MIRecovery

My terminally ill daughter was too ill to make to make it to fathers day and I'm a bit down. Watching her steady decline is just so hard. I feel horrible for her and there is not a damn thing I can do about the cancer.

What I can do is be there for her sober. To love her and care for her. To say this has been a test of my sobriety is an understatement but I know a drink will only make a horrible situation worse.

I thank God I am sober today and I thank all of the wonderful people who continue to support me through this ordeal.

It is possible to stay sober not matter what life throws at you

not2late

I cannot imagine what you are going through. But you are right. Drinking won't make it better and wont make it go away. My thoughts are with you. Be as strong as you can. For her.

ImperfectlyMe

So sorry she wasn't able to make it today happy Father's Day... Keeping you both in my thoughts and prayers

Dee74

You are your family are in my prayers MIR.
Thanks for inspiring me today

D

Leshar

Dear MIR,

I'm so sad your daughter could not be with you today.
You are dealing with such a sad, major life issue and you are doing it with strength in sobriety. You're an inspiration to us all.
Sending you good wishes.

charleesavedme

I am very sorry that you are dealing with such sadness. My thoughts are with you and your family.

least

I am sorry for your situation and amazed by your serenity.

gvrecovery

I can't imagine anything that would test sobriety than what you are going through, you're in my prayers.

aussieblue

Prayers for you and your family.

jdooner

I am at a loss for words. You and your daughter are in my prayers.

MIRecovery

I'm snickering as I write this. I have been so tempted to respond to various posts. "You think your life s_cks let me tell you about mine. If I didn't laugh at the situation sometimes I would fall apart

Anna

I am so very sorry for your family and this sad, sad situation.

Prayers and good wishes from me.

Badger4

Praying for you and your daughter.

CodeJob

I'm so sorry MI. I cannot imagine such sorrow. Peace to you and all who hold your daughter in their hearts.

Hevyn

MIR - Sharing your sadness and praying for your daughter & you. I'm not sure I could stay as strong - I admire you so much.

MIRecovery

I don't know if anyone knows how they would deal with it. What it boils down to is this. Drinking is not an option CRAP!!!

If that option is off the table I better figure out how I am going to deal with this without drinking. For me living a day at a time, a faith in God, reaching out for help, and having a large sober support network have been key.

I realize I'm down tonight so I reach out for help. All of the positive vibes will keep me going until tomorrow. I'm not going to worry about tomorrow because it has not come

EJ43

MI, I am so sorry about your daughters health. I am sure your 100 percent presence is a great comfort to her

soberclover

Sending some positive thoughts and prayers your way.

Jeni26

I'm so sorry that you and your family are going through this.

My thoughts and prayers are with you all

StormiNormi

My only child died five years ago. I don't celebrate Mother's day, anymore. I do hold onto my memories of Mothers days past. Those are a tender treasure death can't steal......Savor the memories of yesterday's moments. Those are yours to keep forever. <3