Callas

I embarked on my sober journey beginning of April. This coincided with my mothers dementia progressing from moderate to severe. This was truly coincidental and not planned.

I went through withdrawal and all the related anxieties while working and caring for my mother with the help of wonderful and compassionate carers. I did not drink,
. On Saturday my mother passed away. It was a relief for her and for us.

I am grateful and proud that I stayed sober through this time of emotional turmoil and physical challenges. I am not complacent though. I have not tested myself in the best of times yet. I stayed away from socialising and intend doing so for at least another two months.

Lifelong sobriety is not a race. Like meditation there is no end date. The quest is permanent and needs continious commitment and the ability to adapt.

I know many more challenges will come. I am not arrogant in thinking that I am ready for them. I am thankful in humility that I lived through a very trying time and stayed sober.

My goal is to remain dedicated to reality, warts and all. One moment at a time.

Canuck76

My mother passed away recently as well. I have been drinking consistently though and don't think I have given myself a chance to deal with it.

Dee74

I'm sorry for your loss Callas.

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MarkstheSpot

So sorry to hear about your mother, Callas, and congratulations on staying sober during what must have been a very testing time.

DriGuy

Callas, I'm sorry to hear about your mother. Most of the time we don't have to deal with such big issues so early in recovery, but you did and didn't drink. That was a big step, and taking it shows strength and commitment. I'm grateful that you shared it here.

fini

hi Callas,
way to go on ongoing sobriety through his challenging time. my mom had dementia also, and ached for relief.
keep going. good to see you here.

Hevyn

You have so much to be proud of, Callas. I'm sorry for the loss of your mother. You gave her a wonderful gift - you saw her through - and stayed sober during a sad & challenging time.

nez

Callas, my heart goes out to you.

Early in recovery I too, became my mother's caregiver. On the day of my 6 month sobriety mark, she passed. During this 6 month period, I began to learn the gift that recovery truly is.

What a blessing it is to live life as it comes to us. Today I don't have to run or hide. I embrace the entire spectrum that life offers as it unfolds.

People in recovery are fortunate because they get to learn these lessons. I am grateful to be an alcoholic because I think I would have gotten to this point by any other path.

least

I am sorry for the loss of your mother. Glad you stayed sober.

WaterOx

The first month is very hard no matter the circumstances. I think it's very impressive to go through all of that sober. I'm sorry for your loss.

It's wise of you to keep in mind "the best of times". They can be just as dangerous as the worst.

Finalround

I'm sorry too callas. You've handled yourself brilliantly though. Inspiring and thoughtful post. Thank you.