Yeah!!! I know this sounds weird but my 18 year old worked today at a new full time job for the first time in I don't know how long. This is my son who has struggled with low self-esteem because of his dad and mom (me). He has struggled through juvy with docs prescribing meds (for bipolar) and then taking them away. He couldn't function in the school environment but got his GED with flying colors 3 threes ago. Sometimes it feels like he is mentally as mature as my 15 year old due to his upbringing. My husband and I have joined forces to help him in this wonderful chapter in his life. One day at a time. But today I am so excited. And my son....sound asleep on the couch after a full days work under his belt. Thank you Lord!!! Thank you all for your prayers.
Enabler,
I too, have a son who is an addict. He is 20. It is so funny the things we take joy and pride in, after struggling with this addiction. My son, is waking up at a normal hour (8:00-9:00am) every morning, including weekends and staying awake ALL day!! He works early evenings...... That was such an accomplishment for him. I was overjoyed! He was finally living like a normal person after months and months of staying up most of the night and sleeping most of the day.
Congratulations!
Cindy
I too, have a son who is an addict. He is 20. It is so funny the things we take joy and pride in, after struggling with this addiction. My son, is waking up at a normal hour (8:00-9:00am) every morning, including weekends and staying awake ALL day!! He works early evenings...... That was such an accomplishment for him. I was overjoyed! He was finally living like a normal person after months and months of staying up most of the night and sleeping most of the day.
Congratulations!
Cindy
Although many times I suspect my son is using something, it is his father who is the addict. His DOC is marijuana and crack. I could probably add sex, porn, fast cars also. My son has told me that knowing and seeing his dad use drugs has made him not want to do them. Everytime my son has been random tested he is clean. Thank God! I still believe he suffers from bipolar.
truly good news from both of you.
mine has called the last 6 sundays asking for a ride to Mass. He even participates in the prayers now. says he meditating every day. picked him up at work a couple of weeks ago and he had a book of daily meditations with him.
thought i'd never see the day.
mine has called the last 6 sundays asking for a ride to Mass. He even participates in the prayers now. says he meditating every day. picked him up at work a couple of weeks ago and he had a book of daily meditations with him.
thought i'd never see the day.
We finally went to visit a new church on Sunday and i tried to get my son to go. He gave all kinds of excuses why he couldn't. so my youngest and I went alone.
Now there is some incentive to his working. He is hoping we will help him get a car. He is also hoping I will move back home and he can keep my apartment for the term of the lease.
Now there is some incentive to his working. He is hoping we will help him get a car. He is also hoping I will move back home and he can keep my apartment for the term of the lease.
JJ,
Great news, I'm very happy for you and your son. It's good to hear from you. Mine acted like an a** yesterday, but that is another story. I know I have bad days too, so I am working on letting go of it. If you want to hear what happened I can bump it up to you. I just don't want to rehash it.
Judy
Great news, I'm very happy for you and your son. It's good to hear from you. Mine acted like an a** yesterday, but that is another story. I know I have bad days too, so I am working on letting go of it. If you want to hear what happened I can bump it up to you. I just don't want to rehash it.
Judy
Judy, I think I read it. I had to do a lot of catching up today. I am having quiet time right now so it was nice to read. It is nice to have quiet. I am sorry to hear what happened to your husband. Mine was reminded last night by his mom that the men on both sides of the family have passed away in their late 40's or early 50's. He has a strong colon cancer history on both sides. I don't worry about his colon anymore. I worry about his heart exploding and his boys knowing what caused it.
how do I change my name without changing my password?
I just figured it out. I gtg. Gotta put the worker bee to bed. See ya tomorrow. have a great evening!
jacki, that's a much better name.
You made me laugh!!!!!
More good news! Day two for my 18 year old with his first full time job. And he got a raise!!! The Lord works in mysterious ways!! My husband and i are using every opportunity to build him up and God just keeps delivering. He even got a ride home with someone he worked with. New Friend!!! ( I hope a good influence. ) His dad is already talking about restoring one of the cars in the backyard and he is excited about it. I am smiling inside and out.
The raise was just perfect since my husband and I both got one this week and used it as an opportunity to say work hard and you will be rewarded. I don't think we expected it on his second day. and he likes the job. This is wonderful for someone who basically slept and ate every day. Pray that it will continue.
The raise was just perfect since my husband and I both got one this week and used it as an opportunity to say work hard and you will be rewarded. I don't think we expected it on his second day. and he likes the job. This is wonderful for someone who basically slept and ate every day. Pray that it will continue.
good news indeed. and heartwarming.