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I am glad to read that he has turned up. Here's to hoping that he gets the help he so desperately needs. The same applies to his girlfriend.
posted by
FormerStudentIntern
on September 19, 2012 at 9:06 AM
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What a terrible situation, and what terrible angst to put on you. My wife and I don't have children ourselves, but I think I can imagine what you must have been going through. I hope the final conclusion gives you some peace! 
posted by
JimmyA
on September 19, 2012 at 8:04 AM
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If kicking his butt would work, I'd send you my boots. But we both know that doesn't help either. Just don't foget that you h ave a live too, and other children who are there for you. I'm real happy for Christopher - and can't wait to see your new place when you find it!
posted by
adnohr
on September 19, 2012 at 5:30 AM
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That must be hard to see your son go through alcoholism and I hope that he finds a healthier way to deal with his pain.
posted by
lionreign
on September 19, 2012 at 3:43 AM
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A lot of sadness seems to come your way Sam, I don't know what the answer is when a loved one is destroying his or her life. I suppose one has to hope one day it will cease to be a problem.Take care
posted by
C_C_T
on September 18, 2012 at 11:58 PM
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Such a relief to hear this. Prayers for his further recovery even if it is a long road; I believe there is good in him that can respond to the need to move forward on this issue.
posted by
mariss9
on September 18, 2012 at 9:34 PM
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sam
{So they all need the straight and narrow in either lifestyle or land with a house. The skies will change to clear love. BC-A, Bill’s R®st
posted by
BC-A
on September 18, 2012 at 9:27 PM
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I believe that Mic is going to be okay for now Sam, but it is a long road and he is just at the beginning, maybe a little before the beginning. After all it has to he that wants recovery which is hard to do when your in denial. You know my prayers are with you.
posted by
UtahJay
on September 18, 2012 at 9:26 PM
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all you can do is pray and be supportive but not codependent...they do have groups for family members of alcoholics....maybe you can find solace there 
posted by
Annicita
on September 18, 2012 at 5:54 PM
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sam
I am very glad to hear that all turned out well in the end, and that it was just 'one of those things', that one must expect every now and then when a couple of alcoholics go at it...It's the sort of situation that cries for professional help - too bad Mik won't accept that...
posted by
Nautikos
on September 18, 2012 at 5:27 PM
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so happy he is ok. I wasnt aware he is an alcoholic, my SIL has an addictive personality and I think he could be an alcoholic and my daughter doesnt help. They too fight all the time but I think their marriage thrives on it. Good luck to your son Chris with the head on his shoulder
posted by
Lanetay
on September 18, 2012 at 4:32 PM
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I am relieved for you and your son, Sam..
Sorry to hear he struggles with an addiction issue; I too live a mother's heartache in that arena. The frustrating thing is, there is not much you can do because they have to want the lifestyle change and want it badly enough to make the effort and stay determined. Families do intervene; I've been through that and it worked for a stint of rehab and a few months following. Then sadly, my son's resolve slipped away and he relapsed. I'm dealing with that now, knowing I can plead, cajole, etc. till I'm blue in the face (and often have done so, almost literally) but if he wishes to continue, my words and tears are meaningless. Of course, the tears flow on regardless...My love for him is unconditional and I pray for him constantly as I'm sure you do your son.
Well, happy to hear Christopher is doing well and wish you both the best of luck in finding homes..
posted by
Katray2
on September 18, 2012 at 4:15 PM
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