parenting in addiction – Authentic Truths

April 25, 2022April 25, 2022

Their Addiction-My Journey,”A Letter to My Child in Addiction”

I hoped my words would change your thoughts. If I could convince you of your potential, ability, strength, and power, then you would embrace your worth and value. I thought if I spoke it to you loud and long enough, you would believe and find your confidence again.

April 20, 2022April 22, 2022

Their Addiction~My Journey, “Homeless Hell”

I am a parent of an adult loved one battling substance use. For years I fought alongside, tried to motivate, and lent help in any way I could. I have paid bills- sometimes for months, I have posted bail, bought groceries, clothes, and other items. I opened my home in hopes of change. But the desire for change was outplayed by the desire to be high.

Word Prompt~March 18, 2023

I’m the mother of an addict. My eyes burst open daily with one anxious thought, “Is she dead or alive?”

New Podcast Episode- “Confrontation With Self”

This episode is a reflection back to the time just before I began my recovery. There is anger, bitterness, pain, acceptance, and resolve here. I began to confront some hard truth within myself, and it was HARD! If you’re in that place, know you are not alone.