(((Baxter))) she drinks or does drugs because that his her choice. Granted, while deep in an addiction it doesn't FEEL like a choice..we just have to do it. However, when I got sick enough of the consequences, I also made the choice to quit and get into recovery.
No one MADE me do either. Don't fall for the "you were a bad mom and that's why I do what I do". I had two great parents, was raised with NO addiction issues, supported, encouraged, disciplined, etc. I still became an addict. Did I have every justification in the world for why I was using? Yep. Now I'm way more aware of the fact that my decisions lead to consequences, and it's up to me whether they are good or bad consequences.
Hugs and prayers,
Amy