by Kathy | Jul 21, 2016 | Addiction, Alcoholism, Bravery, EGCMethod, horses, Neigh #1, New Beginnings, Personality, Recovery
“You can’t depend on your eyes when your imagination is out of focus.” Mark Twain Friday evenings used to be called our “cocktail hour” nights. We would gather at a bar or at someone’s house, have appetizers and cocktails, talking, laughing and making big...
by Kathy | Jul 8, 2016 | Addiction, Alcoholism, Bravery, Dreams, EGCMethod, horses, Introvert, Neigh #7, New Beginnings, Recovery
With courage and joy I stepped way out of my comfort zone and walked in my hometown parade, advertising right on my shirt that Recovery Happens and spreading the word about Equine Gestalt Recovery Coaching. I shouted to the world that I am in recovery and that I have...
by Kathy | Jul 2, 2016 | Addiction, Alcoholism, Neigh #3, New Beginnings, Recovery, Temptation
“I’m a gal that doesn’t need a drink until she’s had a drink.” There is a woman in a meeting that I attend who says this before she takes her turn speaking. It is a true reminder of the power of just one drink. Personally, I can be strong and have logical...
by Kathy | Jun 17, 2016 | Addiction, Alcoholism, Neigh #5, New Beginnings, Recovery
Who would think that going to a wedding would be one of the hardest things for this recovering alcoholic to attend. The gorgeous bride, the handsome groom, the pure joy that is in the air surrounding a new beginning in the couple’s lives. They share their vows in...
by Kathy | Jun 9, 2016 | Addiction, Alcoholism, EGCMethod, horses, Introvert, Neigh #1, Recovery
Summertime — my favorite season of the year. I love the long hot days and feeling the warmth of the sun on my skin, turning it a golden tan. I love hitting the water for the first time in the boat and feeling the waves rock us back and forth. I enjoy the hot...
by Kathy | Jun 3, 2016 | Addiction, Alcoholism, Bravery, Dreams, EGCMethod, horses, Meditation, Neigh #2, Recovery
As the sun goes down the sky is turning a beautiful orange and red and the pasture is glowing in the brightness of the setting sun. Beauty is all around as the day is coming to an end. You can sense quietness in the air. But my head will not shut up. It’s conjuring...