I am not usually this behind, but I had so much to read that I can't remember anything I wanted to say.
Oglsby....great to see you here and this is just wonderful I think.....
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One thing that I have learned (and I have much to learn) is that there is a vast difference between deciding to "stop drinking" (which, for me, implies that it is only temporary and I will "one day" try to drink again--not possible), and sobriety, which is living a sober, clean life, having a plan, and making the commitment to better yourself and focus on the day with the intent of never drinking again. I am here for sobriety. After 33 days I am already reaping great rewards.
nmd ~ hi, I missed you. Glad you are OK. And WOW WOW WOW....so incredible. Adore the pond, loved the chickens the most.
And I had one of those cats, the ones that are too big to fit in the picture. he he he. 
Awesome posts. 