucky to have a great family and amazing friends. I'm very lucky to have a mom that is willing to take me and my 2 dogs in to live with her. I'm very lucky to be safe, warm, and loved. I have a car and a job, and I have good health.

When I look at that way... I guess I'm pretty lucky overall.
Take care of you!
Artygirl.

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i don't feel very grateful at the moment.


i am letting His behavior get to me.


just reading about your gratitude makes me feel grateful for all of you.


blessings,


jewely



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Dear CJ,


thanks for your post -- I was thinking that I need to start journaling and start writing daily what I am grateful for...


so, since you got the ball rolling, here is my list today:


I am grateful for a counselor who squeezed me in today, the day after Christmas.


I am grateful for my 2 year old's health and his infectious laughter and loving hugs and pats.


I am grateful for my husband who will help with dinner and change an explosive diaper.


I am grateful for my 7 year old who thinks I'm the best mother a boy could have and tells me so.


I am grateful for loving friends who love me for me.


I am grateful for the Patient, Enduring, Loyal  love and care of my Higher Power, God, who meets my every need each and every day.


 


hugs,


Lee Ann



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