Al-Anon Family Group - Al-Anon Family Group

david62 · david62

Hello Family, Here I am. This is my 3rd Thanksgiving as a grateful member of Al-Anon and my 3rd Thanksgiving with all of you here at Miracles in Progress. I cannot believe it has been this long already. I also can't believe its only been that long...if you catch my drifting..

. That firs...

Elly · Elly

I'm struggling with step 4. It fills me with fear because I don't know where to start. I don't know 'exactly' what to do or how to do it. (but I know I need to) Can somebody please give me a push in the right direction? Overwhelmed Elly

barisax · barisax

Alcoholism is a form of insanity. The second step alludes to this. While alcoholism is frequently compared to other diseases like diabetes, when it comes to sanity, alcoholism (an drug addiction) defy logic when it comes to the behavior of the person afflicted. Diabetes can be measured by several m...

Tiger2006 · Tiger2006

RAMSEY, N.J. - Some wild turkeys, it appears, were trying to get out of New Jersey before Thanksgiving Day. A spokesman for the NJ Transit said train officials reported a dozen or so wild turkeys waiting on a station platform in Ramsey, about 20 miles northwest of New York City, on Wednesday afternoon...

mac57 · mac57

Happy Thanksgiving to all my roomies. I am so very glad to have you in my life. Isn't it hard to believe I wasn't here last Thanksgiving? It is for me, it seems I've been here forever, because that's how much you mean to me. Here is my Thanksgiving anagram: Truly Happy Heartfelt Compassion Ascendi...

Andrea12 · Andrea12

Hello Friends, Happy Thanksgiving to all of you....it is a day to reflect......to look at what we have to be thankful for.....I have my kids...that is what I am being Thankful for today......I am not alone..... Let's all take a moment and say a prayer for all of those out there who are suffer...

Mobirdie · Mobirdie

The holidays around my house are difficult for me. We have two sons one is an A/da and the other doesn't want anything to do with the A/da. Not that I could get them in the same town anyway and the one that is clean never comes around. The last few years we have had to invite ourselves to h...

sandie123 · sandie123

I wanted to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving and to thank everyone for being here. I did an ABC Gratitude list last night of all my alanon family... the list was incredible! It helped me to see that I was NOT alone (I am only as alone as I allow myself be). I am glad that my life is incorporated within this g...

Mobirdie · Mobirdie

Count your blessings instead of your crosses; Count your gains instead of your losses. Count your joys instead of your woes; Count your friends instead of your foes. Count your smiles instead of your tears; Count your courage instead of your fears. Count your full years instead of your lean; Count yo...

Messy · Messy

I have only been on this board for a week and I already feel like... hey I can do this... I can feel sane again. I may not know any of by name or know what you look like, but my gosh do I feel like I belong to a family! In these 5 days home life has not been grand... but I look forward to coming here ever...

lilms · lilms

(((((((((((((((MIP FAMILY)))))))))))))))))) Happy Thanksgiving to my American family. I love and appreciate all of you and hope you have the best holiday ever. lilms

Jennifer · Jennifer

My families, biological, chosen, and Alanon. My health and sanity. My Sully and the memories of my Jasper. The quiet peaceful day I will have today. For finding the parts of myself I had lost. All of the small blessings my HP gives me everyday. I hope you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving!...

lovette · lovette

Hello my dear family, I want to offer to you all, for your wisdom, your guidance, your thoughts my interpretation of THANKS. I shared this at my f2f meeting this morning and was overwhelmed at how beautifully it was interpreted and expanded upon by all who were there. Knowing that this time of year...

annmarie · annmarie

Hi All, We're breaking up. I leave soon. He has been off with this drinking buddies every weekend for months now. Hardly even a call. He goes for days at a time. I have endured all the worry and all the rest. He just comes back when the money runs out. I feel sad, and yes I am resentful and feel used. I'm not han...

Dolphin123 · Dolphin123

Hi all, I am at work and don't have the link to contact all the other room OPs. I am unable to chair on Friday the 24th. I will be away from my cpu and I thought I could swing it, but I won't be able to. I hope all of my alanon family has a safe and happy Thanksgiving. Yours in recovery, ...

