Al-Anon Family Group - Al-Anon Family Group

david62 · david62

Hi (((((Family))))) I got the following in an email and thought it had a beautiful message so decided to share it with you. (Have the kleenex ready, I needed it!) A nurse took the tired, anxious serviceman to the bedside of her patient. "Your son is here," she said to the old man. She had to rep...

DanieH · DanieH

Yesterday was exactly 1 week that AH has been clean. I know you have to take one day at a time, but Im sooo proud of him. He was suppose to go to a meeting w/ his cousin friday night, but his cousin got home late, so the 3 of us went food shopping instead. Of course, we had to drive through the college area, so a bu...

Karilynn · Karilynn

(((((((((Family)))))))), Just wanted to wish all of you who celebrate Passover this week, a blessed and joyous Passover. I have been honored to observe it and participate in it with dear friends, and it truly is wonderful. Love and blessings to you and your families. Live strong, Karilynn & Pi...

Miranda · Miranda

One of my closest guy friends, Eric, shot himself last night. There were no signs... I haven't even really had a chance to talk to him since I left school months ago...Every once in a while, we'd talk on the phone, and he even came to visit the kids after the twins were born. He never led on any indication th...

RainyJamie · RainyJamie

I posted earlier about how it sucked that I was working nights while A hung out and worked on his beer belly. A few people replied that I need to hold my priorities; take care of me, my family, and my home. I appreciate this and it is a good way to keep things in perspective. I switched my scheduling. I work...

maresie2 · maresie2

I have just been gone a few days and come back to get a few more things. The house is a real mess. The A immediately steps in with what I have contributed to the mess as soon as I get in the door. The electricity is going to be cut off. He just lays around and watches the few channels he can get on TV. His favori...

lonelymom · lonelymom

Hi I just found this board and read some. I felt after reading some posts that so many people would understand what I was going through and right now I feel like nobody does. He has been drinking for the last 2 years, it has gotten worse and worse. He blames me for EVERYTHING, it's always my fault, he's neve...

ally · ally

(((((((((((((((((((((yo roomies))))))))))))))))))))))) WOW!!!! I feel as if I have been on a journey the last few weeks. I have grown so much in my life...Also I have grown up...lol Well, my anti-deps are working, I'm accepting I am just like everyone else "Normal"..... I...

Jayda · Jayda

I'm feeling like things are pretty hopeless right now. Like I said last month, my husband left me, found out he's been talking to another woman....just talking he says and says he has stopped talking to her and that he will not have any contact with her again. But he still doesn't want to get back togethe...

donewithitallandhappy · donewithitallandhappy

I am continuing to rebuild a much happier life- moved into a new house, my job is going great, and I just keep getting better news about my health. Got the phone call from my mom that I knew would come soon. I made the decision to NOT talk to my mom about my sister's family's problems because I was burned year...

sash · sash

As you may know, my husband got out of detox on Thurs. He's been to at least one meeting a day since he left (Fri. he went to two). Last night he suggested that we attend this couples meeting. I didn't know what to expect because this is all so new for me. Basically, it is a meeting of mostly AA members and...

artgirl · artgirl

I am in a step study group and am responsible for going over Tradition 9. Can any of you very wise people give me some insite on how Tradition 9 can be applied to the Alanon program and to everyday life. By the way the 9th tradition is "Our groups ought never be organized; but we may create service b...

rtexas · rtexas

((((Everyone))))) Phil posted the other day about people pleasing and how to learn to say no. I have 2 major defects, people pleasing and the consequenses of saying yes when you mean no. And for a long long time, I considered that I had no choices about how my life went. Well, the 2 really go together. ...

afmom03 · afmom03

Hello Everyone!! It's been a long time since I've been here and I sure have missed the MIP board! My 90 day anniversary of leaving the AH is just a couple of days away now, and things are finally moving in the right direction for me. It hasn't been easy by a long shot......

JulieLynn · JulieLynn

I'm sitting here at 10:00 on a Saturday night still in my pajamas from this morning. I have been fighting depression all day. I go from sitting on the pitty pot to beating myself up for not seeing through the A and his manipulation. I've been through this so many times. Doing the same thing over and ov...

doxie · doxie

Oh I am so sick of this behavior that never changes. Both his AH and mine. AH is a dry drunk, I honestly think it was easier when he drank, then there was something to blame his stupid selfish behavior on, now it is easy to think it is my fault. But I won't go that route again, cause it isn't me, I am better than t...

