From Fiance to AA
I can't tell you the exact moment an occasional drink became an every night thing but I do know the time-frame quite well. I was engaged and happily planning a wedding when I found out that my beloved fiance was married. Married and still quite involved with his wife. Seemed the two of them had what is known as an open marriage....Read more
My Father's Lessons
My father couldn't let go and my mom finally told him that he had to choose. Unfortunately, his choice was not us. Still, before he disappeared out of our lives, he did one thing right that my mother made sure me and my brother knew about....Read more
When Summer Falls
This time of year brings back memories, most good and a few that are sad. It's a time of enjoying a break from school, taking vacations, people getting married. With me, though, it's a time of reflection because not only is it summertime, it is also the anniversary of a time when my little sister hit her lowest point....Read more
Remembering Jamie
One day, I ran into Jamie. He grabbed me and said "Cousin! I've missed you!" I barely recognized him. The drugs had made him seem older than he was. Still, he was my cousin and I loved him and was happy to see him....Read more
Second Chances
Mom was always out partying and doing drugs. I was raising my little brother and sister. My older brother was bringing in what money he could to keep us from getting utilities shut off. He was only 17 and I was 15....Read more
