Originally Posted by
Klia 
I would like to hear your stories about ruining a wonderful romantic relationship because of drinking. I guess I just want to relate to other's stories and not feel so alone about the terrible mistakes I've made.
Please share.
My wife and I met when we were at school age 15 and she has put up with 25 years of my drinking - on holidays, at concerts, at family events, on nights out. I embarrassed her to the extent that she no longer wanted to socialise with me and as a result I drank even more and made things worse. We got to the stage that if I suggested a night out she would be ill with worry about my probable behaviour and often backed out leaving me to go to parties or social events alone whilst she sat at home worrying about me.
I wore her out and I am responsible for needless stress and heartache I caused her. We are only now starting to rebuild our relationship and I am full of regret for wasted years and romantic opportunities missed.
I love her dearly and am now trying to be the romantic and loving guy I was when we met 25 years ago. I am scared to open up about my feelings but keep trying.