RainyJamie · RainyJamie

My guess is pretty darn long. My A has been drunk every night for I don't know how long now. The worst was the night before last. He picked me up from work and even though he was driving "OK" I could tell he had a good buzz going by the way he rudely interrupted me and talked non stop. I do not believe...

hippietrippiechick · hippietrippiechick

Well, My A and I were supposed to get together, here, at my place to be together on his day off. I called a few times this AM, but got no answer. I was not feeling up to par, so I went back to sleep. Noonish, I checked my phone and he left a rage-ful, alcohol-full mean message. I did call back. I said to him he didn...

gardengal · gardengal

Oh man in the beginning of Alanon I did whatever it took, begging, crying, pleading, "making deals" so that I would get my way. It was especially hard for me to ASK for help around the house and all its chores it involves...so I would slam dishes around in the sink,,so the A would hear,,,,as h...

kerry5 · kerry5

The business Meeting that is schedule for tonight at 9pm est has been canceled. We have no agenda therefore no issues this month. Which isnt a bad thing in my opinion

Next business meeting is Scheduled for May the 5th 2007 My term is up as business chair this month so Maria123 will start as your ne...

lin0606 · lin0606

I made a mistake at work a couple of days ago that could have had serious consequences. Stupidity, carelessness "I'm in a hurry I'm sure it's fine" - it wasn't fine. Now, a few days on, it looks like the fallout will be minimal - none of the really bad consequences happened. However, I've ha...

debilyn · debilyn

I know this is going to sound strange, but would you post this to the board asking for prayers. I'm just to sad to. Nicholas was my best friend's son. All my friend keeps asking for is prayers. Thank you. http://www.wcnc.com/news/topstories/stories/wcnc-032607-krg-logging_fatal.309e40b...

melamom815 · melamom815

I got an email from my husband last night. (That is kind of a weird thing to say lol) Anyway, he and a friend of ours have been emailing each other back and forth about her husband. Her husband is also an A. She and I have basically the same story when it comes to our A husbands. I see alot of my old self in h...

DanieH · DanieH

AH called his sponser last night. His assignment is he needs to call him everyday for 30 days. Ughwere dreading this phone bill b/c this guy loves to talk. Each phone call has lasted an hour or more! His darn boss never picked him up for work this morning. AH called his recovering cousin and told him b...

serendipity · serendipity

I am feeling alot better. Tuesday was the last time I lost it and called my ex ah. I saw that there was a "trigger" that happened that made me feel the need to call him and be abused. So, when the triggers came up I prayed. Please take him, I am not in control, your will not mine, this situation is n...

maresie2 · maresie2

I know one reason that I put off this transition for so so long is that I knew it would be painful. I also knew I would resent the a even more. I know absolutely these days I cannot live with his self destructive, totally disrespectful, unloving behavior anymore. I am sick of being last on the list. I am al...

sash · sash

My husband got out today. I have decided to be cautiously optimistic. I see everyone's replies where they tell me to work on me and get myself well. honestly, it never even occurred to me that there was anything with me. In my case, I just couldn't take his crap anymore and I basically told him that if he d...

Friendofyours · Friendofyours

My house is up for bids at the courthouse, we borrowed the money from my FIL and went down and paid that foreclosure. But it didn't stop the vulchers from parking in front of my house taking pictures so they can pounce on it if it did go on the market. Mind you, I have children. So then we came up with the idea t...

Katy · Katy

Ok I been married and living with an active alchoholic for oh years before I ever knew about Alanon, so to this day I'm as crazy and as warped thinking as a person can get in those circumstances. Yep I done it all, I banked every wrong that he done to me with credit, and it would all spwe out of me time after tim...

HadEnuff · HadEnuff

Hi Everyone, I haven't written for a while and a lot has happened and nothing has changed. He admits only to me, that he's an alcoholic. He knows that it's not good for him. He does know that he's done and said things that have been extremely hurtful. He talks about quitting all the time, but o...

DanieH · DanieH

Last night, I was driving my AH to his meeting. I noticed he took his NA book. He mentioned they read from there...I thought that was strange. I thought he was going to AA meetings...no...its NA meetings. He said in AA meetings they dont want to hear about drugs at all..or at least thats what hes been t...

Phil · Phil

by Kali Munro, M.Ed., Psychotherapist, 2001(originally published at BodyTalk Magazine.com, Aug. 2001) Do you have trouble saying NO? Do you do things for other people but almost never ask anybody to do things for you? You may be a people pleaser. People pleasers think of other peoples needs before...

Reece · Reece

Okay ladies and gents...This is my first time here. My name is Teresa. I'm a 27 year old Michiganian married to an alcoholic who is in total denial of his disease and becoming increasingly depressed, angry, and emotionally abusive. Here's the long story about how I ended up here: Sunday night I we...

carolinagirl · carolinagirl

But at least I tried!

