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02-08-2010, 09:52 PM

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Words of Wisdom from tonight's meeting...

I went to an Al-Anon meeting tonight... first one in a long time. Too long...

A woman said something very simple that I hope I never forget:

"Alcoholics don't have relationships. They take hostages."

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02-08-2010, 09:53 PM

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Sad but true.

My AP has absolutely no friends outside of the ones I have provided. not one.
And our relationship ...ppppffftt!

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02-09-2010, 06:25 AM

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I could write a novel on this simple little line. I am sure we all could!
Thank you for the reminder.

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02-09-2010, 08:06 AM

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klm, glad you were there. It's a good time to gather your support system around you like a warm blanket!

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