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Oops Jem, I missed you off there, apologies. We all value your words of support and advice, thank you for being there for us all.
Sending hugs ❤
Lx, your forgetful friend
Debc, February Marie, 68862, hang in there, stay strong.
You and the other ladies are the strongest women I know. What you have all endured, no one deserves this treatment! My thoughts and prayers are always with you. Stay strong and look after yourselves. Hope everyone has a peaceful weekend ????.
Lx ❤
Kate, always in my thoughts and prayers, hope your little grandchild and your daughter are getting you through the difficult days.
Lx ❤
Belated birthday wishes Bump!
Hope you managed to get a little celebration in there. My birthday was last week.
At least your son was going to a meeting, we have to celebrate success and positivity no matter how great or small.
It is hurtful when they are so disrespectful and mean to you. It’s hard to forgive and forget or turn the other cheek. I guess it’s the addiction talking though.
I hope you have a good weekend
Sending hugs ❤
Lx
Hi Nanny ger,
Thinking and praying for us and our sons also. I’m so sorry to hear that you’re struggling and I hope you are able to share your troubles with someone other than us.
Please look after yourself, it’s so easy to let the horror of addiction consume us as well as them.
Stay strong, have faith and hope ????
Lx ❤
Bump, I’m sure your son will be home soon He knows that you love and care for him.
My heart goes out to you, I hope he’ll see sense and seek support again.
Look after yourself Bump
Lx ❤
Thanks Jem, he’s doing so well, im scared to talk about it in case I jinx it somehow as he’s not completely out the woods yet!
I’ve almost got my black belt in praying, so I thank God for
His strength ????. I’ll continue to pray for us all here, I think of you all daily and hope that circumstances improve for everyone.
Hoping you all have a peaceful weekend.
Sending hugs
Lxx
Oops …DON’T deserve this treatment! Sorry..covid brain fog!
Hi Bump
I’m so sorry to read your news, after your son had done so well for all those months!
You and your family must be exhausted. You have been so patient and kind, you and your partner deserve this treatment Bump. But we all know only to well that these addictions turn our sons into people we don’t know anymore. It makes them selfish and unfeeling and they treat the ones closest to them , the worst.
I seem to remember reading about this free rehab treatment too. Was it through Drugfam ? I’m sure someone will get back to you with the info you need. I’ll scroll back and have a look.
In the meantime, try and find time to look after yourself my friend ❤
I wish I could help you more Bump.
Stay strong, sending you hugs and prayers.
Lx
Hi too ashamed, welcome to the forum, thank you for sharing your story.
I agree that no matter how difficult times get, you still need to let your loved one know that you love them and care about them. It’s the addiction and the damage it causes we all hate.
My son is currently in early recovery and doing ok atm.
Have you thought about seeking support yourself to get free of this evil drug that destroys lives?
I understand that every day is a battle but do you not think it’s worth it?
Read Danman83 posts here, he is a person in recovery and offers advice and support. The CA and AA fellowship guys are a wonderful support too.
There’s help out there my friend if you seek it and want it.
Take care
Lx
Hi Jaz, so good to hear from you!
That is FANTASTIC news – you have done so well, you should be very proud of yourself ???? ????.
I’m so pleased for you my friend, I also find that prayer has got me through some difficult times with my son. More recently I pray that he gets the strength to get through the difficult days, I also pray for us all here on this Forum ????.
God bless you stay strong ????
Lx ❤
Hi all, I’ve been reading through your thread and just wanted to congratulate you all . I realise every day is a battle for you guys and I admire you for your strength and determination ????
My son is in early recovery from alcohol and cocaine addictions so I know how hard it is for you.
Keep on doin what you’re doin!
Stay strong ????
Lx ❤
Hi Confused mum
Welcome to the forum. Everyone here has a loved one who has addictions and also some people in recovery offering support and advice.
I wish I had all the answers, I can only sympathise with you as the mum of an adult son with alcohol and cocaine addictions.
I know it’s a very stressful position to be in, every situation is different and needs a different way to handle it. I notice Icarus trust has replied to you, also Drugfam has helped others here.
In the meantime , try and look after yourself and your well being.
It’s hard to support someone unless they start admitting they have a problem and wish to seek support.
My son is currently in early recovery and doing okay. He joined AA and CA groups, for him it’s the only thing that works. It’s such a battle for them every day. Let her know you love her but hate what addiction is doing to her and how it’s affecting the family.
Stay strong
Lx ❤
Hi Bifters, welcome to the forum. Everyone here has a loved one with addictions and there are also people in recovery offering support and advice too.
I agree with Mestre, it’s a very difficult thing to do to admit you have a problem and want support.
Please don’t beat yourself up about it either. I think you know you’re ready to accept help.
My son has alcohol and cocaine addictions currently in early recovery thankfully.
He was about to lose everything, his job, flat, car, his friends, nearly his family and if he kept going- his life.
He joined AA and CA groups, gained a wealth of knowledge and wonderful support from these guys. He’s had a few relapses, but I believe this is normal.
Unfortunately, he had to stay away from his life long friends as this triggers the need to use. A few know his situation and respect his wishes.
It’s a change of lifestyle but what’s the alternative…?
Read the other threads, families get ripped apart by addictions. Please seek help before it gets worse, if you can confide in a close friend or relative.
Keep posting here and update us.
You can totally do this my friend ❤ Lx
Hi lilgunner, I’ve read some of your posts before. That’s great news that your friend has come through rehab and coming home.
It’s also great that you are looking after you own health and well-being. Mindfulness and meditation are a great way to combat stress and anxiety.
My son has alcohol and cocaine addictions. He is currently in early recovery but without rehab. He is working through the 12 steps with a sponsor through AA fellowship.
I’m really proud of him as I know every day is a battle for our loved ones. One of the ‘steps’ is to openly make amends to those you have hurt during your addiction.
My son has apologised to us individually in our immediate family. He asked how it made us feel when he was using and about his behaviour. It’s an emotional experience but it clears the air and then everyone can ‘move on’ from it. It’s better not to dwell too much on what’s happened in the past despite how painful it’s been.
Thank you for sharing and I wish you and your friend many moments of happiness and positive experiences together ❤.
Lx