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My Cousin Passed Away Today http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/j...recovery-1.jpg I had started a thread a week or so ago letting everyone know that my cousin, who I called "Tom" was dying from the effects of alcoholism. Tony died this morning at Hospice at the age of 43. He left behind a devestated wife and two preteen daughters, as well as his Parents, two brothers and a sister. This is the second death as a result of this disease to effect my Family. Many of you know I lost my only sister, Linda, who passed away in 1991. Linda died from cirrhosis of the liver. She was only 26. Many of us think that "it could never happen to me." I just got a phone call from an Aunt on my Mom's side of the Family. Her Grandson, who everyone called Scooter, died in a car accident today. He struggled with drug and alcohol addiction. We don't have too much information surrounding his death since he was in Florida to attend his half brother's Wedding tomorrow. He was only 27. No matter what kind of day you had today, if you are able to read this, I hope you will be able to find gratitude in the fact that this disease hasn't taken your life. It sure wants to. |
I'm deeply sorry about your losses Serenity Oueen... Sad And yes I thank God that my addiction hasn't taken me from this world. |
I'm sorry for your and your family's pain... |
Yes this disease is only here to KILL US! My husband's cousin died 2 days ago from this disease. He was only 22. A friend of mine was just diagnosed with cirosis of the liver and Hep. C and she is only 23. I am glad I am sober today! |
BTW- Your family is in my prayers! |
:hug: I am so sorry |
Prayers of comfort for all those who love Tony and Scooter. :hug: |
I appreciate everyones kind words and expressions of sympathy, however I started this thread as a reminder of what the final outcome of this disease is if we continue to use. I also hope that we all realize how truly Blessed we are to be alive today. But for the Grace of God go I. Thank You for letting me share this. Judy |
Judy, I'm so sorry for your losses. Thank you for giving me a(nother) reason to stay sober today. |
Thanks for the reminder that I must stay vigilant about my recovery. Blessings and prayers to your family. |
I am so sorry to hear about your losses and do count myself among the blessed to be alive and sober today. Big hugs, Kellye |
Originally Posted by serenityqueen
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I appreciate everyones kind words and expressions of sympathy, however I started this thread as a reminder of what the final outcome of this disease is if we continue to use. I also hope that we all realize how truly Blessed we are to be alive today. But for the Grace of God go I. Thank You for letting me share this. Judy |
Serenityqueen, thank you for the reminder. Reading your threads has helped me. When I was still in denial about the serious potential consequences (I told myself I'm too young, I didn't drink nearly as much as some others did, insert b.s. line of reasoning here, etc.), I stumbled across some of your posts. I made myself read. I didn't want to, but it was necessary. I cannot thank you enough for sharing something so personal and profound. I am sorry for your losses, but I am glad you are here to tell people the hard truth. |
(((Judy))) I had a rough night at work, was in a bad mood, but your post just reminded me of all I have to be grateful for...thank you! Hugs and prayers to you and your family! Amy |
:praying Judy - I am so sorry for your losses, and I will say a prayer for your family. I appreciate you sharing this message with us though, because it is a very powerful reminder that all of us on this site need to hear. |
So sorry for your losses...prayers for peace. |
such a powerful message and reminder thank you so much for passing the message of grace and hope in recovery along to us......... i will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers |
SQ, My prayers and deepest sympathies for the losses your family has endured. :candle2: These folks are proof positive, my friends, that addiction can and does kill. I feel lucky to be alive, and I'm grateful to be here. Others have died from less than what I have put in my body in past years. Judy, I know you understand that feeling too, and you have been there before. I, too, hope others will read this and get some kind of understanding about how deadly addiction can be. I think most of us know it. But, unfortunately, there are still addicts out there who just don't care whether they live or die. I'll say an extra prayer for those that feel that way today, because I was once in the same place before. Now I care. I want to live. I want to know what it feels like to have kids of my own someday. I want LIFE--with all it's glories and hardships!!! Thanks for reminding me of that Judy!!! I hope others will read this and realize what they could be missing out on if they continue down their rocky path. May God bless you all!! Love, butterfly19 (SP) :praying |
My condolances SQ i really am sorry. |
In sharing your pain, I have no doubt you have touched many today. You certainly did touch my heart. I pray your cousin is truly at peace now, and Scooter too. This disease does kill. |
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