Maria123 · Maria123

Happy Thanksgiving Y'all, I get by with a lil help from my friends

http://www.jacquielawson.com/viewcard.asp?code=HY27482779

ally · ally

(((((((((((((((((roomies)))))))))))))))))))))))) I am Scottish and dont know much about your Traditions(lol) But I Just wanted to wish you all a HAPPY THANKSGIVING. I know It brings all people together, families and what not, so ENJOY your day, and most Importantly, have FUN. Safe dri...

peewee · peewee

If this appears twice, apologies. This card fell off my table today and was staring me in the face, so I thought it meant I should share it for the holiday. Since many friends and families of A's seem to find that these winter holidays trigger drama with the A, it will be good to...

kismetstrand · kismetstrand

I'm having a really hard time right now. My program tells me to be honest and say how I feel. I'm having a really hard time now. I know my slogans and tools. I know it is my choice whether or not to make it a good day. I know I can change my attitude. I know it works when I do. But I'm so tired. I'm so..... unhappy/h...

Peggy7 · Peggy7

By silently withdrawing into myself, isolating myself from others, I show anger in a passive way. I am: angry over some real or perceived offense. incapable of venting my anger openly and prefer to remain silent. afraid of an outburst of anger, afraid I'll be unable to stop. stuffing my feelings to st...

DT1221 · DT1221

Raven, if you are out there and want to talk please let me know.... DT1221

lmt123 · lmt123

Thanks to you all who shared what your plans are for Turkey Day! I hope everyone gets to rest a bit afterward.

Kathi

babysteps · babysteps

What is wrong with me? Several times today I have critisized my AH in a way that I know is going to belittle him. First I told him his work wasn't getting the attention it needed. Then I told him his pants were dirty. Now I just asked him if he has a buzz! I know these are such little things, but if they were...

marmare · marmare

Well the job I accepted last week was a job but not the best of jobs for me personally. I continued to work and pray for some guidance. I interviewed on Monday for a sales position. It was a great interview, lasted just over an hour. I was offered the position this morning and ac...

lmt123 · lmt123

Just wanted to wish everyone a safe and happy Thanksgiving! I also wanted to say that I am thankful for everyone of you beautiful, loving creatures here.

I am cooking this year as MIL is having knee problems. I decided to do it at the last minute (last week, LOL), so therefor...

Elizabeth M · Elizabeth M

Last night my AH went to drop off something and came home three hours later. He wasn’t fall down drunk but wasn’t sober either. I was upset and stressed because we have been so distant lately and the previous 2 nights we had made baby steps trying to reconnect. Upset that he chose to s...

QOD · QOD

I just wanted to say thank you to EVERYONE here at MIP. Your responses to my crisis was wonderful and truly did help me. My AH showed up sometime yesterday while I was at work. When my 13 year old son got home, he was asleep in the den. By the time I got home w/my 4 year old daughter,...

twinmom2 · twinmom2

(((MIP Family))) May each of you have a blessed Thanksgiving Day where ever you are... and with whom ever you choose to spend it with. I'm thankful for this website and each of you who have been supportive and honest. I'll be with my family and lots of extended family this year. ...

Andrea12 · Andrea12

I don't know what the hell is wrong with me......I know for no doubt my husband is gone to me...this I know....I can't seem know this in my heart......I keep trying to see a glimpse of him somewhere........I think I do....and then in a second he is cracking and drinking again...... I thought I h...

Gailey · Gailey

Something seems to be happening with my A son! And....I have nothing to do with it!!! I can really see this program working big time for me. I think when I first came here I use to think that I would never get to where most of these folks were if the A was to continue drinking. I was doomed to a life of worry...

Peggy7 · Peggy7

Why is it that optimists seem to be so much happier than pessimists? There is something really wonderful about optimists. They're fun to be around, aren't they? No matter how bad their situation, optimists can always find something to enjoy - usually simple things like the taste of a go...

twinkie · twinkie

I'm back again feeling very stressed the past few days. I don't even know what's triggering this or where to begin. But I'm not feeling well and feel a lot of negativity and want to vent. I know that is not healthy and I feel miserable afterwards. I finally got a counselor to help me...

carolinagirl · carolinagirl

What is it about the stupid holidays that make us feel obliged to deal with these people. Mind you if we didn't have kids together I would have said hell no! But since we do I feel obligated to let him see his kids on the holidays. I really don't want him to come and think we would have&nb...

Lanchas · Lanchas

It seems we have some new comers, so I thought I'd tell my story again, especially since it's changed a little. I've been on this board for 1 year, 8 months, 11 days. So here's my story: I am an only child. My mom has been an A all my life - even while she had me.

From the time I was a baby to...

