Good Travels...

Sunday had started out rough with a sinus headache which just afternoon gave way to some antiquing fun. Ron took me to Oberlin and Avon for a road trip through antique stores. I enjoy looking at all the old stuff even when I can't buy much. The unfortunate part of it, being a sensitive, is that many items carry the energy of their past lives. Some is positive and some negative energy. Going through the stores I had to continually surround myself with good energy. Part of an attic in one store even gave me a distinct heaviness in my chest. Once we moved out of that area I was fine.

I had limited myself to $30 for goodies and I spent it. My first find was a wonderful set of oriental prints for just $10 plus tax, of course.

My next find was a glass black cat. She is an old Avon bottle. She was $5, which Ron bought for me.

My favorite is this little furry kitten that made me giggle out loud.

And finally a Moon hook.

We ended our shopping with world market, at which I purchased some ceiling hooks and licorice. When all was done we went to Panera for dinner. It was a quiet ride home as we were both tired, yet very satisfied with a pleasant afternoon.

Feeling Good...

On Monday I have a job interview! I applied for Bed, Bath, and Beyond this week and they call to set up an interview. It would be a second job for me. My main job is still with Goodwill Industries, this second job is just to help make ends meet. Send me positive thoughts on Monday.

I Love Patchouli...

Why is it that people think that just because I wear patchouli that I smoke marijuana? Maybe because they don't really know me and the fact that I watched my father die of lung cancer and my mother of emphysema. Maybe because they never spoke to me long enough to know that, yes, I smoked pot in my youth, but never liked the buzz. It made me paranoid. I may never know, because they don't give me the chance to speak for myself. It is their loss, not mine... Namaste

A little boy...

A little boy of maybe, 8 years old asked me for a dollar. My first response was, 'I am not sure.' Knowing I had a couple in my purse. As I pulled one dollar from my 3 I asked, 'What do you need a dollar for?' He responded, 'To get something to eat.' When handing him the dollar, I said, 'Get something healthy.' 'I will.' said the the young boy. A few moments later I see him come out of the corner store with a hotdog. I really think he was hungry and I am grateful I had money to give him. Namaste

Several Parts...

Losing Co-dependence...

I love living alone. It is wonderful to do as I wish, when I wish, even if it is as simple as taking a bath. Speaking of baths, I soaked in the tub over an hour last night. I had fallen asleep and didn't realize the time, but was grateful for the quiet time. It is the simplest of things that make me happiest, the quiet, me planning my own schedule, and sleeping at my own schedule, too.

When seeing my therapist yesterday, she was amazed at the difference in my peaceful, happiness. We talked about the new place and my budget, the need for a second job and the fact that I am thinking and speaking clearer than she can ever remember. I won't be seeing her for eight weeks, which is good on my budget and for my self confidence.

Love is endless...

Waking up...

Since I did not sleep well the night before, I chose to take a sedative to help me sleep last night. After dinner I went to bed at about 6 pm, slept til 8. When I awoken I stayed up about an hour and ate a granola bar, brushed my teeth and went back to bed at 9 pm. Other than using the rest room I slept until 7 am. Now for the coffee to shake the sleep out of me. Any way, Life is good and I am ready for a new day. Sorry if this is boring but I guess it lets you know that I am doing OK. As soon as the love seat comes I will take some pics to post. I don't know who noticed, but I did put a pic of my car in "the pic of the week" spot to the right. Here it is again a little larger.

All is well. Namaste

Good Morning...

Day 16 of staying in my own place. Even though I did not sleep well (which I blame the latte I had with dinner) I awaken happy and ready to face the world. My weekend was productive and pleasant. Along with many little decorating achievements, my laundry is done, I went to a poetry read on Saturday and I ordered a new love seat. Homelegance 9715CH-2 Charley Love Seat, Chocolate Chenillewww.amazon.com 
The love seat should arrive next weekend, hopefully when I am home. It does indicate that minor assembly is required.... I will let you know what 'they' consider minor.

I see my therapist this week. She does not know that I have moved... or does she? I received her bill here with the new address on it. So if the billing gal said anything to her, she knows. I will find out on Wednesday.

I have been in contact with my younger son, he is doing well and is happy for me, yet concerned about my moving out of Ron's. He has just had a birthday and turned 25. Imagine that... my baby is 25. My older son will be 29 in January, I have not heard from him, but continue to text him with news of my life. I hope he is well.

That is all I can think of to share at this early hour and I must be preparing for work soon. It will be the first time I will drive my new car. I have too much to carry today, since I am taking the broken drawer into Bobby to fix. Have a Blessed day. Namaste

I am back...

The move has gone well. I am comfy in my 3 large rooms plus bathroom. It is an 100+ year old house turned into apartments. While not all the electricity is up to date, it is adequate for my simple needs. I just have to watch that I don't turn on too many appliances at once, or I will have to go into the basement to reset the breakers. I am still in need of a love-seat. The couch that I had brought with me could not fit into the door off the hallway. The stairwell, just outside my door, is situated in such a manner that it is difficult to angle something as big as a couch into it. So the couch was given to a friend's niece, who also was moving that week. The only other casualty was a small drawer from my antique dresser. I will be taking that to a fellow at work who is said to fix just about anything wood. All my friends have been wonderful helping to get things moved and feeding me now and then. So if you live near by and you would like company for dinner, I am the gal to call or email. 

Ron (my husband) and I are getting along well. He is working on what he needs and I am working on me. I feel so much stronger when I am alone, no one else to blame for my short comings or lack of discipline. So I am able to become stronger instead of using someone else as an excuse to be lazy. Life is good, and I intend to live it fully.

Oh, yeah. I also have a new used car. Like I said, "Life is good!"

Moving the big stuff...

Today is the day. I pray everyone shows up that said they would. I am ready to move the furniture and boxes over to the new place. Well, almost ready. A few more small details, like taking apart the computer, needs done yet. With that said, I will be off line for a couple days up to a week, depending on when the cable company is able to come out and hook me up.

So have a great couple of days. I will be excited to tell you how the move has gone and how I am doing in my new place. Namaste

Zippety Do Dah...

Yes...

and tough enough to make strong decisions.

Keep the fire burning...

Baby Steps...

Keep moving forward...

Moving forward...