Originally Posted by
Guy 
I'm also sorry to hear about your situation.
I appreciate the sentiment Guy, but maybe I should've mentioned this....
I've been in AA almost 5 years, and in that time I've learned to live life on life's terms. And ya know, it's much better than I ever dreamed it would be. I got remarried recently, to a woman who's in recovery too, and last year we moved into a new home together. I've got more friends than I ever dreamed of having, most of them are in AA or another program. My kids and I have an incredible relationship together, and while I'd still like to be with them 100% of the time, I realize that when we're apart I need to be working on my recovery. Life has never been better, I have no complaints and when I fall into self-pity it never lasts long.
Being clean and sober has a way of showering our life with so many spiritual gifts. But like I said it takes determination and work. Nothing good happens if I'm not willing to put some effort into it.