Lanchas · Lanchas

Home for Thanksgivng break. Really nervous about how Thanksgiving will be since my mom is crushed about the lack of family coming. Hoping to have a good break despite things. Since I'm home I'll be on here more so if anyone needs to talk or anything send me a message. Lanchas

hersh · hersh

(((Everyone))) Thanks so much for being here this year. You all have wonderful support and I have learned so much here - I can't tell you how this board and you wonderful souls have saved me so many times. AH is back, he is 24 days sober and he is acting like his wonderful self again. It is...

rtexas · rtexas

(((((Everyone))))) I need some help in dealing with my AW's self-pity. I know this is common, and I know she is not happy right now for many reasons. This weekend I just couldn't keep my mouth closed. Every conversation with her has become how much her life sucks. I feel for her...

Maria123 · Maria123

What a beautiful new song from Martina McBridge ------- hmmmmmmmmm, I wonder if she's in program

You can spend your whole life buildin' Something from nothin One storm could come and blow it all away Build it anyway You could chase a dream That seems so out of reach And you...

carolinagirl · carolinagirl

I feel the sucking of getting sucked into drama all around me. My MIL called at 12:30am to tell me her lost baby called collect last night and then emailed me at 130am saying that he told her it would cost $900 to get the truck out of impound. I called last friday and it was $465. Today I c...

BlueCloud · BlueCloud

(((((All)))))), I have been thinking about a concept brought up by a group member in one of my home groups. She talked one night of how we often in a relationship give people 'custody' of things. Giving someone 'custody' is not always a bad thing, in fact if it's balanced and in context of a healthy fam...

Rita G · Rita G

So I went to lunch at a local restaurant, as I was leaving in walked my A daughter & her abusive boyfriend. The boyfriend ignored me - but my daughter did acknowledge me. We hugged & did the typical "Hey, how are you?, What are you doing?" She said, "I'll call you later" Geez - I felt lik...

Violeta · Violeta

So, my Abf and I went to a party on saturday. When I picked him up from lunch, he already had a few drinks in him. We got to the party and he started drinking more and more and then I recognized in his face he had done coke. He started to pick a fight with a co-worker, a huge argument started and the party was ruin...

horselover58 · horselover58

I have a situation and would like any ideas. My husband's claim is that in a 2 1/2 hour time frame, he consumed about 6 beers, last beer about 8-8:30pm. He got a call at 2:45 am to go to work. He drives tractor trailer. Is he still legally drunk? That was Friday night into Saturday morning. Then Saturda...

HereIam · HereIam

Seriously. About a year ago sister and I put together a lot of pieces and well! what a whole we found. Dear old Mom, the martyr, was quite the drinking girl. As is so often the case, the hard part is separating her outrageous (drunken) behavior from her awful betrayals as a sober person. Which ca...

ditto · ditto

This really is not about any alanon topic that I can discover. However, I don't know who else to ask, so please forgive me for straying from the subject. My car needed an alignment. So I went to a tire store. There were 2 female customers there ahead of me. Ther...

QOD · QOD

HI to everyone. I haven't been here in a LONG TIME! And that is good I think. Well to me it was. That meant things were going ok w/my A husband. He has been clean and sober for 6 months and one week to the day as of last Thursday, 11/16/06. Here is the pooper.....he has been gone since th...

annmarie · annmarie

Hi everyone, I'm breaking up with my Abf which is long overdue. I'm upset about the fact that I love his family...his sister is the best and treats me like a sister....and his mum welcomes me all the time. I really enjoyed going to his parent's house on Sunday afternoons, and just chatting. We h...

Messy · Messy

Thank you, to everyone for all your lovely words of encouragement. This is probably the hardest thing I have had to deal with in my life (I thought childbirth was - boy I was way wrong

). Just wanted to let everyone know that he came home on Saturday night, I dropped our son off at...

Kethry · Kethry

I’ve been reading through the posts for a while, finding so many similarities between peoples’ stories and what I have been going through. I am hoping that these messages will give me the strength and courage to do what I need to do. I have an A b/f – we’ve been seeing each other f...

Katastrophe · Katastrophe

...and now I'm planning again, but terrified of failling (again). I had planned to leave my AH in September. We talked about it, I gave him a date so he'd know when he would need to start taking care of the bills on his own, etc. When it came down to signing a lease on my own place, I panicked. He said...

ally · ally

(((((((((((((((((roomies)))))))))))))))))))))))))))

nwwoman · nwwoman

My mom and I are the only people in the program in our family. She is here visiting from out of town and I feel obligated to be around family that is active in there drinking, however on the same side of the coin I want to go. I'm confused in my own mind. My sister who, last time my mom was here, told my m...

