I am glad to hear that he has gone to a treatment program, and I hope and pray that this will be a turning point in your nephew's life, and a step towards a happier (and healthier) future for him as well. It is terribly hard to watch a beloved family member destroying their life, and knowing that until they are ready to live differently, themselves; there is not a whole lot that other people can do. My ex-husband went through sober periods, and then back to drugs and drinking over and over. He finally realized that his next bout with this would probably be his last, and he has remained sober and drug-free for many years now; but not until he had done a lot of damage to both his body and his mind.
And there is news about my nephew I want to share. He is out of rehab and here in Louisiana. The bad news is he did not go from rehab into the halfway house he was supposed to go to...so I have no idea what will happen now. I do know that about a week and a half ago, one of his friends over-dosed on heroin and died. His friend left behind a young wife and two young children. So if anyone of you feels like saying a prayer for his widow and two children I'm sure they your prayers would be appreciated. And as always I would appreciate your prayers for my nephew and husband. Thanks,
Sorry to hear that, Babs, hopefully your nephew stays on the right path especially after hearing about his friend. I wish your nephew would have gone to the halfway house, I don't think many make it if they go back to their old friends...hopefully he's staying away from those people. Will pray he does. He may relapse a few times but he's gotta keep trying. Praying for your husband also, hope he's at least trying... My ex sounds normal on the phone but he always did so I don't know what to think. He's had some health issues so maybe that scared him enough.
I wish my nephew would have gone on the halfway house too. I don't know why he didn't but since he didn't...all I can do is keep praying for him.
You are in a very vulnerable state right now Chrissy because of your mom's passing. Take your time until you know you can make a clear decision on things.
I think your right, Babs. He knew and met my mom so I do have that bond with him and maybe the comfort I felt talking to him recently is just because of my mom. They got along very well when she visited many years ago, of course she didn't know he drank...nobody really did.