Welcome to the SR family!
Thank you for taking the time to introduce yourself. I hope you will continue to read, vent, post as much as needed.
I am a single mom. Divorced my alcoholic husband after 14 years.
I went back to college while working full-time (cut my hours down to the minimum tho). I just finished my Associates Degree.
I was so wrapped up in my alcoholic's behavior, actions, in actions and craziness; that I forgot how to take care of myself. I needed to shift my focus from him and refocus on me and the children. I needed to let go of my adult alcoholic's life and take care of my own.
Things that helped me refocus were: Alanon meetings, SR reading and posting, and sharing with a friend that works as a Social Worker. Reading the permanent sticky posts at the top of this forum page continues to be a great source of wisdom and inspiration for me. Here is one of my favorite sticky posts:
http://www.soberrecovery.com/forums/...l-problem.html
Keep reaching out for support.
We care about you!