I didn't read all the responses, and also didn't know you were a recovering alcoholic. I have no advice on the topic (I also have a tough time saying no), but I just wanted to say that I commend you for the journey you have been through and the path you are taking. My father is an alcoholic and I often wonder how people ever overcome it. Congrats to you!
I didn't read all the responses, and also didn't know you were a recovering alcoholic. I have no advice on the topic (I also have a tough time saying no), but I just wanted to say that I commend you for the journey you have been through and the path you are taking. My father is an alcoholic and I often wonder how people ever overcome it. Congrats to you!
Thank you. I am the child of an alcoholic as well. It's tough. I'm sorry you had to go through that. So I commend you for your strength as well.
@linny1012 that's awesome. It's amazing to watch addicts take their lives back. They radiate happiness and gratitude. I love to hear the success stories. Thanks for that.
I'm coming in late, but I just want to say that I'm impressed by your compassionate and articulate responses to her. You responded so well. I'm terrified of confrontation, and I completely understand your feelings.
Congratulations on your many years of sobriety. Keep protecting yourself from people who may cause you harm.
"It is better to light a candle than curse the darkness." - Eleanor Roosevelt
I'm coming in late but I wanted to say first congrats on your sobriety.
Since no one mentioned it, depending on local law, if you allow someone to stay in your home and they steal from you there is little to nothing you can do to press charges. I've learned this the hard way. And her response shows that she could turn on you and your friendship quickly enough that I would not want her around my family or possessions. All her actions you described and her message indicate she's probably using again so you made the right choice.
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YES! But with a Boston accent.
Thank you. I am the child of an alcoholic as well. It's tough. I'm sorry you had to go through that. So I commend you for your strength as well.
"It is better to light a candle than curse the darkness." - Eleanor Roosevelt
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Since no one mentioned it, depending on local law, if you allow someone to stay in your home and they steal from you there is little to nothing you can do to press charges. I've learned this the hard way. And her response shows that she could turn on you and your friendship quickly enough that I would not want her around my family or possessions. All her actions you described and her message indicate she's probably using again so you made the right choice.
TTC since March 2014
BFP#1 09/25/2014 EDD 6/4/2015