Update on my mom...

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Originally Posted by Catty1

If she does die before she stops?

Remember this: You didn't start her drinking, and you can't stop her. Only she can stop herself, byt getting the help necessary. As they say in AA: "It takes what it takes."

Take all the blame out for you. She is sick. This might run in her family.

If she was diabetic, you wouldn't blame yourself, right?

Alcoholism is an illness too.

Of COURSE this is emotional and horrible for you. Just kick the guilt out, cause you have enough to deal with.

hugs
Catty1

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You worded that so well. It IS an illness, and NOT your fault. CagneyDog, I think you are an incredible person for going through everything you have with her and helping her. I too hope that she realized how much you and your family care for her and tried to quit on her own. It sounds to me like she's making progress so far, even if just baby steps. ((((hugs))))

I'm so sorry to read this, Lindsey.
I want to echo what everyone's said about it not being your fault. That couldn't be anymore true!

I hope things look up in the future. I know they have for me, as my mother used to have a major problem. She has reduced her consumption greatly and I'm proud of her.


Kay