Rita G · Rita G

Yes, my dear friends, Today again, I am still powerless over people, places, things and situations. That beautiful eldest daughter. Let's call her AG. AG was arrested. She was already on probation, now a possible federal offense. We, her family, refused to bail her out. Her abusive boyfriend...

carolinagirl · carolinagirl

Well I got the car and wish I wouldn't have. It is missing 3rd and 4th gear so I really can't even sell it now. I took my new friend from work to get it and hopefully didn't scare her off with the 50 rum bottles and needles that were all over. It was truly awful and so embarrassing. I have been feeling resen...

ollie · ollie

Hi Family, I dont post often but im with you all every day reading and i hope learning,i have a question i hope you can help me with. We have been back together now since xmas,in this time our house has been drink free. Things have been a hundred percent better,he is doing his best to please ,but with no job,...

Tiger2006 · Tiger2006

Oh this week has abosolutely SUCKED. Just sucked. First there were the phone messages on my cell from the past 48 hours. A sampling: "I've decided that, in light of your behavior and attitude, it would just be best for everyone if you just didn't come home anymore. Just call me when the tuition...

Feather · Feather

It's sad how this rotten disease progresses, slowly but surely. As many of you may remember my A and I are separated, we have 3 children and when he is sober he is welcome to spend time with us all. (He is a binge drinker) Our 16yo daughter is proving to be handful with the usual teen rebellion. Anyway had a...

DanieH · DanieH

My name is Danielle and Im 31 years old. Ive been married for almost 6 years, but weve been together for 12. We have a 2 1/2 year old daughter and Im 6 months pregnant w/ our 2nd girl. My husband just currently realized hes an alcoholic. I always knew something was different, but obviously I cannot tell him...

artygirl · artygirl

Hello I just wanted to give you a quick update. I haven't been posting much lately. My divorce from my A/Cokehead husband was finalized in court on Monday. It wasn't easy... but it's done. It was supposed to be final last Monday, but at the very last minute (last Monday morning), my AH hired a lawyer...

Rita G · Rita G

It has been one year ago today that I joined the wonderful MIP family. Wow, seems like a lot longer. Just wanted to take a moment to say "Thanks" Thanks for adding to my recovery. I have gained so much just by being a member. I have been able to do some service work, learned more about Al-Anon, ge...

carolinagirl · carolinagirl

Well now I'm kicking myself in the hiney for giving him that car as myself and my new coworker friend have to go out to myrtle beach today to pick it up from the impound. I got the call from him last night, he's in jail. This time for larceny, maybe more we'll see. The cop asked me if he was diabetic, apparentl...

TLC2 · TLC2

Took son back to the city to see the specialist. He has inflamation in his eye and was given a steroid for it. The doc couldn't tell us yet how he is going to make out as far as his vision is concerned. I went back to son's last night to give him his meds (he isn't able to do it himself) while his fiancee wasat wor...

sash · sash

This is his third day in detox. He already sounds better. He will be there another 3-4 days and then he is enrolled in an intensive out-patient programs. We have dealt with his alcoholism for the las two years and I was really giving up hope. Finally he admitted his problem and agreed to go to rehab. I am tr...

Reece · Reece

Me again... Just asking for any opinions on which book related to Al-anon you would recommend the most. I'm looking to buy just one book right now (or check it out from the library) as I'm in a really tight financial situation currently. So what book would you recommend the most for someone new to Al-a...

Hopeless in AZ · Hopeless in AZ

Hello, I am new here and would like to share my story and get any advice/support and or hear from others who can relate. I grew up with an alcoholic father all my life. He isn't the kind that drinks everyday but rather has a binge once, twice, or three times a year, usually lasting between 2-4 weeks. Someti...

still searching · still searching

I am calling a attorney today to set up a appointment so I can find out where I stand on legal and money issues. I want to have a full time job with benefits so that I can take care of myself and the children. I have not worked for the last 10 years, as I have been a stay at home Mom. I really was trying to wait to do a...

Karilynn · Karilynn

((((Family)))), Well I've been having one of those "moments" when I know I must be getting better. I've had a very busy weekend and start of the week with no end in sight. Most of you know that I work retail, and right now it is the second busiest time of the year for footwear next to back to schoo...

maresie2 · maresie2

I am about 50-60% moved. there is of course numerous stuff that is left "hanging" as normal with the A. He can't have any pressure put on him but doesn't seem to feel the same way about putting pressure on me. The issue is for me that I am still looking for him to spring forth as the man he claimed t...

