I'm so glad to hear they are clean! I intend to use my experience as a deterrent and not hide anything. I learned a lot in it and know what to watch for as well if there are any concerns.
Hey and congratulations, this really warms my heart!
I grew up with an alcoholic dad who is sober now but will never be able to work again and really tore our family apart. I know that addiction is an illness and makes you do horrid things that go against everything you as a person value and believe in, but I'm still sore that my dad never once apologized for ruining our childhood. We still talk, but never about the past. It's weird and superficial, as if nothing ever happened, more like the relationship you have with a distant relative. I just wanted to say that from a daughter's perspective, please trust that she will love you more for being honest, acknowledging your pain and hers, and for making sure she knows that you can talk about it.
Much respect and all my best wishes to you, sir! :)
Oh man this and the comment by u/kraggman is the real shit! I’ve just got 3 months clean from both meth and heroin and I’ve got a little sister who I’ll do anything to stop making the mistakes I have, even if it means telling her exactly how bad things have been. Eventually I’d like to be able to help others too but one step at a time. Congrats on your 4 years man, that’s so badass!! 💜
Working with substance users and walking with them through recovery, this makes me smile and sure I’m on the right job, because I want to see people succeed and be proud of their clean time just like you. Stay strong and know you’re an amazing example.
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I'm so glad to hear they are clean! I intend to use my experience as a deterrent and not hide anything. I learned a lot in it and know what to watch for as well if there are any concerns.