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information, ideas, feelings, problems and solutions on a personal
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Many of you already know that my daughter and I were separated at birth, and that I have recently met her after 40+ years. She flew to San Antonio to visit with me, and wouldnt you know...Alcoholic companion took that opportunity to binge. Of course he knew how important this meeting was to me, and I believe he intentionally drank just to upset me. And I will admit he DID upset me! He is drawing closer and closer to the line. If I weren't such a wimp, he'd be long gone already. I honestly do not know why I don't throw him out of my home. When I figure that one out, all of you will be the first to know!! Meanwhile I go on one step at a time, holding mind and body together.
By the way, daughter is lovely. She and I do not look much alike, but our personalities were cloned! LOL
Very best wishes to you all, Diva
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"Speak your truth quietly and clearly..." Desiderata
The things we put ourselves through...when you are ready, when you are sure enough is enough you will act..until then...God grant you the Serenity to live with it at this time.
As for your daughter, wonderful, simply wonderful. So very happy that things have been working toward a healing and joining and righting of a desperate situation that was not all in your control at the time of her birth.
It is never too late to find each other, and I pray you will find each other on so many levels and enjoy what has been found in the NOW.
Love and God Bless Diva Suzannah
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Out of the ruin of my past I have found the fortress of myself and I know how to defend it.
Strive for WISDOM; Seek SERENITY; NEVER compromise your INTEGRITY.
how awesome that you were still able to enjoy that special visit with your daughter!! Shows how far you are growing in your recovery!! GOOD FOR YOU!!!
As far as the A goes - I'm sure when or if the time comes - I know that you will find that courage, strength and wisdom to do whatever is right for YOU! You are one tough cookie, honey!!
HUGS to you, Rita
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No matter what me and my God are going to be ok, even better than OK -
Gives me shivers.... what a wonderful gift you received. Aren't genetics amazing?
Sorry your A wasn't on his best behavior. As for you not kicking him to the curb... I am discovering that often there are blessings in those decisions. Looking back, and actually continuing today, I can see that making a decision and acting on it when I am emotionally ready rather than because I "should" is actually a sign of strength. In my timing I am better able to collect myself and move forward. You will figure it out, for that I am sure.
Blessings, Lou
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Every new day begins with new possibilities. It's up to us to fill it with the things that move us toward progress and peace. ~ Ronald Reagan~
Sometimes what you want to do has to fail, so you won't ~Marguerite Bro~
Glad to hear you enjoyed the visit and how wonderful to connect with your daughter. I thought there was a lot of wisdom in the post to wait until you are ready, my ex-a still lives here and is also pushing nearer the line every day, but hey take it a day at a time,
Uh "wimp" is NOT a word I would use to describe you!
You don't sound like you Diva! Makes me concerned you are being drawn into the pit!
OH I am soooo glad to hear an update of your daughter. Well lets see, she is creative, beautiful, likes animals, patient, friendly, intelligent and can hold a great conversation!
