Just wanted to introduce myself. I decided to join because living with a drunk can be so lonely. I love my husband , but he has a very hard time staying on the...
I am new to all of this too, but it seems to me that you are doing the right thing for yourself and your child. I do know they need to want help themselves,...
-Maggie, I am new, and your posting is old, so I don't know if you will see this. Anyways, there is nothing that someone else can do, that is or was, your...
-Cindy, I was in love with a crack addict once, and felt like I would die from the pain when we broke up. I now remind myself that I didn't, and when I look...
well things got worse before they got better, i took him back ONE more time and figured out VERY QUICKLY that i didnt want to need the crazyness anymore and I...
I am so very happy for you. My husband is all out of last chances too. He does not think that I would leave, but if the crazies ever happen again, I would have...
Last night was a bad one. My husband got drunk, grabbed me by the throat and threatened to kill me. I called 911, and he was arrested. His court date is on the...
I am so sorry to hear this....My father was this type of drinker, and I lived in much fear as a child...seeing my mother go through this was difficult as...
Thank you so much for writing... I am so sorry to hear of your divorce. Has your husband had counseling? Have you? I think I am going to get some for myself,...
My husband believes he can do this on his own, and frequently states he does not need counseling. I have been in counseling for over 10 years. I started out...
I am involved with a recovering alcoholic and drug addict for the last 6 months. He is 12 years sober. We are dealing with this relationship through...
Hi, It sounds like he is dealing with trauma from his coworkers death. What came to mind when reading what you shared was Fight/Flight/Freeze responses....
Hi to everyone. I have posted on this group a couple of times, but it's been a while. I have been married to my alcoholic for 10 years and with him for 11. We...
Thanks for your share, Michelle... and yes... i experience that too, and feel kind of bad about it... First of all, be gentle with yourself. It's ok to not be...
I have known my partner for a decade and lived with him for two years. He had Hepatitis C, but was cured of it before he moved in, after a year of drug...
Dearest Olwen, Reading your story really made me go back to many many days ... months and maybe some years also. It all sounds so familiar... I am Niloo and I...
Dear Niloo; I thank you for your warm response! I finally had the chance to sit down and answer you and the group. I am not currently online at home and must...
Lady Olwen: I know your pain and anguish all too well. My husband has done many destructive things to me and our relationship that it was too much for me to...
Thanks so much for your reply Kara! The concept of male entitlement does seem to get stronger when one is married to an alcoholic husband. I'm so glad that we...
Hi, First, I'd like to apologize for my last sharing-if there is call for it being either lengthy or unattractive. I so appreciate Kara's sharing. Presently I...
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hi i'm new and wanted to say hi. i have been involved with an alcoholic for 2 years. in the beginning of our relationship, i think i had blinders on when it...
I am currently dealing with an odd situation with my ex-A and her examples (or lack thereof) she is demonstrating to our kids. Here is the simple history of...
I have been a member of this site for a while but this is my first posting. I was always afraid my"A" would find out since he checks my computer. I guess I am...
Sounds like my situation.... you get promises of better behavior, and you believe it, but it never happens. Right now I don't have the strength to leave...
Amy Sue: Like many others on here I can relate to what you are going through. Im currently in the midst of divorcing my "A" and its been a rollercoaster ride...
Hi my name is Linda D. Gorham. I just joined your A-lanon group today. I live in Yankton, SD. I've been married for 20yrs. My husband has been sober for 1 year...
Hi, My name is Barbara. I have a son who is an alcoholic. He is truely making my life difficult. He's 32 years old and keeps saying no more, I'm done. But...
I am new here, and hoping to find some strength. It seems that's what we all need to do what we know we must if we want a normal life again. Reading your...
HI, MY HUSBAND IS AN ALCOHOLIC AND FLAT REFUESES HE IS. HE HAS BEEN TO THE HOSPITAL 3 TIMES IN THE PAST TWO YEARS WITH A BLOOD ALCOHOL BETTER THAN 3 TIMES THE...
I have a question for the group? Can anyone help me with the 12 steps? As I cannot get anyone from my home group to do it. I don't see the one who's suppose to...
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