(((Louise)))
For me, this was the hardest part...after I had made myself clear, after I had let my son know what I would and would not accept, and at the time he seemed close to turning the bend.
I admire you for finding the strength and courage to have him leave. I never got that far, as a matter of fact, just when I had "enough", and when he knew he couldn't return, a bed opened for him and he took it.
I couldn't have asked for better timing and I don't believe it was a coincidence.
There are places he can get help...at no charge to him.
There are ways he can change his life, and even if he doesn't move back home, become part of the family again.
He has to make the choice.
Maybe now would be a good time to arm yourself with a few numbers he could call.
He has choices...always has.
It may not feel like it this minute, but waiting him out, not giving in, may be the most loving thing you could do for him.
I'll keep him in my prayers, as well as you and your family
((((hugs))))
Cece