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My husband has been on a pill binger for almost two weeks now. I have noticed changes within myself. Instead of screaming or slamming the door I am starting to feel peaceful because I am taking care of myself and children first. I feel so sorry for him because he is going down a path that will eventually lead to his death. I hate to see him just waste away. I am so grateful I found alanon. I have been going for almost 3 years now and I am a much happier person because of it. I feel like I am reclaiming my life a little bit every day. I am so thankful for what alanon has given me. I know this is a sad disease and causes us all more heartache than we can handle but when I come here or go to a f2f meeting I feel so much better knowing I am not alone and I don't have to face this disease alone.
Very inspirational post.... the other reality, that we can quite often overlook - is the very fact that you ARE doing things differently - growing, changing, learning - truly gives your A the best chance ever of choosing sobriety for himself.... Either way, you are better off for having this program under your belt...
Take care, and great stuff
Tom
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"He is either gonna drink, or he won't.... what are YOU gonna do?"
"What you think of me is none of my business"
"If you knew the answer to what you are worrying about, would it REALLY change anything?"
Hugs :) The best thing in the world is to be able to look back and know you are choosing to handle things differently even if it's as simple as last week. Keep up the good work :)
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Stepping onto a brand-new path is difficult, but not more difficult than remaining in a situation, which is not nurturing to the whole woman.- Maya Angelo
Aloha MDK...I agree with the others...This is a WINNER!! post the kind that gives hope, increases trust and faith and diminshes fear. Just the kind that have saved my butt in Al-Anon...hmmmm and from another woman too...go figure. Mahalo (((((hugs)))))
Thank you guys so much. Last night I was tested to the brink! I raised my voice and when I realized I did it I stopped thought for a momment and chose not to react............the end result was great because me and my husband didn't argue anymore and even though I was invited SEVERAL times last night I declined every invitation! I went to bed in peace and woke up rested.
I second Tommy :) Life is so much easier when there is a choice of peace. Thanks again for the shares :)
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Stepping onto a brand-new path is difficult, but not more difficult than remaining in a situation, which is not nurturing to the whole woman.- Maya Angelo
