It's been pretty quiet here at Poverty Flats most of the day today. The weather took a turn back to cold and rainy. Those kind of days make me just want to stay inside and do little except read a good book or some other quiet activity. And that's not a bad thing either. Sometimes I think God sends the nasty weather just so we will stay in and rest.
I have been surfing the Internet this evening, viewing some political blogs and laughing at some funny things on YouTube, just trying to keep my mind occupied. It's another one of those evenings when I am alone in this big old house with nothing but my thoughts. It's also a good time to catch up on prayer and devotional time.And that, for sure, beats anything on TV.
I also enjoy the time visiting with folks through this blog. It has been a blessing since my wife has been gone. Her and I spent a lot of time talking with each other and I miss that. I have met some new friends through this blog and I am very thankful for all of you who stop by to visit.
As I sit here reflecting on things, I just remembered what day it is today. April 2 is a special day for me. In my past life many years ago before my wife and I were married, I must admit to having a very bad problem with alcohol addiction. But, she and I met,and my life started to turn around. On April 2nd, 32 years ago, I awoke early in the morning determined to try to beat this demon that had already destroyed my father's health and seemed determined to destroy mine. I made it to the coffeepot, and then to breakfast without a drink. WOW ! A victory, small, but I would take it. I made it through the entire day without giving in the the habit. Another victory, bigger this time. A whole day without alcohol!! It had been a long time since this had happened. Then, another day, and another. On April 7th, five days later, my wife Frances and I were married. AND STILL ALCOHOL FREE after 32 years. I have never to this day tasted alcohol in ANY form again. Five days from today, my wife and I would have celebrated our 32nd wedding anniversary.......
And life goes on. And I miss her more than I can bear.
Have a good night. DM
Thursday, April 2, 2009
Quiet Evening
Posted by Don Miller at 7:54 PM
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3 comments:
Don..what a wonderful testimony!
How thankful to the Lord you must be, for the change in your life.
I know this is a difficult time for you right now, missing your beloved wife so much.
I am thankful that I found your blog through Bill's, and I appreciate that you visit mine.
God bless you, Don. I know He has, already, and will continue to do so.
Jan, yes God has blessed my life, much more than I deserve and then some. I just returned home from taking my granddaughters to church. They enjoy it so much. We as adults, have such a great responsibility to the little ones.
Have a great day today, DM
(I finally found you, my friend!)
Wow! Yay, you! 32 years and you did it...and just in time, too. What a gift and blessing you gave to your wife....and to yourself.
So sorry for your loss, Don. Losing your spouse after 32 years has to be one of the most difficult things to go through. I'm sure your wife is always watching over you, and God is blessing you every day.
Take Care,
Lisa
New Mexico
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