Hey everyone, it’s now over two years since I started this thread at my lowest point with a son addicted to Cocaine and us a completely destroyed family. I felt such a failure as a parent and so dreadfully ashamed. Last year I let everyone know he seemed to be in the early stages of recovery and I want to tell you that he is now 16 months CLEAN. Life isn’t perfect, but he is well and I thank God for every extra day we have been given with him. If I can offer any advice it would be (1) Don’t keep paying the debt as it enables the addiction and (2) Accept that you won’t ever get your old life back but you will be able to function, sleep well and worry less. Finally (3) They won’t stop until they are truly ready not matter how much you beg. Wishing that you all one day find your peace too. Moving on from addiction is part of a five year cycle. Counting every month until he is truly free. Hugs to you all XX