Seeker · Seeker

My son is 47 years old and an alcoholic. He's been drinking since he was 17. Needless to say, I've learned a lot over the years, but , maybe not enough? Let me say here that he has a genetic disposition for mental disorders. The worst (at least known) is bi-polar with manic overtones.Several bl...

kicky · kicky

I'm dating again, after 7 years with my ex-A. Ironically, this new person(an old friend)is in AA and has been sober 2 years. Long history...enough said. But the issue here is me. I'm trying to manipulate this relationship. It is obvious he likes me. And he likes my attention. But he is very concentrate...

babysteps · babysteps

He is so emotionally fragile that I can't share the burden of anything with him. If our finances suck (which they do, in a very scary way), it is my responsibility. If I am feeling low, afraid, lonely, mad...my problem. Last week I wrote about how he has recognized that he reacts too strongly to how I am fe...

babysteps · babysteps

I am having a tough one. I am having my period to begin with (sorry guys), and my hormones are making it hard to cope with reality. My AH has been on another bender. It's kind of funny that I call it that because in reality he drinks non-stop for 3 weeks until he is sick as a dog, spends a few days recovering, th...

hippietrippiechick · hippietrippiechick

She cuts herself too, like I used to. Self Mutililation. Another issue that makes me want someone to untie my hands about all this. I don't have custody of her and am in no shape to be there for her 24/7.

carolinagirl · carolinagirl

Well, I was awakened by a call this morning from my A husband's new $20 an hr. job asking if I had seen him, he hasn't been to work in two days and this is their emergency contact... I had to tell them sorry don't know... I called his sponsor and he had kicked him out on Friday I guess for being...

EarthAngel · EarthAngel

I recently found out Iam pregnant. Ive been married for one year now and the marriage has been both wonderful and challenging. My husband is addicted to pot. Now, I am worried about bringing a baby into this situation. I am feeling sick to my stomach every time I smell the pot smoke now. I worry that my hus...

Friendofyours · Friendofyours

It's funny because this round of sobriety I've actually lost count of the days. I hope that's a plus. I get loving phone calls everday, I get sweet text messages. Our every other weekend visits are going better then planned. The kids are seeing a new couple blossom before their little eyes. Having him l...

serendipity · serendipity

the psycologist from my 12 year old's schol called today. someone's mom called her and told her that my daughter has been "cutting" herself. i met a girl last year who was a "cutter" she had alot of other problems but cutting herself was her compulsion. i was blindsided by this in...

lilms · lilms

((((Friends))))) It is March 27th. I just found out a few minutes ago that yet another person I have known for years and whom I loved died on March 18th. He died of liver failure (not alcohol related). On top of being shocked and incredibly sad I am also perplexed and possibly a little angry. ...

