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Old 08-08-2011, 04:18 PM
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wanttobehealthy
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Yes I've wrestled w this many times. I called the police for the first time last summer when my H left here dunk. I was horrified that id done so, wound up telling him I did so later & got lectures from him & his mother for the "trouble" my actions could've caused him. Since then I've called many more times & have no regrets. None of the calls resulted in his getting caught or getting help but if I kept quiet knowing he was drinking & driving & some innocent person (s) were hurt bc of him I'd never b e able to live w myself. So although I get the guilt you are feeling & DID feel it a lot for a while, think of WHY you called. You care, are concerned for her & the kids & others who she may harm. You did the right thing. The right things aren't always the easy things to do & that's why so few people do them. I'm sorry you're feeling torn. I've been there. You are a good friend & citizen & I hope your friend will get the help she needs.
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