Daily Gratitude, The Air Of Recovery #8 🪷

Today I’m grateful for:

~Finding my first flower in the yard last night. Yay spring! :heart_eyes:
~Consistency
~Technology allowing me to connect with family and friends
~Electricity
~Dr Bob & Bill W
~Appreciating history much more than I used to
~The stars
~My car
~Furry friends
~Being mindful of not absorbing or owning other people’s energies
~FRIDAY! Wahooooo!

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I’m grateful for cat smoochies on the kitchen island first thing in the morning.

I’m grateful I caught a glimpse of a big white rose out my window as I was reaching for my blanket and stopped to admire its beauty.

I’m grateful for Alice and coffee time together.

I’m grateful to look over and see Benson looking at me adoringly.

I’m grateful to be home with my family.

I’m grateful wifey and I enjoyed Celtics City together last night. I’m grateful for our Larry Bird years together going to games and enjoying watching it.

I’m grateful for family videos. I’m grateful the kids shared Norma’s first pageant with us. Too freaking cute :smiling_face_with_three_hearts:

I’m grateful I finished my book and started another one by a different author. I’m grateful the book by the author I wanted to read isn’t out yet so I got this other one I can try and I can continue looking forward to the Carl Hiaasen book in May. I’m grateful I’m reading at night again.

I’m grateful I can put my morning mantra music on again without crying about Maverick. I’m still sad and miss him dearly as it gets a little easier every day. And less tears. I’m grateful for the 3 cats I still have Alice Beatrix and Daisy and of course Benson dog. But the house just seems so empty without Mr. Trotter (Mavy :kissing_cat:)

:folded_hands:t2::yellow_heart::blue_heart:

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Friday gratitude.
Today I’m grateful for

  • the new washer/dryer was delivered, the first 2 rounds of laundry are drying.
  • was uo very early and got the day started well
  • cat time. today was a lot dog time and I enjoy cat time in bed.
  • training opportunity for dog
  • nice neighbours who support me with above
  • parcel delivery
  • getting errands done
  • skipping things when I’m too tired
  • avocados
  • murdering ticks is easy going. i hate those pests.
  • rain. nature needs it, I want to burry my grassland under green concrete, I fucking hate mowing.
  • Can’t keep my eyes open, nighty night dear folks. ODAAT :folded_hands:
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OMG! I bet that was too adorable :heart: So grateful that you were able to see parts of the pageant!

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I’m grateful for another day sober
I’m grateful I got to enjoy my coffee in peace this morning
I’m grateful for another productive day at work
I’m even more grateful for the time and a half plus stat I get paid for my productive day at work
Im grateful it wasn’t as rainy as they said it would be today and was sunny for a bit too
I’m grateful to have had dinner with my family
I’m grateful to have gotten a good start on the necessary “the people are coming!!” housework
I’m grateful for hot showers
Im grateful for the online meetings that I’m starting to give another shot
Im grateful to be lucky enough to get the chance to try to live a sober life because so many do not

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Grateful for:
211 days alcohol and hangover free
A positive shift in my mood
Willingness and honesty
My cute little fur angels
ODAAT
My sister and my dad
My sig other
A nice meal planned for Easter
Time to relax during this long weekend
Spring/signs of growth
Having what I need
This community :heart:

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I am grateful for a lovely day out with my cousin and her daughter. We went for a boat ride, a long walk and dinner after. I am grateful we are curious enough to order the most unusual dishes on the menu. Not gonna repeat the deep fried pickles experiment, but it was fun trying. Grateful for the tender heart to heart talks we always have.

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Good morning to all of you! It is early Saturday morning here in Wisconsin and the birds are singing!

I’m grateful to be alive and healthy.

I’m grateful to be sober and making progress in my recovery.

I’m grateful to have had the day off of work yesterday and get a head start on my weekend activities.

I’m grateful for my garden. It’s early spring here in Wisconsin but I was able to plant some of the earliest vegetables and transplant some flowers to some new areas. I’m expanding the vegetable crops this year and generally aiming to make my yard a bit more of a whimsical mix of flowers and vegetables.

I’m grateful to have the lot space to do all this and to have a strong back for the work. Hands in the soil is restorative for my spirit and reminds me of being one of my younger selves.

I’m grateful to have come through another Wisconsin winter in good health. All that swimming has helped my spirit and given me some strength!

I’m grateful for my safe and loving home. It never gets old to realize how special it is to love and live this way.

I’m grateful that my son is progressing through the hard steps of starting a new life without his wife. Her descent into some very unhealthy and unkind behaviors has been hard to witness. If we did not know a lot about how these things work, he might have given up the rest of his life to accommodate her. It is very sad and hard. But I am grateful to see his strength and courage and determination to find his way to peace and better health. Not gonna lie , there were some moments there in December when I feared for his safety.

I’m grateful to have work that I mostly enjoy. It has been rewarding to see some of my work pay off with solid student learning!

I’m grateful to have done some important work in shifting my priorities for money and time (so much more money and time in sobriety!!). My financial goals are coming along and our retirement planning is optimistic!

I’m struggling to manage my addiction to the news cycle. Cuz it is freaking ridiculous what comes up every time I look. Yikes!

I’m grateful to be up early and ready for some coffee and a bit of work to get done in my computer. I wish you all a day of health and peace. Happy spring!

