Weights get lifted daily.....
Trudgin
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Weights get lifted daily.....
Many years ago, I was given a cuckoo clock. I cherished it for a long time. The clock has weights that must be raised daily on chains that provide the mechanism the power (mechanical) to run. If not done each day, the clock stops.
Over the years the clock became neglected as the tiresome task of daily raising the weights became a burden.
Recently in sobriety I have moved the clock into a prominent place in my kitchen. Each day I take joy in pulling the chains up with the weights on them so it will operated for 24 hours.
The clocks plays the song Edelweiss on the hour - also the little bird emits the cuckoo sound. The song is one of regeneration.......blossom of snow may you bloom and grow, bloom and grow forever.....
It struck me in the last few day how this clock has become a symbol of my daily reprieve from alcohol. I must lift my weights daily ( action ). But, I cannot do this by myself ( help/strength ).
My weights are lifted each day, for 24 hours by grace, SR friends and group meetings. Without each of you, I would still be an idle clock - my weights unlifted with no song of hope to play......
What is your daily action and where do you find strength that give the HOPE for today!??!?
Flyn
Over the years the clock became neglected as the tiresome task of daily raising the weights became a burden.
Recently in sobriety I have moved the clock into a prominent place in my kitchen. Each day I take joy in pulling the chains up with the weights on them so it will operated for 24 hours.
The clocks plays the song Edelweiss on the hour - also the little bird emits the cuckoo sound. The song is one of regeneration.......blossom of snow may you bloom and grow, bloom and grow forever.....
It struck me in the last few day how this clock has become a symbol of my daily reprieve from alcohol. I must lift my weights daily ( action ). But, I cannot do this by myself ( help/strength ).
My weights are lifted each day, for 24 hours by grace, SR friends and group meetings. Without each of you, I would still be an idle clock - my weights unlifted with no song of hope to play......
What is your daily action and where do you find strength that give the HOPE for today!??!?
Flyn
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The weights get lifted daily...I agree. Thanks Flynbuy.
Well, already this morning, my morning coffee was made by actually using loose espresso instead of the individual pre-packaged pods. This little thing reflects my ability to slow-it-down. There are many more things throughout the day that I have renewed patience for nowadays.
Well, already this morning, my morning coffee was made by actually using loose espresso instead of the individual pre-packaged pods. This little thing reflects my ability to slow-it-down. There are many more things throughout the day that I have renewed patience for nowadays.
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Originally Posted by Briar 
That line from Edelweiss actually brought tears to my eyes. Really beautiful.
Trudgin
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Originally Posted by SoberLeigh
Those moments in Sound of Music when Captain Von Trapp (Christopher Plummer) sings Edelweiss brings tears to my eyes, too.
Nice rendition of the song sung by Julie Andrews back in late 80's with full orchestra. It's been near and dear to me for many years.....
Julie Andrews sings Edelweiss with full orchestra & stereo audio (From the late 1980's) - YouTube
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I love this! How neat!
My daily action is prayer. If I don't stay in touch with myself spiritually, I feel off... Like something is missing. I find the strength / hope to get through my days via praying and staying spiritually aware. When drinking took presidence in my life, I'd obviously neglect spirituality bc it was a reminder of what I wanted to deny - that I wasn't staying true to myself. & now that I'm no longer living to get drunk and I'm truly living in faith, I feel more fulfilled and empowered than ever.
My daily action is prayer. If I don't stay in touch with myself spiritually, I feel off... Like something is missing. I find the strength / hope to get through my days via praying and staying spiritually aware. When drinking took presidence in my life, I'd obviously neglect spirituality bc it was a reminder of what I wanted to deny - that I wasn't staying true to myself. & now that I'm no longer living to get drunk and I'm truly living in faith, I feel more fulfilled and empowered than ever.
Trudgin
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Originally Posted by XIIIXXIXXVI
I love this! How neat!
My daily action is prayer. If I don't stay in touch with myself spiritually, I feel off... Like something is missing. I find the strength / hope to get through my days via praying and staying spiritually aware. When drinking took presidence in my life, I'd obviously neglect spirituality bc it was a reminder of what I wanted to deny - that I wasn't staying true to myself. & now that I'm no longer living to get drunk and I'm truly living in faith, I feel more fulfilled and empowered than ever.
My daily action is prayer. If I don't stay in touch with myself spiritually, I feel off... Like something is missing. I find the strength / hope to get through my days via praying and staying spiritually aware. When drinking took presidence in my life, I'd obviously neglect spirituality bc it was a reminder of what I wanted to deny - that I wasn't staying true to myself. & now that I'm no longer living to get drunk and I'm truly living in faith, I feel more fulfilled and empowered than ever.
Thanks - I agree. I found being intoxicated daily cut me off from the sunlight of the spirit, as is said....
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FlyN
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This is so lovely, Fly. It speaks to me of daily rhythm and renewal and mindfulness and gratitude as well as determination and love. Excellent 
And daily walking and watching the seasons is beautiful too, Soberleigh.
One of the loveliest and most unexpected benefits of sobriety for me has been a rekindling of my love for nature and an awakening spirituality which I see reflected in your post xxx
And daily walking and watching the seasons is beautiful too, Soberleigh.
One of the loveliest and most unexpected benefits of sobriety for me has been a rekindling of my love for nature and an awakening spirituality which I see reflected in your post xxx
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Originally Posted by Flynbuy
Truly is a beautiful song.
Nice rendition of the song sung by Julie Andrews back in late 80's with full orchestra. It's been near and dear to me for many years.....
Julie Andrews sings Edelweiss with full orchestra & stereo audio (From the late 1980's) - YouTube
Nice rendition of the song sung by Julie Andrews back in late 80's with full orchestra. It's been near and dear to me for many years.....
Julie Andrews sings Edelweiss with full orchestra & stereo audio (From the late 1980's) - YouTube
Thanks, Fly; that is a very beautiful rendition, indeed.
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