Hi, Haennie,
I've never been a big believer in fate. And yet ...
We've been handed the painful chapters that inevitably arrive when our parents go from life as "seniors" to what comes next. They've occurred when we're standing stronger, our alcoholism a part of our past. I'm grateful for your sobriety, as I was for my own this time a year ago. In this trying time, you've shown us your character, your authenticity.
You've shown, too, that we can face these hardships sober. That is a service to all here and I thank you. We cannot drink away the hard times.
I think about you a lot and continue to send my kindest wishes. Hopefully, you'll be able to arrange for a nurse to be with your dear dad so that he is in good hands. And he wants you to live the life you charted for yourself.
Take good care, friend.
V.