My son's bio dad is coming to family week. I have hardly spoken to him in the past 20 yrs. because he has done nothing but cause difficulty + hardship. He intentionally caused much suffering. He is lives unconsciously.
It has been 5 yrs. of recovery for me in Al-anon...I have a different voice now and it is strong, positive and healthy. No matter what is going on with Bio dad, my son and I are learning to communicate and live a better way. Maybe his dad wiill be a part of family healing... we'll see. If not, it is not my problem. He did not participate at all in the past two rehabs. At least he is showing up this time.
The rehab is in another state so my husband (son's stepdad) & I plan to make it a fun road trip.
When my son calls me once ea. weeks he sounds more and more like the son
I raised. His personality is back. He has hope and commitment.
For today I am able to see him with potential, see him as someone doing the hard work that he is capable of.
It is wonderful to have the veil of fear, doubt and worry lifted.
Today I have much to be grateful for.
Thanks for the encouragement.