Alpine

Accountability: Storms..Life is full of them both literally and figuratively, it's how one responds that is important. Initially, with regards to the figurative storms, well before drinking, my anxiety would go through the roof. Once I was not in control of my drinking I was not able to manage these storms at all..even though I thought I was. Big lie there, and often would forget things that transpired. So happy to be sober now because the storms have been pretty big lately, my FIL passing away, my Mom in the hospital and now in rehab, car issues, dealing with my out of control sister..All of these I am dealing with with a clear head and hardly, if any anxiety. Becoming sober has helped me learn how to deal with my anxiety in a more productive manner.
Toolbox: sit by a fire
Try to think one positive thought about myself

Alpine

I can't change who I am

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Alpine

These little flowers are quite hardy and come back each year after harsh winters. They weather the storms and come back just as beautiful.

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Bekindalways

Alpine, I have had a long day with lots of snow coming down. The snow is a good thing but I'm feeling a bit cooped up. I can't seem to focus on much and go from task to task and then back on the couch and the internet.

I came to your thread for a pick me up.

Well I'm off to shovel snow yet again, sweep my car off, and find an overskirt pattern.

Keep that tool box handy!!

Alpine

Mr A is out there now and traveling to job sites in the mountains. He mentioned there were getting a fair amount of snow. I did a fair amount of sewing in between taking my car into the shop. I have to stop sewing around 7pm because I turn into a pumpkin and can't think as clearly. I can use my seam ripper, but who wants to do that..? Right Bekind?

Alpine

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Bekindalways

Yikes for Mr A as there is deep snow out there.

I will seam rip for you if you don't mind me watching some brain candy on Netflix!!!

Ooooh . . . . nice table runner!

Alpine

We are very used to driving in that kind of snow, however he is in a company car which he is not used to driving. Of course you can watch Netflix while you seam rip!!

Alpine

Accountability: Continuing to do well and have no desire to drink. It's as if I have never had an issue with it to begin with, and not sure how I even went down that path. Well, probably due to a lot of issues which I have been working.
Perspective, for me that is what life is and how one reads into situations. Life's moments can be "read" in so many different ways and is often based on previous experiences..bad or good. I have been learning to step back and put things in to perspective which has helped me not take things as personally. I often would turn to alcohol for the escape which obviously distorts everything. Blah
Toolbox: Pet my pup
Smile

Alpine

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Leaps of faith

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aasharon90

I love that sweet little flower you posted earlier up top, Alpine.
The pink and yellow combination is eye catching. Is it a wild
flower that comes up in Spring after the cold Winter? or does
it bloom during Winter?

Do you know what kind of flower it is? Maybe an Iris? I'm
pouring over lots of pictures online in search of that lovely
flower that grows where you live.

I'm down south in Louisiana and wonder if we can
grow those.

Alpine

Columbine, they are up in the mountains and flower after all of the snow melts. We did have luck growing them at lower elevations. Lots of the alpine flowers are so darn tiny but very bright and vibrant.

aasharon90

Oh, Alpine, that looks familiar from our Nursery during
the Spring and Summer months. Don't think I had luck
growing them as of yet. I love smalls and this little one
is mighty beautiful.

Thank you for sharing that special little jewel of a
flower and am now inspired to try growing some
next year in my own garden of paradise.

Alpine

Accountability: Nothing noteworthy to report in my little world. I picked up my car from the shop after dropping it off 2 days ago, then visited with my Mom at the rehab center. She is still not really walking and is still darn weak. On my way home I stopped off and picked up more fabric to sew more placemats and pot holders. It keeps me busy, and I enjoy it. Have been pretty lonely with Mr. A away since last Thursday. Luckily he is coming home tomorrow. Not one inkling to even drink, even though I had to have a conference call with my "lovely" sister and brother regarding my Mom. I used to allow my sister to send me off the deep end send me drinking. Not any more.
Toolbox: stand by a nice warm fire in the wood burning stove
Smile

Alpine

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least

What beautiful scenery!! .

Sorry you're feeling low with Mr A gone. .

I love the table runner, that's gorgeous! . You are very talented!

aasharon90

Love seeing those beautiful snowy mountains where
you are. Especially on this warm day in December down
south. A pretty Winter scene or stepping thru the front
doors of a local nursery to see a Winter Wonderland,
it definitely sets the holiday mood.

Nothing like seeing snow or lots of beautiful Pointsettias,
Christmas Cactus's, and towering high Christmas trees that
smell so nice, this time of the year.

Inspiration and experience are in full force.

Alpine

Accountability: The further along this path I go/have come the stronger I am in many ways which I am grateful for. I have found strength and confidence I never had..or at least could not tap into. Sure, there is always room for improvement/growth and being sober has allowed me to come this far with more head of me.
Toolbox: exercise
Close my eyes and breath