Sunday, January 11, 2009

In the midst of packing ...

I am surrounded by boxes and feeling a little overwhelmed, but a friend will arrive in an hour or so to help. I went to northern Arizona yesterday to check on my house. The weather has been cold there so I wanted to make sure the pipes didn't freeze. I also had an electrician in to put in two new wall heaters. If anyone tells you to buy a pellet stove, consider it very carefully. It may be cheap, but it's impossible to keep the heat on when you're not there for extended periods. You live and learn, usually the hard way, right? I do, anyhoo.

I met my electrician at a meeting I used to attend. Turned out he was an old junkie from Phoenix and we knew some people in common. Yesterday as we talked, we think we know more people, as well. He is an example of someone who is doing the deal--happily married, well-employed, raising three kids in a blended family with all its insanity. I am glad we are friends.

On the way home I went to a meeting and talked to my sponsor briefly and updated her on my life. I have a fourth step sitting somewhere (I can't find it at the moment) and we'll catch up next month when life is less hectic. It is amazing that today, despite what is going on in my life, I don't have to have any drama surrounding it. That is spiritual growth in its simplest form. Because believe me, there is a lot going on both personally and at work.

I am just checking in with my blogger buddies. Have a great day!

6 comments:

Shadow said...

you and boxes and moving... whew, difficult and tiring. wishing you luck and lots of happiness in your new place. kinda neat though, new place, new year....

Syd said...

Hope that the heat situation gets better. I've not heard of a pellet stove. Good to catch up with you.

Anonymous said...

Thank you for stopping by to say hi :) My dog is of German lines and is sharp as a tack. They are great dogs, aren't they?

Akannie said...

Well wishes on the moving.

(That means: if it gets to be too much, just throw all the stuff in the well and start over!)

xoxoxox

Unknown said...

Oh dear one...I hope that the boxes are lessening and you are feeling the relaxing. I hope you're doing well and send you warm thoughts for unpacking.

msb said...

moving is so fun :+)