A week? Really???

I let a week pass me by and didn't write here. Wow. It's been awhile since that's happened I think. How's everything in your worlds?

Mine is freakin' fantastic. I feel amazing. Truly blessed beyond my wildest dreams. I am still busy with my life and it seems that spring is upon us here in Lake Havasu City. Yesterday we worked in the front yard. Well, actually Tee did most of the work because I was not as into it as she was but I did pull some weeds and talk to her.

I know it's dangerous to be so happy because she is sober but I am. I am so happy to have her back I can't even begin to express it. She is feeling good and that makes me feel really good. That said, I am very aware of this slippery slope and I'm building a strong foundation in Alanon for myself so that I can have something to fall back on if she relapses again. It's been two months and I really feel like she is back. It's a beautiful thing to have my best friend back in my life again. I feel like we were separated for so long. So that my friends is why I have been absent from the computer.

I went to an all day workshop on Saturday in Kingman, AZ and it was really a lot of fun. I made some new friends and they are wonderful. They did tell me it's time for me to get out and explore the town since I've been here 6 months. I realize this. I know we have become so safe in this little cocoon we have built and it's time to venture out. So I've been thinking of joining some kind of fitness club, like hiking or kayaking or something. Just thinking about it so far.

I've not lost any more weight but I'm holding steady which is just as good for me. I am still doing Tae Bo 6 days a week and strength training 3 days. My arms are getting so lean and strong and my legs and waist have shrunk considerably. I have also added some walking and light jogging to my routine. Xena is loving it. And the streets are so hilly here that it's a great workout for my hips and legs. I am getting sideaches though. I haven't run in a really long time. I want to start running again. Like real laps around the track.

I can't believe the role nutrition plays in our health. I have had the most horrendous eating habits for most of my life. This journey is an exciting one. Learning that I eat out of emotional distress. That "that time of the month" induces horrible cravings in me. That water is fantastic!!! That taking vitamins is really good for your nails and hair and bones. I really do feel better than I ever have. And I'm almost 42 years old. It's about time.

I haven't been taking many pictures. I need to get some more. We have more work to do on the back yard now. Lots of plants that need tending. All the rain brought many weeds that need pulled too. And the lemon tree should be producing fruit soon. All the birds around us are getting ready to have their babies. It's so fun to watch them.

One of Grandma's best friends came over yesterday to see us and it was good to see her. She loved all the changes Tee has made to the house. She was worried about us because she hasn't heard from us in so long. We made a vow to stay more in touch with her. Sweet lady.

We also are planning a boat trip across the river to have lunch and spend some time. This is a big outing for us. And a step in the right direction. No word on the job front for Tee but the mortgage is covered for March at least. We are taking it one day at a time and it will all work out. No sense in wasting energy on worry. Life is good. All is well.

I hope to be able to get around to all of your blogs soon. I think of you often and hope all is well in your worlds. Hope you have an amazing Wednesday. I am out the door to my Alanon meeting in about 20 minutes. Talk to you soon :)

Contact

It's weird how in Facebook they go through your email and ask you if you want to invite all the people on your list to join your facebook. I asked a lot of people and a few said yes to be my friend there.

Including my old sponsor from Alanon that I haven't spoke to in about a year and a half. Oh, I sent her back all the tapes, CD's and books she had loaned me, but I had not made any other contact.

Yesterday I sent her an email apologizing for disappearing. It was humbling but also an act of self loving. I do want people in my life. I can't take this journey all alone. I feel like my isolation is beginning to disappear.

I woke up late this morning so my workout was put on hold. I am eating an orange and drinking water this morning. I have some extra water weight I need to get rid of. I ate way too much sodium yesterday. Blah Blah!!

It's funny how when you retain water you need more water to help you get rid of it. I guess I better get drinkin' then.. lol!

Happy Friday everyone :)

Oh Country Girl!!

I can't comment on your blog. The window does not come up. I have no issues on anyone elses because I fixed my computer. Since I can't PM you here I thought I'd let you know. I miss you!! I have been by there several times. I don't know if it's your layout or what but I have no comment option at all. Dammit!!

Just thought I'd say, I'm sooooo not ignoring you. You're one of my sweetest friends. Anyway... Hope you are having a fabulous night. I am still adding people and finding people. It's been never ending. See ya later alligator :)