Elizabeth M · Elizabeth M

So the silence has finally ended and last night we hugged for the first time in 3 weeks. Now what? I haven’t asked him to stop drinking and he has not offered to. Don’t want to slip into denial but can’t live with the silence. Does anyone have any self-reflecting questions I should be...

bev · bev

hi everyone,havent posted in awhile..but as some of you know i am married to an alcoholic..he is still drinking,and it is getting worse,he drinks every weekend,and drinks when he is off work during the week..i just noticed a little while ago{when i took the dogs out}that the side of my house is scorch...

FairyTales · FairyTales

Hi I'm new to the board but not to Alanon. I have been attending f2f meetings for over 2yrs now. I have been married to my active A now for 3yrs. We seperated a year ago and are currently trying to work things out even though he has not quit drinking. I have learned alot thru Alano...

Keoki · Keoki

I've packed up my kids and we now live in town, many miles from Angie and her drinking. I made big steps but still find her causing much problems in our home! Seems that her and her boyfriend have been fighting and she dosent have a place to stay. How can I refuse the mother of my childre...

Gailey · Gailey

I had a really bad day yesterday. It was one of those days that I did not get out of bed for very long. Today is much better! My A son seems to be spiraling downward. My thought for this is that he does not have a job, seems to be very depressed and just doesn't know what he is going to do. Now...that is just my opi...

cedarpines · cedarpines

Hi (((Everyone))), I have been meaning to post for awhile. I'm still trying to attend 3 -4 alanon meetings a week. My epidural steroid in Sept. didn't help so have been referred to a neurosurgeon for the discs in my neck. In October I had only a few days migraine free and was...

Gailey · Gailey

As a mother of two sons, this concept frightens me, with all the isms already rearing their ugly heads, the consumption is just a part of the disease they have yet to experience. I have carried this fear for a long time, that they too will become alcoholics. That they are genetically predi...

HadEnuff · HadEnuff

Wow - I think I'm finally getting it. I cried last night - and I haven't been able to do that for some time (at least not without anger, but more with the feeling of letting go). My father passed away 4 months ago, and at one time in my life I thought when that happened, it would destroy me, but I'...