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	Just Being There (Preview) Hi (((((Family))))) I got the following in an email and thought it had a beautiful message so decided to share it with you. (Have the kleenex ready, I needed it!) A nurse took the tired, anxious serviceman to the bedside of her patient. "Your son is here," she said to the old man. She had to rep...	david62	10	580	Apr 2, 2007 by MaggiG
	1 week (Preview) Yesterday was exactly 1 week that AH has been clean. I know you have to take one day at a time, but Im sooo proud of him. He was suppose to go to a meeting w/ his cousin friday night, but his cousin got home late, so the 3 of us went food shopping instead. Of course, we had to drive through the college area, so a bu...	DanieH	8	410	Apr 2, 2007 by albertarose
	Passover (Preview) (((((((((Family)))))))), Just wanted to wish all of you who celebrate Passover this week, a blessed and joyous Passover. I have been honored to observe it and participate in it with dear friends, and it truly is wonderful. Love and blessings to you and your families. Live strong, Karilynn & Pi...	Karilynn	4	336	Apr 2, 2007 by Leetle
	My friend shot himself last night... (Preview) One of my closest guy friends, Eric, shot himself last night. There were no signs... I haven't even really had a chance to talk to him since I left school months ago...Every once in a while, we'd talk on the phone, and he even came to visit the kids after the twins were born. He never led on any indication th...	Miranda	15	819	Apr 2, 2007 by TLC2
	making a change (Preview) I posted earlier about how it sucked that I was working nights while A hung out and worked on his beer belly. A few people replied that I need to hold my priorities; take care of me, my family, and my home. I appreciate this and it is a good way to keep things in perspective. I switched my scheduling. I work...	RainyJamie	1	333	Apr 2, 2007 by Barbs45
	being out of the way of the A (Preview) I have just been gone a few days and come back to get a few more things. The house is a real mess. The A immediately steps in with what I have contributed to the mess as soon as I get in the door. The electricity is going to be cut off. He just lays around and watches the few channels he can get on TV. His favori...	maresie2	9	503	Apr 2, 2007 by megan
	new here...feel so alone (Preview) Hi I just found this board and read some. I felt after reading some posts that so many people would understand what I was going through and right now I feel like nobody does. He has been drinking for the last 2 years, it has gotten worse and worse. He blames me for EVERYTHING, it's always my fault, he's neve...	lonelymom	9	616	Apr 2, 2007 by gardengal
	WATCH HOW I'M GROWING (Preview) (((((((((((((((((((((yo roomies))))))))))))))))))))))) WOW!!!! I feel as if I have been on a journey the last few weeks. I have grown so much in my life...Also I have grown up...lol Well, my anti-deps are working, I'm accepting I am just like everyone else "Normal"..... I...	ally	5	625	Apr 2, 2007 by CJ
	Can't seem to catch a break (Preview) I'm feeling like things are pretty hopeless right now. Like I said last month, my husband left me, found out he's been talking to another woman....just talking he says and says he has stopped talking to her and that he will not have any contact with her again. But he still doesn't want to get back togethe...	Jayda	4	548	Apr 2, 2007 by Karilynn
	News about my niece and sister (Preview) I am continuing to rebuild a much happier life- moved into a new house, my job is going great, and I just keep getting better news about my health. Got the phone call from my mom that I knew would come soon. I made the decision to NOT talk to my mom about my sister's family's problems because I was burned year...	donewithitallandhappy	1	509	Apr 2, 2007 by Karilynn
	Attended a couples meeting last night (Preview) As you may know, my husband got out of detox on Thurs. He's been to at least one meeting a day since he left (Fri. he went to two). Last night he suggested that we attend this couples meeting. I didn't know what to expect because this is all so new for me. Basically, it is a meeting of mostly AA members and...	sash	4	615	Apr 2, 2007 by DanieH
	9th Tradition (Preview) I am in a step study group and am responsible for going over Tradition 9. Can any of you very wise people give me some insite on how Tradition 9 can be applied to the Alanon program and to everyday life. By the way the 9th tradition is "Our groups ought never be organized; but we may create service b...	artgirl	9	8804	Apr 2, 2007 by Rita G
	People pleasing and feeling trapped (Preview) ((((Everyone))))) Phil posted the other day about people pleasing and how to learn to say no. I have 2 major defects, people pleasing and the consequenses of saying yes when you mean no. And for a long long time, I considered that I had no choices about how my life went. Well, the 2 really go together. ...	rtexas	5	989	Apr 2, 2007 by twinmom2
	He Wishes! (Preview) Hello Everyone!! It's been a long time since I've been here and I sure have missed the MIP board! My 90 day anniversary of leaving the AH is just a couple of days away now, and things are finally moving in the right direction for me. It hasn't been easy by a long shot......	afmom03	2	352	Apr 2, 2007 by CJ
	I am feeling down tonight (Preview) I'm sitting here at 10:00 on a Saturday night still in my pajamas from this morning. I have been fighting depression all day. I go from sitting on the pitty pot to beating myself up for not seeing through the A and his manipulation. I've been through this so many times. Doing the same thing over and ov...	JulieLynn	5	485	Apr 1, 2007 by marmare
