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notsleepingwell · 07-06-2006, 08:47 PM

My world came crashing down in May/06 when I discovered my daughter, my only child, was a junkie. I joined SR in June/06, and here it is July. I have to say the most surprising thing is that I am still alive, as I thought I would die from the heartache. The other amazing thing is that I have cried a gazillion tears, when I didn't think I had that many. But short of jumping off a bridge, you really have to go on. Bills have to be paid, etc.
I have to say, SR has really helped, I have something to look forward to, from hearing from addicts who are recovering, and therefore give me hope, to reading threads from other parents and not feeling soooo alone.
Thank you SR and everyone on here, for helping me make it through the day

Nickaroma86 · 07-22-2006, 03:52 AM

I cant imagine what kind of pain and suffering parents have to go through, i put my parents through hell, adn through it all they stuck by my side. and im so grateful for that. They helped me to get clean and they continue to help me stay clean. Support is the best thing u can offer your daughter, thats what she needs. Push her to make the right choices. And dont beat urself up for what has happened to her, it wasn't anything you did wrong as a parent. It is our choice as addicts to use, and we may have the best intentions of not wanting to hurt anybody, but as an addict our intentions dont mean crap. I can't imaigne the pain loved ones go through. As addicts we can kill the pain with our use, but as a loved one you have to sit and suffer through watching us kill ourselves. Without anything to numb the pain. Keep up the support, and love, show her you care and your there for her.
PS- the quote is quite inspiring.

lvs2binthewind · 08-20-2006, 10:19 PM

I have been a heroin/opiate IV user since I was 15 yoa. My Mom has been waiting for a call from the morgue for 30 yrs. I just wanted to let you know there is hope...I am clean and sober today by the grace of God and SOME of the people in AA. I had been locked up in pshyc wards for drugs starting at 12,they didnt have treatment centers back then. Let her know u love her and when shes ready, you'll be there for her. I will remember u both tonight in my prayers....Have u ever been to Alanon?..It might help u get through this. Oh..I thought the qoute was a hit for me too. Thanks....Kerri

07-06-2006, 08:47 PM	#1 (permalink)
notsleepingwell I'm HOME!!!!! Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Hot flash city Posts: 562	Been 1 month for me My world came crashing down in May/06 when I discovered my daughter, my only child, was a junkie. I joined SR in June/06, and here it is July. I have to say the most surprising thing is that I am still alive, as I thought I would die from the heartache. The other amazing thing is that I have cried a gazillion tears, when I didn't think I had that many. But short of jumping off a bridge, you really have to go on. Bills have to be paid, etc. I have to say, SR has really helped, I have something to look forward to, from hearing from addicts who are recovering, and therefore give me hope, to reading threads from other parents and not feeling soooo alone. Thank you SR and everyone on here, for helping me make it through the day __________________ notsleepingwell 'We are not human beings having a spiritual experience. We are spiritual beings having a human experience

07-22-2006, 03:52 AM	#2 (permalink)
Nickaroma86 Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: NOtown Posts: 7	I cant imagine what kind of pain and suffering parents have to go through, i put my parents through hell, adn through it all they stuck by my side. and im so grateful for that. They helped me to get clean and they continue to help me stay clean. Support is the best thing u can offer your daughter, thats what she needs. Push her to make the right choices. And dont beat urself up for what has happened to her, it wasn't anything you did wrong as a parent. It is our choice as addicts to use, and we may have the best intentions of not wanting to hurt anybody, but as an addict our intentions dont mean crap. I can't imaigne the pain loved ones go through. As addicts we can kill the pain with our use, but as a loved one you have to sit and suffer through watching us kill ourselves. Without anything to numb the pain. Keep up the support, and love, show her you care and your there for her. PS- the quote is quite inspiring. __________________ Just Living....

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08-20-2006, 10:19 PM	#3 (permalink)
lvs2binthewind Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Ingleside,Illinois Posts: 11	I have been a heroin/opiate IV user since I was 15 yoa. My Mom has been waiting for a call from the morgue for 30 yrs. I just wanted to let you know there is hope...I am clean and sober today by the grace of God and SOME of the people in AA. I had been locked up in pshyc wards for drugs starting at 12,they didnt have treatment centers back then. Let her know u love her and when shes ready, you'll be there for her. I will remember u both tonight in my prayers....Have u ever been to Alanon?..It might help u get through this. Oh..I thought the qoute was a hit for me too. Thanks....Kerri

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