Gratitude

I was having a pretty low day. When the nursing agency call and said they had an extra nursing case for me. This gives me a chance to moonlight and make a little extra money. So I agreed to it. they said, it's in a bad neighbor hood,the house was small and they had a dog, and the pay is 25%less then normal and they have a hard time keeping nurses going there because the gun shots in the area. Well I told them I came from humble beginnings and, dogs, small houses, bad neighborhoods.don't bother me, I am from New York City. 60 minutes did a segment, showing one block from my apt, in Jamaica, Queens, New York, as the most dangerous corner in the country. So, I walk with God and stay safe.

So I go for orientation for a 13 year old boy that has special needs and is unable to breath with out this ventilator machine. otherwise he seems like a cool kid. His mother stated he has never had a male nurse and was looking forward to the camaraderie.I met the whole family they all like me and I like them.This child can't wait till I return on Tuesday, I am going to be able to pull 4 or 5 shifts this month of March 09.It's funny how God would be so kind as to let me take care of this young man.God must have known I was feeling down and decided to shine down on me. Peace,Love and Respect....Tim P.S. I'll have to bring my guitar with me one day

Such a nice day here in Missouri

OMG,What a nice day it is temp 72 degrees in my back yard. The sun is warm and healing. I got such a good nights sleep last night and awoke refreshed. I said my prayers,then turned on the radio Lynard Skynard was playing sweet home Alabama,(Turn it up) than I had a shower, I had a banana for breakfast.Than I went to the YMCA in Washington Missouri and worked out for a couple of hours,then I walked around the Lake at Rotary Park in Washington.Wow,That was easy to take.I came home took a jacuzzi and had an apple for lunch.Now I am listening to the birds singing off my deck. they are happy it's a nice day too.I hope you all get a chance to get out for a little while today.Have a nice day....Peace,Love,and Respect.....Ponytail Tim

Col. Jack Jackson Canidate for State Senate 26th District

Jack Jackson announced yesterday he is seeking the State Senate seat for the 26th District,which includes Warren,Franklin and St Louis West County. When someone uses the words Courage,Dignity,Integrity and Family,I think Col. Jack Jackson. I will be telling you more as the campaign moves forward. www.jackjackson.org Spread the word, there is someone ready to go to Jeff City and fight for us, Thanks Col. Jack Jackson.......In Service Tim Harper

11years clean and serene

Well,I awoke today Sober, not having used drugs or alcohol for 11 years. It's a good feeling. No headache, no chaos, no crisis. To have people that I love and care about and people that love and care about me is really cool.I work a 12 step spiritual program, based upon progress along spiritual lines( not perfection). The indispensable principles are Honesty, open mindedness,and Willingness. Some of the other spiritual principles that make my recovery possible are Acceptance,Faith,Surrender,Hope, Commitment,Courage,Humility,Service,Unconditional Love,Integrity,Perseverance,Discipline,God-centeredness,Awareness,Vigilance,Sharing & Caring,Patience,Forgiveness,Optimism,Selflessness, Compassion,Consideration,Kindness,Positive Thinking,Responsibility,Tolerance,Trust,Unity,and Gratitude.

Some of the things going on in my life over the last year are,I turned 50,I started taking guitar lessons and have performed several times in public.I switched to an all vegetarian diet ( and have lost 30lbs), I started working out at the YMCA and have enrolled in an aerobics class call Zumba which is based on Latin dance,I am trying to get the outfit Jack Black wore in Nacho Libre with the mask and all.(I'll post pictures soon) The class starts 2/26/09. In August, Brenda and I became empty nesters. All the Kids moved out and are doing well, very successful.I am so proud of them all.

Thank you all for helping me. Every time, someone gave me, a hug or a word of encouragement, it really meant a lot to me .Keep giving out those hugs. Tomorrow night,Wednesday 2/11/09 at 8 pm, I will be speaking at my home group "Nitty Gritty" at the Trinity Episcopal Church basement 318 South Duchesne Dr. St Charles MO 63301 it is considered an "open meeting" so all are welcome......Sending out thoughts of Peace,Love,and Respect.......Tim H