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<blockquote data-quote="JKF" data-source="post: 584240" data-attributes="member: 12470"><p>God how I wish I could hug each and every one of you! Having this kind of support is what has helped me get stronger and I am so grateful. Although I'm having a bad moment in time right now, it's true, this too shall pass. One day at a time. One foot in front of the other. </p><p></p><p>I did talk pretty openly and honestly with my younger son today. He knows that difficult child's actions are preventing him from being here but it still makes him sad. I am going to have his therapist talk with him in depth about this on Friday.</p><p></p><p>As for now doors are locked, alarm is on, cars are locked, etc. Phones are charged and next to me although I think tonight will be ok. About 10 min ago difficult child called and said he calmed down and he's sorry about being so upset before. He said he met a few guys who are nice and attended an AA meeting even though he's not an alcoholic. I think it's a rule that whoever is staying at the shelter is required to attend the meetings bc most are in fact alcoholics. I did thank him for calling me to tell me that he was still there bc otherwise I would worry all night. </p><p></p><p>And you're right RE - I'm scared of the unknown. I don't know what the heck to expect and I'm expecting the worst. But as long as I stand firm and keep boundaries things should be ok. Hopefully he'll get some rest tonight and tomorrow will be better for him. This is a new situation and I'm sure he's scared but he has to deal with it and be willing to stick with it.</p><p></p><p>So yes - tomorrow is a new day and I will try my best to help him find some better housing. It may take time but I WILL try as long as he's willing to try too. And now, although I haven't had to do this often lately, I am going to take an Ambien and have a deep sleep. I need it desperately. Thank you all again and please keep sending good vibes my way. I truly believe that helps so much and I need all the help I can get right now.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="JKF, post: 584240, member: 12470"] God how I wish I could hug each and every one of you! Having this kind of support is what has helped me get stronger and I am so grateful. Although I'm having a bad moment in time right now, it's true, this too shall pass. One day at a time. One foot in front of the other. I did talk pretty openly and honestly with my younger son today. He knows that difficult child's actions are preventing him from being here but it still makes him sad. I am going to have his therapist talk with him in depth about this on Friday. As for now doors are locked, alarm is on, cars are locked, etc. Phones are charged and next to me although I think tonight will be ok. About 10 min ago difficult child called and said he calmed down and he's sorry about being so upset before. He said he met a few guys who are nice and attended an AA meeting even though he's not an alcoholic. I think it's a rule that whoever is staying at the shelter is required to attend the meetings bc most are in fact alcoholics. I did thank him for calling me to tell me that he was still there bc otherwise I would worry all night. And you're right RE - I'm scared of the unknown. I don't know what the heck to expect and I'm expecting the worst. But as long as I stand firm and keep boundaries things should be ok. Hopefully he'll get some rest tonight and tomorrow will be better for him. This is a new situation and I'm sure he's scared but he has to deal with it and be willing to stick with it. So yes - tomorrow is a new day and I will try my best to help him find some better housing. It may take time but I WILL try as long as he's willing to try too. And now, although I haven't had to do this often lately, I am going to take an Ambien and have a deep sleep. I need it desperately. Thank you all again and please keep sending good vibes my way. I truly believe that helps so much and I need all the help I can get right now. [/QUOTE]
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