This is why I don't drink
Trudgin
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This is why I don't drink
Several years ago my wife called me at around 6pm and was at the doctors office with my 9 year old son. He was about to get stitches from an injury incurred at football practice. I met her and my son there leaving the bar I had been at for a couple hours.
I walked into the surgical room at our local doc's office. My wife shook her head knowing I was intoxicated. I am certain the physician (who became a friend ) knew as well, surely. I was there but not present when my young son needed his dad. I was humiliated.
Two days ago my son called and said he had a minor injury at his pt job and need stitches. I told him I'd meet him there - he's now late teens.
I walked in - same office, same surgical room, same doctor. My friend - doc - greeted me and nodded. My son said - I'm ok dad, thanks for being here.......
I was not humiliated, but humbled.
For me, by grace - change was and is possible. I have accepted my condition and continue to do the daily work to stay sober and be present for those with whom I love and come in contact with daily.
Together, WE stay sober
I walked into the surgical room at our local doc's office. My wife shook her head knowing I was intoxicated. I am certain the physician (who became a friend ) knew as well, surely. I was there but not present when my young son needed his dad. I was humiliated.
Two days ago my son called and said he had a minor injury at his pt job and need stitches. I told him I'd meet him there - he's now late teens.
I walked in - same office, same surgical room, same doctor. My friend - doc - greeted me and nodded. My son said - I'm ok dad, thanks for being here.......
I was not humiliated, but humbled.
For me, by grace - change was and is possible. I have accepted my condition and continue to do the daily work to stay sober and be present for those with whom I love and come in contact with daily.
Together, WE stay sober
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Awesome post, Flynbuy.
In another thread, I was just telling a fellow journeyer that there are some posts that ought to be printed and kept nearby. Yours is one to add to those gems.
What a difference sobriety has made for you and your family.
I encourage everyone who is new -- or those who are struggling -- to give a lot of thought to Flynbuy's experiences. The life he's leading now can be your life, too. Doesn't that sound wonderful?!
In another thread, I was just telling a fellow journeyer that there are some posts that ought to be printed and kept nearby. Yours is one to add to those gems.
What a difference sobriety has made for you and your family.
I encourage everyone who is new -- or those who are struggling -- to give a lot of thought to Flynbuy's experiences. The life he's leading now can be your life, too. Doesn't that sound wonderful?!
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Originally Posted by Flynbuy 
Several years ago my wife called me at around 6pm and was at the doctors office with my 9 year old son. He was about to get stitches from an injury incurred at football practice. I met her and my son there leaving the bar I had been at for a couple hours.
I walked into the surgical room at our local doc's office. My wife shook her head knowing I was intoxicated. I am certain the physician (who became a friend ) knew as well, surely. I was there but not present when my young son needed his dad. I was humiliated.
Two days ago my son called and said he had a minor injury at his pt job and need stitches. I told him I'd meet him there - he's now late teens.
I walked in - same office, same surgical room, same doctor. My friend - doc - greeted me and nodded. My son said - I'm ok dad, thanks for being here.......
I was not humiliated, but humbled.
For me, by grace - change was and is possible. I have accepted my condition and continue to do the daily work to stay sober and be present for those with whom I love and come in contact with daily.
Together, WE stay sober
I walked into the surgical room at our local doc's office. My wife shook her head knowing I was intoxicated. I am certain the physician (who became a friend ) knew as well, surely. I was there but not present when my young son needed his dad. I was humiliated.
Two days ago my son called and said he had a minor injury at his pt job and need stitches. I told him I'd meet him there - he's now late teens.
I walked in - same office, same surgical room, same doctor. My friend - doc - greeted me and nodded. My son said - I'm ok dad, thanks for being here.......
I was not humiliated, but humbled.
For me, by grace - change was and is possible. I have accepted my condition and continue to do the daily work to stay sober and be present for those with whom I love and come in contact with daily.
Together, WE stay sober
Inspiring post! Thank you!
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What a great example of the way in which sobriety gives us another chance.
You reminded me of just how grateful I am for every "do over" that I get with my family (and myself).
Thank you for sharing!
P.S. Hope your son is healing quickly!
You reminded me of just how grateful I am for every "do over" that I get with my family (and myself).
Thank you for sharing!
P.S. Hope your son is healing quickly!
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