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	Giving Thanks (Preview) Hello Family, Here I am. This is my 3rd Thanksgiving as a grateful member of Al-Anon and my 3rd Thanksgiving with all of you here at Miracles in Progress. I cannot believe it has been this long already. I also can't believe its only been that long...if you catch my drifting... That firs...	david62	8	534	Nov 24, 2006 by lovette
	Advice needed (Preview) I'm struggling with step 4. It fills me with fear because I don't know where to start. I don't know 'exactly' what to do or how to do it. (but I know I need to) Can somebody please give me a push in the right direction? Overwhelmed Elly	Elly	6	425	Nov 24, 2006 by SLS
	Why Analyze? (Preview) Alcoholism is a form of insanity. The second step alludes to this. While alcoholism is frequently compared to other diseases like diabetes, when it comes to sanity, alcoholism (an drug addiction) defy logic when it comes to the behavior of the person afflicted. Diabetes can be measured by several m...	barisax	7	501	Nov 24, 2006 by gardengal
	It was just TOO funny... (Preview) RAMSEY, N.J. - Some wild turkeys, it appears, were trying to get out of New Jersey before Thanksgiving Day. A spokesman for the NJ Transit said train officials reported a dozen or so wild turkeys waiting on a station platform in Ramsey, about 20 miles northwest of New York City, on Wednesday afternoon...	Tiger2006	3	311	Nov 24, 2006 by lmt123
	My Thanksgiving Anagram (Preview) Happy Thanksgiving to all my roomies. I am so very glad to have you in my life. Isn't it hard to believe I wasn't here last Thanksgiving? It is for me, it seems I've been here forever, because that's how much you mean to me. Here is my Thanksgiving anagram: Truly Happy Heartfelt Compassion Ascendi...	mac57	7	2785	Nov 24, 2006 by mel123
	HAPPY TURKEY DAY!!!!!!! (Preview) Hello Friends, Happy Thanksgiving to all of you....it is a day to reflect......to look at what we have to be thankful for.....I have my kids...that is what I am being Thankful for today......I am not alone..... Let's all take a moment and say a prayer for all of those out there who are suffer...	Andrea12	5	309	Nov 24, 2006 by mel123
	Scratching the holiday to do something I feel good about (Preview) The holidays around my house are difficult for me. We have two sons one is an A/da and the other doesn't want anything to do with the A/da. Not that I could get them in the same town anyway and the one that is clean never comes around. The last few years we have had to invite ourselves to h...	Mobirdie	5	394	Nov 23, 2006 by Mobirdie
	Thank You All and Happy Thanksgiving (Preview) I wanted to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving and to thank everyone for being here. I did an ABC Gratitude list last night of all my alanon family... the list was incredible! It helped me to see that I was NOT alone (I am only as alone as I allow myself be). I am glad that my life is incorporated within this g...	sandie123	2	304	Nov 23, 2006 by maresie2
	Thanksgiving Poem (Preview) Count your blessings instead of your crosses; Count your gains instead of your losses. Count your joys instead of your woes; Count your friends instead of your foes. Count your smiles instead of your tears; Count your courage instead of your fears. Count your full years instead of your lean; Count yo...	Mobirdie	2	301	Nov 23, 2006 by Andrea12
	HAPPY THANKSGIVING TO ALL! (Preview) I have only been on this board for a week and I already feel like... hey I can do this... I can feel sane again. I may not know any of by name or know what you look like, but my gosh do I feel like I belong to a family! In these 5 days home life has not been grand... but I look forward to coming here ever...	Messy	4	279	Nov 23, 2006 by Maria123
	Happy Thanksgiving from a grateful Canadian (Preview) (((((((((((((((MIP FAMILY)))))))))))))))))) Happy Thanksgiving to my American family. I love and appreciate all of you and hope you have the best holiday ever. lilms	lilms	1	307	Nov 23, 2006 by Maria123
	I'm thankful for (Preview) My families, biological, chosen, and Alanon. My health and sanity. My Sully and the memories of my Jasper. The quiet peaceful day I will have today. For finding the parts of myself I had lost. All of the small blessings my HP gives me everyday. I hope you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving!...	Jennifer	1	358	Nov 23, 2006 by Maria123
	THANKS in a different light (Preview) Hello my dear family, I want to offer to you all, for your wisdom, your guidance, your thoughts my interpretation of THANKS. I shared this at my f2f meeting this morning and was overwhelmed at how beautifully it was interpreted and expanded upon by all who were there. Knowing that this time of year...	lovette	7	490	Nov 23, 2006 by Maria123
	I messed up (Preview) Hi All, We're breaking up. I leave soon. He has been off with this drinking buddies every weekend for months now. Hardly even a call. He goes for days at a time. I have endured all the worry and all the rest. He just comes back when the money runs out. I feel sad, and yes I am resentful and feel used. I'm not han...	annmarie	9	677	Nov 23, 2006 by canadianguy
