The material presented
here is not Al-Anon Conference Approved Literature. It is a method
to exchange
information, ideas, feelings, problems and solutions on a personal
level.
first of all, thank you all for your thoughtful responses. i appreciated all of your insight. after a short period of time, my husband apologized for the way he acted and we were able to talk about my fears with his driving in a healthy adult way. i have come to realize that he really wasn't aware of how frightened i really was. we have come up with a wonderful compromise that makes us both happy. (yes, i get to drive some of the way and he promises not to speed when he is behind the wheel !) we are leaving in 2 weeks and i am so excited! it is a wonderful opportunity for us to spend time together and explore our wonderful country.
I just love to see these updates and that peace has apparently been restored. Compromises - whew! I always feel like I've been given a gift when I'm able to negotiate a compromise solution that considers my needs and perspectives as well as my companion, friend or co-workers. Helps me feel like "we're in this world together."
That is GREAT!!! I'm happy you guys worked it out.
You know........I do all the driving because my partner just doesn't want to hear it anymore. We go somewhere and he just gets in the passenger seat every time.....too funny
Have a great trip!
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Lord, put your arm around my shoulder and your hand over my mouth
Speak only when you feel that your words are better than your silence.