	Oh me oh my.....I have to quit this (Preview) Oh I am so sick of this behavior that never changes. Both his AH and mine. AH is a dry drunk, I honestly think it was easier when he drank, then there was something to blame his stupid selfish behavior on, now it is easy to think it is my fault. But I won't go that route again, cause it isn't me, I am better than t...	doxie	6	526	Apr 1, 2007 by Maria123
	how long can this go on? (Preview) My guess is pretty darn long. My A has been drunk every night for I don't know how long now. The worst was the night before last. He picked me up from work and even though he was driving "OK" I could tell he had a good buzz going by the way he rudely interrupted me and talked non stop. I do not believe...	RainyJamie	6	777	Apr 1, 2007 by aunitedway
	Confronted my A--no visit 2--day (Preview) Well, My A and I were supposed to get together, here, at my place to be together on his day off. I called a few times this AM, but got no answer. I was not feeling up to par, so I went back to sleep. Noonish, I checked my phone and he left a rage-ful, alcohol-full mean message. I did call back. I said to him he didn...	hippietrippiechick	2	452	Apr 1, 2007 by hippietrippiechick
	DO YOU GUILT TRIP OTHERS INTO DOING THINGS YOUR WAY? (Preview) Oh man in the beginning of Alanon I did whatever it took, begging, crying, pleading, "making deals" so that I would get my way. It was especially hard for me to ASK for help around the house and all its chores it involves...so I would slam dishes around in the sink,,so the A would hear,,,,as h...	gardengal	9	753	Apr 1, 2007 by TLM
	April Business Meeting Canceled (Preview) The business Meeting that is schedule for tonight at 9pm est has been canceled. We have no agenda therefore no issues this month. Which isnt a bad thing in my opinion Next business meeting is Scheduled for May the 5th 2007 My term is up as business chair this month so Maria123 will start as your ne...	kerry5	0	292	Apr 1, 2007 by kerry5
	I did something wrong (Preview) I made a mistake at work a couple of days ago that could have had serious consequences. Stupidity, carelessness "I'm in a hurry I'm sure it's fine" - it wasn't fine. Now, a few days on, it looks like the fallout will be minimal - none of the really bad consequences happened. However, I've ha...	lin0606	5	615	Apr 1, 2007 by lin0606
	For Luna (Preview) I know this is going to sound strange, but would you post this to the board asking for prayers. I'm just to sad to. Nicholas was my best friend's son. All my friend keeps asking for is prayers. Thank you. http://www.wcnc.com/news/topstories/stories/wcnc-032607-krg-logging_fatal.309e40b...	debilyn	10	470	Mar 31, 2007 by carolena
	Odd thing happened last night (Preview) I got an email from my husband last night. (That is kind of a weird thing to say lol) Anyway, he and a friend of ours have been emailing each other back and forth about her husband. Her husband is also an A. She and I have basically the same story when it comes to our A husbands. I see alot of my old self in h...	melamom815	7	753	Mar 31, 2007 by lin0606
	Progress (Preview) AH called his sponser last night. His assignment is he needs to call him everyday for 30 days. Ughwere dreading this phone bill b/c this guy loves to talk. Each phone call has lasted an hour or more! His darn boss never picked him up for work this morning. AH called his recovering cousin and told him b...	DanieH	9	514	Mar 30, 2007 by debilyn
	better (Preview) I am feeling alot better. Tuesday was the last time I lost it and called my ex ah. I saw that there was a "trigger" that happened that made me feel the need to call him and be abused. So, when the triggers came up I prayed. Please take him, I am not in control, your will not mine, this situation is n...	serendipity	3	380	Mar 30, 2007 by debilyn
	transitioning is painful (Preview) I know one reason that I put off this transition for so so long is that I knew it would be painful. I also knew I would resent the a even more. I know absolutely these days I cannot live with his self destructive, totally disrespectful, unloving behavior anymore. I am sick of being last on the list. I am al...	maresie2	7	550	Mar 30, 2007 by maresie2
	Husband now out of detox (Preview) My husband got out today. I have decided to be cautiously optimistic. I see everyone's replies where they tell me to work on me and get myself well. honestly, it never even occurred to me that there was anything with me. In my case, I just couldn't take his crap anymore and I basically told him that if he d...	sash	8	655	Mar 30, 2007 by Tiger2006
	Ok Tiger2006............I'm joining the sucky week bandwagon. (Preview) My house is up for bids at the courthouse, we borrowed the money from my FIL and went down and paid that foreclosure. But it didn't stop the vulchers from parking in front of my house taking pictures so they can pounce on it if it did go on the market. Mind you, I have children. So then we came up with the idea t...	Friendofyours	4	458	Mar 30, 2007 by Tiger2006
	Sobriety! ye right (Preview) Ok I been married and living with an active alchoholic for oh years before I ever knew about Alanon, so to this day I'm as crazy and as warped thinking as a person can get in those circumstances. Yep I done it all, I banked every wrong that he done to me with credit, and it would all spwe out of me time after tim...	Katy	3	508	Mar 30, 2007 by Tiger2006
	Am I Just REALLY Confused??? (Preview) Hi Everyone, I haven't written for a while and a lot has happened and nothing has changed. He admits only to me, that he's an alcoholic. He knows that it's not good for him. He does know that he's done and said things that have been extremely hurtful. He talks about quitting all the time, but o...	HadEnuff	5	519	Mar 30, 2007 by DanieH