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Today I’m grateful for:
~Laughter with the kids
~Taking a rest day
~My handsome hambone/sidekicks 8th birthday celebration yesterday
~Warm weather
~Celebrations with others
~My health
~People that “get” me and love me
~Technology/programs that help my accomplish my workout goals
~Photographs
~Sobriety & recovery

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I’m grateful for another sober and hangover free morning.
I’m grateful for my morning coffee
Im grateful for doggy snuggles on the couch while
I enjoy those coffee’s
I’m grateful the spring weather and temps are finally seeming to stick around now
I’m grateful I have a job to go to
Im grateful the Easter bunny comes tonight :rabbit_face:
I’m grateful my kids continue to enjoy doing things like Easter egg hunts even though they obviously don’t believe in this stuff anymore
I’m grateful to be feeling a bit better about hosting tomorrow’s dinner
I’m grateful for everyone here and all the support they have given me

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Good morning sober warriors

Im greatful i wasnt hungover this morning
Still counting sober days
Ran my best 5k today
Good weather
Sunshine and bird song
Good running shoes
My family
Time with hubby even if we both have anxious energy
Enough to buy healthy groceries
I learned how to cook well
Boscoe cuddles
Quiet moments

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Hello friends, I’ve been wanting to get back to the daily gratitude thread, so here I am :revolving_hearts:

Grateful for:
:leaf_fluttering_in_wind: beautiful sunny weather here
:leaf_fluttering_in_wind: coffee with caramel creamer
:leaf_fluttering_in_wind: being able to sleep without night terrors
:leaf_fluttering_in_wind: my plants are thriving
:leaf_fluttering_in_wind: going to see my family tomorrow
:leaf_fluttering_in_wind: 99 days sober
:leaf_fluttering_in_wind: past Reese making this difficult decision and putting in the excruciating work so that I can live a better life

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Today I am grateful for

:white_check_mark:9 Days Sobre
:white_check_mark:No work tomorow but not going to have a drink by CHOICE..
:white_check_mark:Healthy Avocado Salad to eat
:white_check_mark:No money spent today
:white_check_mark:Seeing the bigger picture

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Today I’m grateful for:
~Recovery and breaking dysfunctional family cycles
~Being able to visit my family who never found recovery at the cemetery and loving them on a whole new level
~Warm weather
~Connection
~Showing up
~Easter
~Time spent with loved ones
~An overdue good nights sleep
~Having some free time
~Being open to new things

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Good morning sober warriors

I am greatful.

I am greatful for…

Time with my sponsor yesterday
Time with hubby and Boscocito yesterday
Race results changed and im #1 in my age group!
Went to the gym this morning even when i didnt wanna
Running for longer periods with less trouble breathing
We get to see and learn from neil degrasse tyson tuesday (famous astrophysicist)
My new sobriety shirt that says “normalize sobriety”
Looking forward to time with family
Lessons in life and learning i am enough

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Grateful for:
7 months booze and hangover free
Quiet mornings with the fur angels and coffee
Being done with my workout by 9am
Family
Good food
Naps
Meditation
Staying present :heart:

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So very grateful today for…

:anchor: Downsizing and feeling better for having enough with what I have
:anchor: A peaceful night. Sleep is still an issue - do get enough to function daily
:anchor: A good horror movie - watched It Feeds last night and it was a well done movie - not scary but good plot
:anchor: A sunny day. Weather is starting to feel like Spring
:anchor: A rolling cloths rack for my clothing as the guest bedroom closet is tiny. Grateful I have enough room in my bedroom for it so not to clutter the living space.
:anchor: A double shot of espresso I treated myself to in order to kick start the day.
:anchor: Ability to mix and blend my coffee beans. One of the new blends I purchased was too weak for my liking on its own.
:anchor: Ability to adapt when gym is closed today due to Easter.
:anchor: Making great strides in clearing up my items at my parents. They will have their space back soon which I’m sure they will be grateful for.
:anchor: For my faith in my Higher Power and accepting that I am unable to see the big picture.
:anchor: For my patience in working towards a healthier lifestyle and knowing the results will come eventually
:anchor: For my family and their unconditional love
:anchor: For this space and all you beautiful souls :pray:

Wishing everyone a wonderful addiction free day - sending you all so much love :heart: :heart:

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I am grateful for friends and family.
I am grateful for slow days of introspection.
I am grateful for looking at my own fears.
I am grateful for grace.

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I’m grateful for:

  1. 135 days sober
  2. Not having a broken foot, which i found out by going for an x ray today
  3. Kitty snuggles
  4. A healthy dog even after his shenanigans recently
  5. Game night with friends and having friends who would rather have a game night than go out for drinks
  6. My health
  7. A stable job that supports me and pays my bills
  8. A husband who cares about my wellbeing as well as he knows how
  9. This app and little interactions on here
  10. Anxious nights without alcohol to drown them out
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Im grateful for my quiet morning coffee
I’m grateful for my early morning dog walks
I’m grateful for doggy snuggles
I’m grateful the Easter bunny came and the kids got lots of chocolates
I’m grateful I made it through my first holiday dinner sober
I’m grateful for a nice sunny day
I’m grateful I made sure to make quiet time for myself before everyone came over
I’m grateful everyone who came to dinner listened and did not bring alcohol with them.
I’m grateful for good food
I’m grateful to be hanging out alone in my room now. It really does feel like my little hideaway sometimes
I’m grateful to get to read until a fall asleep sober again

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