Hunny1116

What do you say when co-workers or people who don't know you well ask about your child who is an addict? "What does he/she do?" "Is he/she dating?" "Any grandchildren in the future?" Oh my God...if they only knew.....I am simply thankful he has not killed himself yet....

cassandra2

how about we are estranged and dont talk much....keep it simple...cause really its none of anyone's business.

tjp613

I say "well, he's got some issues to work out... and there's always hope!"

"Miss Manners" had a great piece of advice about how to answer any question that made you uncomfortable--answer with: "Why do you ask?" In other words,... it's NONE OF YOUR BUSINESS!

Spiritual Seeker

My son spent a yr. and a half in rehab in Arizona In the 1st part of treatment the requirement was that he be taking classes. The last 6 mos. he had to have a job and classes.
If people asked I would tell the truth "He is living in AZ." or " He is working in AZ"

The fact that he was in rehab is my son's story to tell and coworkers don't need his details.

Before recovery there would be long stretches I didn't see my son.
I would just say my son is busy living in ____________

outtolunch

Oh Lordy, I once struggled with this, too.

Then I remembered the golden rule, " nobody cares".

So I usually say "she works and plans to go back to school".

teke

i agree, its really none of their busness and it really is your sons story to tell. you and your family are in my prayers.