	I didnt realize (Preview) Last night, I was driving my AH to his meeting. I noticed he took his NA book. He mentioned they read from there...I thought that was strange. I thought he was going to AA meetings...no...its NA meetings. He said in AA meetings they dont want to hear about drugs at all..or at least thats what hes been t...	DanieH	9	672	Mar 30, 2007 by DanieH
	People Pleasing....Having Trouble Saying "NO" ? (Preview) by Kali Munro, M.Ed., Psychotherapist, 2001(originally published at BodyTalk Magazine.com, Aug. 2001) Do you have trouble saying NO? Do you do things for other people but almost never ask anybody to do things for you? You may be a people pleaser. People pleasers think of other peoples needs before...	Phil	4	1072	Mar 30, 2007 by annmarie
	Newbie here...warning, this is gonna be LONG... (Preview) Okay ladies and gents...This is my first time here. My name is Teresa. I'm a 27 year old Michiganian married to an alcoholic who is in total denial of his disease and becoming increasingly depressed, angry, and emotionally abusive. Here's the long story about how I ended up here: Sunday night I we...	Reece	12	586	Mar 29, 2007 by maresie2
	They won't give me the check... (Preview) But at least I tried!	carolinagirl	8	798	Mar 29, 2007 by maresie2
	Still Powerless (Preview) Yes, my dear friends, Today again, I am still powerless over people, places, things and situations. That beautiful eldest daughter. Let's call her AG. AG was arrested. She was already on probation, now a possible federal offense. We, her family, refused to bail her out. Her abusive boyfriend...	Rita G	6	495	Mar 29, 2007 by Karilynn
	Update.... (Preview) Well I got the car and wish I wouldn't have. It is missing 3rd and 4th gear so I really can't even sell it now. I took my new friend from work to get it and hopefully didn't scare her off with the 50 rum bottles and needles that were all over. It was truly awful and so embarrassing. I have been feeling resen...	carolinagirl	8	538	Mar 29, 2007 by aunitedway
	IS THIS NORMAL (Preview) Hi Family, I dont post often but im with you all every day reading and i hope learning,i have a question i hope you can help me with. We have been back together now since xmas,in this time our house has been drink free. Things have been a hundred percent better,he is doing his best to please ,but with no job,...	ollie	4	433	Mar 29, 2007 by ollie
	My week has absolutely SUCKED...and I can't stop laughing! (Preview) Oh this week has abosolutely SUCKED. Just sucked. First there were the phone messages on my cell from the past 48 hours. A sampling: "I've decided that, in light of your behavior and attitude, it would just be best for everyone if you just didn't come home anymore. Just call me when the tuition...	Tiger2006	6	482	Mar 29, 2007 by debilyn
	Still shaking my head..... (Preview) It's sad how this rotten disease progresses, slowly but surely. As many of you may remember my A and I are separated, we have 3 children and when he is sober he is welcome to spend time with us all. (He is a binge drinker) Our 16yo daughter is proving to be handful with the usual teen rebellion. Anyway had a...	Feather	5	380	Mar 29, 2007 by Tiger2006
	New here (Preview) My name is Danielle and Im 31 years old. Ive been married for almost 6 years, but weve been together for 12. We have a 2 1/2 year old daughter and Im 6 months pregnant w/ our 2nd girl. My husband just currently realized hes an alcoholic. I always knew something was different, but obviously I cannot tell him...	DanieH	8	483	Mar 29, 2007 by carosie
	Moving on... (Preview) Hello I just wanted to give you a quick update. I haven't been posting much lately. My divorce from my A/Cokehead husband was finalized in court on Monday. It wasn't easy... but it's done. It was supposed to be final last Monday, but at the very last minute (last Monday morning), my AH hired a lawyer...	artygirl	7	481	Mar 29, 2007 by artygirl
	One Year (Preview) It has been one year ago today that I joined the wonderful MIP family. Wow, seems like a lot longer. Just wanted to take a moment to say "Thanks" Thanks for adding to my recovery. I have gained so much just by being a member. I have been able to do some service work, learned more about Al-Anon, ge...	Rita G	6	417	Mar 29, 2007 by maire rua
	He's in jail again and the car is impounded... (Preview) Well now I'm kicking myself in the hiney for giving him that car as myself and my new coworker friend have to go out to myrtle beach today to pick it up from the impound. I got the call from him last night, he's in jail. This time for larceny, maybe more we'll see. The cop asked me if he was diabetic, apparentl...	carolinagirl	8	523	Mar 29, 2007 by maire rua
	UPDATE ON SON (Preview) Took son back to the city to see the specialist. He has inflamation in his eye and was given a steroid for it. The doc couldn't tell us yet how he is going to make out as far as his vision is concerned. I went back to son's last night to give him his meds (he isn't able to do it himself) while his fiancee wasat wor...	TLC2	4	460	Mar 28, 2007 by wp
	My husband is currently in detox (Preview) This is his third day in detox. He already sounds better. He will be there another 3-4 days and then he is enrolled in an intensive out-patient programs. We have dealt with his alcoholism for the las two years and I was really giving up hope. Finally he admitted his problem and agreed to go to rehab. I am tr...	sash	8	566	Mar 28, 2007 by sash
