A relapse, a collapse, and jail time

[Gerilyn]

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[Melissa]

Ohhh Gerilyn....I am so very sorry. My heart breaks for you and your family.

Stay close. We understand and are with you ...holding you close.

(((Hugs)))

[evergrowing]

Gerilyn,

I am so sorry that you are going through this. Last summer my husband arrested for prescription fraud as you know. He went into our neighbors home (we did have an open door policy) and he stole her prescription pad. I felt so sad that the trust was broken and that his disease to him to such a low point.

In the days before his arrest, I had done what you did. I stepped back. I let things happen. I knew that my constant interference was getting in the way of him experiencing the consequences of his actions. I knew in my gut that something bad was going to happen and that I needed to let it.

The thing is, that it wasn't bad. It was a good thing he got arrested. He just said the other day, 'thank God I got arrested'. It woke him up and helped him to see what a problem he had. He had always thought he could do it on his own and this experience showed him that he needed a program.

I know these next few days will be rough so take extra care of yourself. Call me. I am here for you. You know you don't have to go through this alone. We are with you every step of the way.

(((BIG HUGS)))

[pabrown]

Gerilyn, My heart is breaking for you and your neighbors. I am so sorry this
is happening. Keeping your family in my prayers through this difficult
time. Please stay close.

(((Hugs))) and Love
Patsy

[DianeB]

Geri:

My life has not been the same for a long time. Since
those first few tentacles of addiction began to creep
into my life.

It has been a heartbreaking journey. Too much pain to
even describe. Too many nights of crying myself to sleep.
Too many days of worry and obsession.

I also waited for the police to pick up my son. But I was
the one who turned him in. It felt like a betrayal but
also a strange peace of mind. I knew he was so much
off being restrained from his continuing downward
spiral.

Will you fall apart? Surely. Will you feel such conflicting
emotions and such pain? Of course. Feeling those feelings
allows us to pass through them and pick up the future again.

Hold on tight to your sponsor and fellowship. Lean on us. We
are there to hold up up.

Hugs....

[Angelgirly2]

Dear Friend,
I don't know you well. I haven't been here long. But prayed for you when you left the meeting. Your HP knows. He knows how you feel. The torn feelings.
Your love. I understand in many states there are "Drug Courts" programs for those that are facing time. Many are able to face their addictions and the consequences.
I am so sorry. Your daughter deep down knows you love her.
It sounds like your program is keeping you.

[finallyready]

Gerilyn, I'm am so sorry to hear what you are living through at this very moment. The functioning addict is certainly something I can relate to as our AS is one. It makes addiction and relapse so much harder to detect. But it also makes his warmth, compassion and heartfelt emotions suspect because, for me, I don't know if its the drugs or his true self coming through. My prayers are with you, your family and your daughter.
Leslie

[drinkingwater]

Oh Geri!
I'm so sorry that this is happening. I think you are a strong and amazing
Lady. It must be so hard to step back and let the chips fall where they may,
Especially when it is your child you're talking about. Know that we love you
And we are here for you.

::hugs::
Lindsey

[Gerilyn]

You are truly such dear friends of mine. I needed to "hear" your voices today telling me these very words you did. You have been there, you understand. Your support means so very much.
Love,
Gerilyn

[kathyf]

Dear Gerilyn,

I'm sorry you are going through this. Addiction forever changes everyone. Felonies are so scary to me yet they continued to pile up like leaves falling off of trees in the fall in regards to my son. I was afraid I wouldn't be able to accept it or live with the fact that he has 6 felonies and would go to prison. Yes, life has changed.

Sending you big hugs and lots of love to you today. I understand. I truly understand.

Love,
Kathy

[river rock]

We can only hope and pray that this brings her to where
she needs to be, and she is young enough , that better now
than later. Im so sorry for your sadness and hurt, maybe you
will be surprised by your friends and neighbor, and it can be
saved. Keep coming, we are here for you.
love you my friend
River rock

[dmom]

((((hug))))) My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.




love
dmom

[lmg]

Dear Gerilyn,

You are experiencing a great fear of mine and my heart goes out to you. Keeping you and your daughter in my heart and prayers.

(((Hugs)))
Lori

[Cheryl]

Dear Geri,

I am so sorry for what has happened. And I understand. The day my son was first arrested, life as I knew it changed. It was the ultimate realization of his disease. And it too changed relationships with old friends. But now my son is at a point that he wants to make amends. I pray that your daughter will find her way too.

You are not alone.

Cheryl

[Lyra]

I am very sorry you are dealing with this awful expectation that any day now she will be arrested. We are here for you please dont hesitate to write or call you are in my thoughts and prayers. This may be hitting bottom for your daughter, we can hope that this experience will help her find recovery and live a fulfilling life. Sometimes we need a real hardship to wake us up from our destructive behaviors. Perhaps facing the natural consequences of her addiction fueled burglary will do this for her. Praying for you,your family and your daughter.