Addict Mom......



hey chick, how you doing? how has your week of w/d been? you have been on my mind alot. hope things are getting better with the symptoms! let me know how you are!!!
Hi-Carol-
I have been doing very well physically. I never really had anything terrible to deal with. I guess I just have been kind of lost as to how I should develop a plan to stay sober.

Even after everything, I have a nagging feeling that I wasn't THAT bad, I'm still employed, my family is fine, blah blah blah. I keep wondering if I'm the kind of person that has to be homeless on the street before I really and truly GET it?

I haven't used, and don't plan to, but I know I've got to get a plan. My group counseling sessions are voluntary for me; and they help when I go, but I think my best option is NA.

I feel like such a downer on this board, so I haven't been posting much.
Betsy,
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your not a downer and you just picked me up a little. You just keep posting. It will help you as well as us.

Frank
Betsy,
Your not a downer on this board..I love hearing from you. You just need some cheering up is all. I know I have been going through some sort of depression and most people in my life is wondering what is up with me. I have withdrawn myself from calling people, visiting and basically leaving the house. So I know how it feels and can't offer to much advice for cheering up at this point cause were in the same boat. Hang in there you have done a great job!!Did you get any of my e-mails? Rae
OK, I'll post a few before I go make supper!

First of all, Frank, I've never posted to you but I have followed your story and it is AMAZING that you've given up the vic's and have found this site. That's great!
One thing sticks with me that was posted here awhile ago that may help you: Apparently when you overdo pain meds, the pain receptors in your brain get screwed up. I guess it may take up to a year for them to get better, and then any pain we get will not be as severe. That may be good new for me with migraines and you with back pain. I know I have to take alot more than the average bear to feel any relief. I can't wait to take a tylenol and have it work!



Rae Rae - I don't think I've gotten your e-mails! :(


I understand what you are saying, you don't feel all perky and energetic, but we still want to hear from you! Please do not quit giving us updates, as i worry about you when you don't let me know. OK? OK.

If you think you need NA, you probably do. Whatever you feel will work , or you want to try, you should definitley go. You didn't hit rock bottom, this time. Who knows what is in our future? Don't mean to sound glum, but with addiction, there is no end to the possibilities. Without my husband, I might be on the street.....LOL

the emotional stuff you are feeling is normal, whatever that is. It is to be expected during this time, and i know you have the strength to work through it. I;ll be here for you whenever you need me. E-mail me anytime if I can help or just listen; Stay strong and i love you!
I'll send ya some later then when I get home, maybe they will cheer you up. Rae
Thanks, guys, better cook somethin' before the boys eat more cereal!

(PS: I never realized how much teenage boys needed to eat!!! They're 17 & 15 and ALWAYS starving!)
Betsy : Thank you,

Your right this place and alll of you have gotten me this far. I just hope I can be of help to someone else like you have all helped me. While I'm trying to help someome else, I forget about myself for a little while. And thats a good thing. Also thanks for the info.

T.A. If you are out there I got your last and thanks. Just got home from work.

Frank



9 year olds are like that, too. I am going to cook, also, and will check in with you later. have a nice night!