Originally Posted by Impurrfect

(((Sweets)))

Welcome!! I actually had a fairly "normal" childhood, but for some reason, had a tendency to be a codie (codependent). My first love relationship was with a functioning alcoholic and my codependency flourished.

I just wanted you to know that I think my codie-ness and my addiction are very closely linked. I couldn't handle my relationship issues...turned to substances to numb the pain.
The good news is, I discovered SR in recovery, and started learning about codependency. I've been working on my recovery from my addiction and my recovery from codependency at the same time, and it is amazing how different (and better) my life has become. Sure, I still have some rough days/nights, but they are nothing like the YEARS I used to have.

Speaking of....today was a good day. I'm finished with this month's work, other than typing up the orders for the stores. I spoke with dad, a few times, only about work stuff. I will apologize, at some point, for MY behavior last night, but not right now. I'm not ready to get into a discussion about last night, and I think a "cooling off" period is what I need, so I'm taking it!

I had to laugh..when I got home, Brit was teaching stepmom how to play rock/scissors/paper but they were both trying to cheat and both were laughing. It was like music to my ears.

Hugs and prayers!

Amy