	Friday Night Meeting (Preview) Hi all, I am at work and don't have the link to contact all the other room OPs. I am unable to chair on Friday the 24th. I will be away from my cpu and I thought I could swing it, but I won't be able to. I hope all of my alanon family has a safe and happy Thanksgiving. Yours in recovery, ...	Dolphin123	2	362	Nov 23, 2006 by ally
	Happy Thanksgiving (Preview) Happy Thanksgiving Y'all, I get by with a lil help from my friends http://www.jacquielawson.com/viewcard.asp?code=HY27482779	Maria123	4	344	Nov 23, 2006 by carosie
	HAPPY THANKSGIVING (Preview) (((((((((((((((((roomies)))))))))))))))))))))))) I am Scottish and dont know much about your Traditions(lol) But I Just wanted to wish you all a HAPPY THANKSGIVING. I know It brings all people together, families and what not, so ENJOY your day, and most Importantly, have FUN. Safe dri...	ally	1	255	Nov 23, 2006 by MrBlue42
	Let it begin with me (Preview) If this appears twice, apologies. This card fell off my table today and was staring me in the face, so I thought it meant I should share it for the holiday. Since many friends and families of A's seem to find that these winter holidays trigger drama with the A, it will be good to...	peewee	3	309	Nov 23, 2006 by mac57
	Falling (No Man/Woman Is An Island) (Preview) I'm having a really hard time right now. My program tells me to be honest and say how I feel. I'm having a really hard time now. I know my slogans and tools. I know it is my choice whether or not to make it a good day. I know I can change my attitude. I know it works when I do. But I'm so tired. I'm so..... unhappy/h...	kismetstrand	10	545	Nov 23, 2006 by mac57
	Is Silently withdrawing another form of anger? (Preview) By silently withdrawing into myself, isolating myself from others, I show anger in a passive way. I am: angry over some real or perceived offense. incapable of venting my anger openly and prefer to remain silent. afraid of an outburst of anger, afraid I'll be unable to stop. stuffing my feelings to st...	Peggy7	0	526	Nov 22, 2006 by Peggy7
	RAVEN (Preview) Raven, if you are out there and want to talk please let me know.... DT1221	DT1221	0	244	Nov 22, 2006 by DT1221
	Re: gobble, gobble, gobble... (Preview) Thanks to you all who shared what your plans are for Turkey Day! I hope everyone gets to rest a bit afterward. Kathi	lmt123	0	271	Nov 22, 2006 by lmt123
	Why can't I keep my mouth shut? (Preview) What is wrong with me? Several times today I have critisized my AH in a way that I know is going to belittle him. First I told him his work wasn't getting the attention it needed. Then I told him his pants were dirty. Now I just asked him if he has a buzz! I know these are such little things, but if they were...	babysteps	5	559	Nov 22, 2006 by maresie2
	Another New Job (Preview) Well the job I accepted last week was a job but not the best of jobs for me personally. I continued to work and pray for some guidance. I interviewed on Monday for a sales position. It was a great interview, lasted just over an hour. I was offered the position this morning and ac...	marmare	3	326	Nov 22, 2006 by doxie
	gobble, gobble, gobble... (Preview) Just wanted to wish everyone a safe and happy Thanksgiving! I also wanted to say that I am thankful for everyone of you beautiful, loving creatures here. I am cooking this year as MIL is having knee problems. I decided to do it at the last minute (last week, LOL), so therefor...	lmt123	7	392	Nov 22, 2006 by MrBlue42
	When Is It Overreacting? (Preview) Last night my AH went to drop off something and came home three hours later. He wasn’t fall down drunk but wasn’t sober either. I was upset and stressed because we have been so distant lately and the previous 2 nights we had made baby steps trying to reconnect. Upset that he chose to s...	Elizabeth M	6	441	Nov 22, 2006 by lin0606
	It has started again UPDATE (Preview) I just wanted to say thank you to EVERYONE here at MIP. Your responses to my crisis was wonderful and truly did help me. My AH showed up sometime yesterday while I was at work. When my 13 year old son got home, he was asleep in the den. By the time I got home w/my 4 year old daughter,...	QOD	4	436	Nov 22, 2006 by Rita G
	Wishing you all a Happy Thanksgiving where ever you are (Preview) (((MIP Family))) May each of you have a blessed Thanksgiving Day where ever you are... and with whom ever you choose to spend it with. I'm thankful for this website and each of you who have been supportive and honest. I'll be with my family and lots of extended family this year. ...	twinmom2	4	407	Nov 22, 2006 by maresie2
	Does Reality ever sink in (Preview) I don't know what the hell is wrong with me......I know for no doubt my husband is gone to me...this I know....I can't seem know this in my heart......I keep trying to see a glimpse of him somewhere........I think I do....and then in a second he is cracking and drinking again...... I thought I h...	Andrea12	7	563	Nov 22, 2006 by maresie2
	A little glimmer of hope (Preview) Something seems to be happening with my A son! And....I have nothing to do with it!!! I can really see this program working big time for me. I think when I first came here I use to think that I would never get to where most of these folks were if the A was to continue drinking. I was doomed to a life of worry...	Gailey	3	408	Nov 22, 2006 by danz123