	Newbie strikes again (Preview) Me again... Just asking for any opinions on which book related to Al-anon you would recommend the most. I'm looking to buy just one book right now (or check it out from the library) as I'm in a really tight financial situation currently. So what book would you recommend the most for someone new to Al-a...	Reece	5	411	Mar 28, 2007 by canadianguy
	My Story....... (Preview) Hello, I am new here and would like to share my story and get any advice/support and or hear from others who can relate. I grew up with an alcoholic father all my life. He isn't the kind that drinks everyday but rather has a binge once, twice, or three times a year, usually lasting between 2-4 weeks. Someti...	Hopeless in AZ	7	750	Mar 28, 2007 by Hopeless in AZ
	attorney (Preview) I am calling a attorney today to set up a appointment so I can find out where I stand on legal and money issues. I want to have a full time job with benefits so that I can take care of myself and the children. I have not worked for the last 10 years, as I have been a stay at home Mom. I really was trying to wait to do a...	still searching	6	1186	Mar 28, 2007 by Leetle
	Learning to say NO w/o the guilt. (Preview) ((((Family)))), Well I've been having one of those "moments" when I know I must be getting better. I've had a very busy weekend and start of the week with no end in sight. Most of you know that I work retail, and right now it is the second busiest time of the year for footwear next to back to schoo...	Karilynn	4	546	Mar 28, 2007 by Rita G
	when you are out the door and still looking for him to change (Preview) I am about 50-60% moved. there is of course numerous stuff that is left "hanging" as normal with the A. He can't have any pressure put on him but doesn't seem to feel the same way about putting pressure on me. The issue is for me that I am still looking for him to spring forth as the man he claimed t...	maresie2	6	483	Mar 28, 2007 by maresie2
	need information (Preview) My son is 47 years old and an alcoholic. He's been drinking since he was 17. Needless to say, I've learned a lot over the years, but , maybe not enough? Let me say here that he has a genetic disposition for mental disorders. The worst (at least known) is bi-polar with manic overtones.Several bl...	Seeker	9	546	Mar 28, 2007 by canadianguy
	Still trying to control...when will I learn? (Preview) I'm dating again, after 7 years with my ex-A. Ironically, this new person(an old friend)is in AA and has been sober 2 years. Long history...enough said. But the issue here is me. I'm trying to manipulate this relationship. It is obvious he likes me. And he likes my attention. But he is very concentrate...	kicky	3	413	Mar 28, 2007 by Rita G
	One more thing... (Preview) He is so emotionally fragile that I can't share the burden of anything with him. If our finances suck (which they do, in a very scary way), it is my responsibility. If I am feeling low, afraid, lonely, mad...my problem. Last week I wrote about how he has recognized that he reacts too strongly to how I am fe...	babysteps	1	251	Mar 28, 2007 by Rita G
	Having a hard day (Preview) I am having a tough one. I am having my period to begin with (sorry guys), and my hormones are making it hard to cope with reality. My AH has been on another bender. It's kind of funny that I call it that because in reality he drinks non-stop for 3 weeks until he is sick as a dog, spends a few days recovering, th...	babysteps	2	307	Mar 28, 2007 by Tiger2006
	Something dangerous I did not mention about my daughter (Preview) She cuts herself too, like I used to. Self Mutililation. Another issue that makes me want someone to untie my hands about all this. I don't have custody of her and am in no shape to be there for her 24/7.	hippietrippiechick	4	517	Mar 28, 2007 by hippietrippiechick
	got a call this morning... (Preview) Well, I was awakened by a call this morning from my A husband's new $20 an hr. job asking if I had seen him, he hasn't been to work in two days and this is their emergency contact... I had to tell them sorry don't know... I called his sponsor and he had kicked him out on Friday I guess for being...	carolinagirl	5	514	Mar 28, 2007 by TLC2
	Recent Pregnancy (Preview) I recently found out Iam pregnant. Ive been married for one year now and the marriage has been both wonderful and challenging. My husband is addicted to pot. Now, I am worried about bringing a baby into this situation. I am feeling sick to my stomach every time I smell the pot smoke now. I worry that my hus...	EarthAngel	3	438	Mar 28, 2007 by Rita G
	My hope is still floating :) (Preview) It's funny because this round of sobriety I've actually lost count of the days. I hope that's a plus. I get loving phone calls everday, I get sweet text messages. Our every other weekend visits are going better then planned. The kids are seeing a new couple blossom before their little eyes. Having him l...	Friendofyours	4	325	Mar 28, 2007 by Friendofyours
	i did it again!(kinda long) (Preview) the psycologist from my 12 year old's schol called today. someone's mom called her and told her that my daughter has been "cutting" herself. i met a girl last year who was a "cutter" she had alot of other problems but cutting herself was her compulsion. i was blindsided by this in...	serendipity	4	394	Mar 28, 2007 by carolinagirl
	ESH Needed, not alcohol related, sorry long (Preview) ((((Friends))))) It is March 27th. I just found out a few minutes ago that yet another person I have known for years and whom I loved died on March 18th. He died of liver failure (not alcohol related). On top of being shocked and incredibly sad I am also perplexed and possibly a little angry. ...	lilms	5	421	Mar 28, 2007 by Rita G
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