Beach today was magnificant
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Beach today was magnificant
I normally take care of my Father daily...Today driving there..I was so SAD...STUCK....and kept thinking of the beach. I knew today was shower day for my Dad and I was just bummed!
When I walked in my Dads...his dementia and all...first thing he said to me was ARE YOU GOING TO THE BEACH? I never talk about the beach..nor was I going to go because I feel he needs me.
But when he asked me that particular QUESTION...I figured God was telling me to go do something good with my "sober" life.
I decided YES....I am going! And there will probably be no more beach this year ..because my Father is not doing well....So I went for it (after his shower..I gave him lunch and LEFT).
The beach is not somewhere I typically drink....So that was a good thing...And the person I went with responded quickly to a yes...and I love him dearly...
AND I am SO HAPPY.... I am "living" since giving up alcohol on June 24th....This is the 2nd time I have been to the beach.
I left everything at home...all my worries...and it was a very carefree afternoon.
I wish I could "give" my sobriety away...and I wish I could bottle these feelings....
When I walked in my Dads...his dementia and all...first thing he said to me was ARE YOU GOING TO THE BEACH? I never talk about the beach..nor was I going to go because I feel he needs me.
But when he asked me that particular QUESTION...I figured God was telling me to go do something good with my "sober" life.
I decided YES....I am going! And there will probably be no more beach this year ..because my Father is not doing well....So I went for it (after his shower..I gave him lunch and LEFT).
The beach is not somewhere I typically drink....So that was a good thing...And the person I went with responded quickly to a yes...and I love him dearly...
AND I am SO HAPPY.... I am "living" since giving up alcohol on June 24th....This is the 2nd time I have been to the beach.
I left everything at home...all my worries...and it was a very carefree afternoon.
I wish I could "give" my sobriety away...and I wish I could bottle these feelings....
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So pleased you’re happy 
I love the beach too!
also it’s amazing that you’re caring for your Dad. I was an around the clock cater for my Gran who had dementia. I did it for 3 years and it got to the point where I had to be there 24/7 so I know how hard it can be. He’s lucky to have you.
I love the beach too!
also it’s amazing that you’re caring for your Dad. I was an around the clock cater for my Gran who had dementia. I did it for 3 years and it got to the point where I had to be there 24/7 so I know how hard it can be. He’s lucky to have you.
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That is so wonderful to hear! I just got back from a beach vacation. The beach has always been a spiritual, peaceful, and relaxing place for me. A lot of the meditation music I listen to has ocean waves in the background
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yes *noadded sugar,,,lol...I don't LOVE the beach it is one of the places I actually tolerate...BUT...the friend I went with loves the beach I love the friend...and he takes care of me and we leave when I am ready....
But any time away from being a carer I NEED....and pretty soon I know too it will be 24/7.
God bless you for doing that for your Gran...its so hard to watch that...and its so hard to sacrifice your life as well....Hugs.
So pleased you’re happy
I love the beach too!
also it’s amazing that you’re caring for your Dad. I was an around the clock cater for my Gran who had dementia. I did it for 3 years and it got to the point where I had to be there 24/7 so I know how hard it can be. He’s lucky to have you.
[/QUOTEI love the beach too!
also it’s amazing that you’re caring for your Dad. I was an around the clock cater for my Gran who had dementia. I did it for 3 years and it got to the point where I had to be there 24/7 so I know how hard it can be. He’s lucky to have you.
yes *noadded sugar,,,lol...I don't LOVE the beach it is one of the places I actually tolerate...BUT...the friend I went with loves the beach I love the friend...and he takes care of me and we leave when I am ready....
But any time away from being a carer I NEED....and pretty soon I know too it will be 24/7.
God bless you for doing that for your Gran...its so hard to watch that...and its so hard to sacrifice your life as well....Hugs.
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Originally Posted by Anna 
Missy, the beach is a 'go to' place for me, too. It's so important to listen to what you need and to act on it. I hope you continue to go to the beach often to find peace.
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Originally Posted by Fearlessat50
That is so wonderful to hear! I just got back from a beach vacation. The beach has always been a spiritual, peaceful, and relaxing place for me. A lot of the meditation music I listen to has ocean waves in the background
I'm glad you enjoyed it....
We are saving for a vacation...it won't be at the beach...I want to go to Niagara Falls.
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Originally Posted by Hevyn
Misssy - The beach never fails to improve my spirits & puts everything in perspective. I'm glad you had that lovely experience.
So I ended up happier than I have been in a long time.
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