	"Optimists" (Preview) Why is it that optimists seem to be so much happier than pessimists? There is something really wonderful about optimists. They're fun to be around, aren't they? No matter how bad their situation, optimists can always find something to enjoy - usually simple things like the taste of a go...	Peggy7	3	375	Nov 22, 2006 by Maria123
	Feeling the rage again (Preview) I'm back again feeling very stressed the past few days. I don't even know what's triggering this or where to begin. But I'm not feeling well and feel a lot of negativity and want to vent. I know that is not healthy and I feel miserable afterwards. I finally got a counselor to help me...	twinkie	1	333	Nov 22, 2006 by Rita G
	Just gave in on Thanksgiving (Preview) What is it about the stupid holidays that make us feel obliged to deal with these people. Mind you if we didn't have kids together I would have said hell no! But since we do I feel obligated to let him see his kids on the holidays. I really don't want him to come and think we would have&nb...	carolinagirl	7	588	Nov 22, 2006 by laurab
	my story (Preview) It seems we have some new comers, so I thought I'd tell my story again, especially since it's changed a little. I've been on this board for 1 year, 8 months, 11 days. So here's my story: I am an only child. My mom has been an A all my life - even while she had me.From the time I was a baby to...	Lanchas	1	313	Nov 22, 2006 by Orchid Lady
	break (Preview) Home for Thanksgivng break. Really nervous about how Thanksgiving will be since my mom is crushed about the lack of family coming. Hoping to have a good break despite things. Since I'm home I'll be on here more so if anyone needs to talk or anything send me a message. Lanchas	Lanchas	0	257	Nov 22, 2006 by Lanchas
	He is back for now.... (Preview) (((Everyone))) Thanks so much for being here this year. You all have wonderful support and I have learned so much here - I can't tell you how this board and you wonderful souls have saved me so many times. AH is back, he is 24 days sober and he is acting like his wonderful self again. It is...	hersh	5	384	Nov 21, 2006 by rtexas
	Lets talk about self-pity (Preview) (((((Everyone))))) I need some help in dealing with my AW's self-pity. I know this is common, and I know she is not happy right now for many reasons. This weekend I just couldn't keep my mouth closed. Every conversation with her has become how much her life sucks. I feel for her...	rtexas	11	708	Nov 21, 2006 by jaja
	Do It Anyway (Preview) What a beautiful new song from Martina McBridge ------- hmmmmmmmmm, I wonder if she's in program You can spend your whole life buildin' Something from nothin One storm could come and blow it all away Build it anyway You could chase a dream That seems so out of reach And you...	Maria123	1	312	Nov 21, 2006 by BlueCloud
	Frustrated (Preview) I feel the sucking of getting sucked into drama all around me. My MIL called at 12:30am to tell me her lost baby called collect last night and then emailed me at 130am saying that he told her it would cost $900 to get the truck out of impound. I called last friday and it was $465. Today I c...	carolinagirl	4	362	Nov 21, 2006 by maresie2
	Responsible Custody (Preview) (((((All)))))), I have been thinking about a concept brought up by a group member in one of my home groups. She talked one night of how we often in a relationship give people 'custody' of things. Giving someone 'custody' is not always a bad thing, in fact if it's balanced and in context of a healthy fam...	BlueCloud	0	415	Nov 21, 2006 by BlueCloud
	Just Saw my A Daughter (Preview) So I went to lunch at a local restaurant, as I was leaving in walked my A daughter & her abusive boyfriend. The boyfriend ignored me - but my daughter did acknowledge me. We hugged & did the typical "Hey, how are you?, What are you doing?" She said, "I'll call you later" Geez - I felt lik...	Rita G	11	501	Nov 21, 2006 by isabela40
	Am I cold? (Preview) So, my Abf and I went to a party on saturday. When I picked him up from lunch, he already had a few drinks in him. We got to the party and he started drinking more and more and then I recognized in his face he had done coke. He started to pick a fight with a co-worker, a huge argument started and the party was ruin...	Violeta	4	467	Nov 21, 2006 by Violeta
	What constitues drunk driving????And when is it meddling?? (Preview) I have a situation and would like any ideas. My husband's claim is that in a 2 1/2 hour time frame, he consumed about 6 beers, last beer about 8-8:30pm. He got a call at 2:45 am to go to work. He drives tractor trailer. Is he still legally drunk? That was Friday night into Saturday morning. Then Saturda...	horselover58	15	619	Nov 21, 2006 by Maria123
	Well here is my story - about to divorce a parent (Preview) Seriously. About a year ago sister and I put together a lot of pieces and well! what a whole we found. Dear old Mom, the martyr, was quite the drinking girl. As is so often the case, the hard part is separating her outrageous (drunken) behavior from her awful betrayals as a sober person. Which ca...	HereIam	5	414	Nov 21, 2006 by HereIam
	The Car (Preview) This really is not about any alanon topic that I can discover. However, I don't know who else to ask, so please forgive me for straying from the subject. My car needed an alignment. So I went to a tire store. There were 2 female customers there ahead of me. Ther...	ditto	3	295	Nov 21, 2006 by barisax
