I'm not wasting one more day of my life walking on egg shells and trying to figure out how to be a better wife to my A husband!  I filed for divorce last month and he still doesn't get it.  He blames me 100%... typical denial and abuse!  For 17 years I've watched him drink and drink; verbally and emotionally abuse me; embarrass me; and treat me like a piece of poop on the floor.

Thank God I'm self sufficient and don't need a cent from him to take care of myself or my precious seven-year old son.  Life holds wonderful adventures ahead for my little boy and me, and time is too precious to waste.  I thank God everyday for helping me through it.  Life is beautiful without the dark cloud and rage of an alcoholic!

Heather

 

 

Stay strong.. I envy you. Read my story under it is hard to love an a.. You'll understand. I need your continued strength. Tammy

Congratulations Heather on taking back your life.

Yes, congratulations.

I left my alcoholic husband of 14 years in May.

Someone told me congratulations.

I was taken back.

Gee I was in grief for the marriage I wanted.

Today, 2 1/2 months out I am so pleased to be in control of my own life again.

My A continues to drink 24/7.

I continue to grow and LIVE in recovery

I was emotionally abused foir years. I feel like a POW.

I am so pleased with the alanon program

 

Welcome to the rest of our lives

 

Megan

((Heather))

Congratulations! You sound so strong, clear headed, and sure. Good for you. No matter how it comes about, new found freedom is exciting to hear about. Live to the fullest! I'm so happy for you.

Agatha    

Heather,

Hugs to you-----I admire your strength and determination for a better life.

Six years ago I left my ex, a gambling addict, after 15 years of living in the throws of his addiction, I reached my breaking point.  It was a difficult decision and often accompanied with doubt but I persevered.  M home life is so much better and healthier-my sons will never have to experience the emotional abuse in their own home, they were very small when I left.

I am in a relationship now with a recovering A,  its not been a bed of roses of late, but I have the tools and have set the boundaries which I never did with my ex.

You are so right, the dark cloud will fade and the sun will shine brightly on you and your son. 

 

 

I say congrats too.  I remember how hard it was to divorse someone I love but I found peace thanks to Alanon.  ((((((Heather)))))