Originally Posted by stillbitter

Tough love for me. My wife left me a few weeks ago because of my drinking. She warned me many times how it would end if I didn't stop, but I never listened. It took her actually leaving to open my eyes to what I was doing to her and my family. Nine days sober now and clinging to the hope that she will return. I know we're still in love, but getting through the anger, resentment, and guilt will be a long road. Not to mention recovery as well. I know she's happy that I'm sober, but she has heard it all before. Seems hard for her to wrap her mind around the fact that I had no control over this beast, but I can't use that as an excuse either. This is my last chance.

Chris