	IT HAS STARTED AGAIN!!! (Preview) HI to everyone. I haven't been here in a LONG TIME! And that is good I think. Well to me it was. That meant things were going ok w/my A husband. He has been clean and sober for 6 months and one week to the day as of last Thursday, 11/16/06. Here is the pooper.....he has been gone since th...	QOD	13	557	Nov 21, 2006 by abbyal
	break up (Preview) Hi everyone, I'm breaking up with my Abf which is long overdue. I'm upset about the fact that I love his family...his sister is the best and treats me like a sister....and his mum welcomes me all the time. I really enjoyed going to his parent's house on Sunday afternoons, and just chatting. We h...	annmarie	5	359	Nov 20, 2006 by Andrea12
	A Brief update (Preview) Thank you, to everyone for all your lovely words of encouragement. This is probably the hardest thing I have had to deal with in my life (I thought childbirth was - boy I was way wrong ). Just wanted to let everyone know that he came home on Saturday night, I dropped our son off at...	Messy	1	249	Nov 20, 2006 by rtexas
	Really confused and feeling stupid. (Preview) I’ve been reading through the posts for a while, finding so many similarities between peoples’ stories and what I have been going through. I am hoping that these messages will give me the strength and courage to do what I need to do. I have an A b/f – we’ve been seeing each other f...	Kethry	6	511	Nov 20, 2006 by Kethry
	I gave in to the fear... (Preview) ...and now I'm planning again, but terrified of failling (again). I had planned to leave my AH in September. We talked about it, I gave him a date so he'd know when he would need to start taking care of the bills on his own, etc. When it came down to signing a lease on my own place, I panicked. He said...	Katastrophe	3	393	Nov 20, 2006 by Tiger2006
	HERE WE GO AGAIN (Preview) (((((((((((((((((roomies)))))))))))))))))))))))))))	ally	1	319	Nov 20, 2006 by Tiger2006
	Holidays around the a (Preview) My mom and I are the only people in the program in our family. She is here visiting from out of town and I feel obligated to be around family that is active in there drinking, however on the same side of the coin I want to go. I'm confused in my own mind. My sister who, last time my mom was here, told my m...	nwwoman	7	463	Nov 20, 2006 by nwwoman
	Proceed with caution (Preview) So the silence has finally ended and last night we hugged for the first time in 3 weeks. Now what? I haven’t asked him to stop drinking and he has not offered to. Don’t want to slip into denial but can’t live with the silence. Does anyone have any self-reflecting questions I should be...	Elizabeth M	7	335	Nov 20, 2006 by SLS
	some happy news (Preview) hi everyone,havent posted in awhile..but as some of you know i am married to an alcoholic..he is still drinking,and it is getting worse,he drinks every weekend,and drinks when he is off work during the week..i just noticed a little while ago{when i took the dogs out}that the side of my house is scorch...	bev	6	308	Nov 20, 2006 by kismetstrand
	Frustrated (Preview) Hi I'm new to the board but not to Alanon. I have been attending f2f meetings for over 2yrs now. I have been married to my active A now for 3yrs. We seperated a year ago and are currently trying to work things out even though he has not quit drinking. I have learned alot thru Alano...	FairyTales	3	324	Nov 20, 2006 by kismetstrand
	I've come a long way (Preview) I've packed up my kids and we now live in town, many miles from Angie and her drinking. I made big steps but still find her causing much problems in our home! Seems that her and her boyfriend have been fighting and she dosent have a place to stay. How can I refuse the mother of my childre...	Keoki	4	334	Nov 20, 2006 by Tiger2006
	Getting out of God's (my HP) way (Preview) I had a really bad day yesterday. It was one of those days that I did not get out of bed for very long. Today is much better! My A son seems to be spiraling downward. My thought for this is that he does not have a job, seems to be very depressed and just doesn't know what he is going to do. Now...that is just my opi...	Gailey	2	449	Nov 20, 2006 by Tiger2006
	Update (Preview) Hi (((Everyone))), I have been meaning to post for awhile. I'm still trying to attend 3 -4 alanon meetings a week. My epidural steroid in Sept. didn't help so have been referred to a neurosurgeon for the discs in my neck. In October I had only a few days migraine free and was...	cedarpines	11	449	Nov 20, 2006 by aunitedway
	AHA moment from Lynn (confused) (Preview) As a mother of two sons, this concept frightens me, with all the isms already rearing their ugly heads, the consumption is just a part of the disease they have yet to experience. I have carried this fear for a long time, that they too will become alcoholics. That they are genetically predi...	Gailey	3	319	Nov 20, 2006 by Noni
	Wow - I think I'm getting it ... (Preview) Wow - I think I'm finally getting it. I cried last night - and I haven't been able to do that for some time (at least not without anger, but more with the feeling of letting go). My father passed away 4 months ago, and at one time in my life I thought when that happened, it would destroy me, but I'...	HadEnuff	1	368	Nov 20, 2006 by Noni
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