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March 15, 2008, 12:01 pm PDT

Lost without Hope

I can't wait to see the show. I need help and don't know where to turn or how to begin. I read a copy of T.D. Jakes "let it go" almost every day. I feel too weak and so alone. Thank you for this show.
 
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April 6, 2008, 11:08 am PDT

The o n l y child

My loving mother used money to manipulate me all of my life. As her only child she gave me a copy of her will leaving everything to me after my dad passed away.

She always blamed him for not spending money while I was growing up.

A lesson in the fast lane, late in my life. She not only changed her will, leaving me excluded but slapped me with a law suit. Promising the same things to my children and grand children.

She claims to be a Christian. I pray I am not like her. She loves only one person, herself.

 
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April 13, 2008, 2:03 pm PDT

Are we related???????

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Hi Abigail, I can relate to your situation.  I also have no relationship with my parents. They are in their mid-80's and I in my mid-50's.  The relationship is irreparable that is the shame of it all.  I am ok with being left out of the will.  I don't want anything after death that they could not give to me in life. That is just how I am.  My bio mom is a toxic woman also and I read the book "Toxic Parents" which helped me tremendously.  I recommend it.

Aprilynn

I know I am an only child but this sounds just like my family. I look forward to the show & hope I find some help for myself.

My mother has used money (& things) my whole life to get her way. She loves to tell everyone what she offers me, knowing I will not accept it.

One day I needed money so I started to accept her offers. She took them all back. (no surprise, huh?)

Then she sued me & cut me out of her will all together.

She now offers it all to my children who are falling right into place. I heard her mention it to a grand daughter too. My children are very happy not seeing me & glad to be with my mother.

I can't believe my family loves money more than me.

When my mother dies & they get her money will they love me then, probably not.

I need help.

 
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May 5, 2008, 7:24 am PDT

The 3 "C"'s

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     Thirty-three years of sobriety for you is an accomplishment.  The odd part of the story is that a co-dependent requires twice as long recovering--if at all.  The whole time, everyone sees the damage alcohol has done to the drunk.  Utter strangers feel sorry for them.  Once the drunk stops drinking, the co-dependent's life is supposed to be miraculously changed.

     Few addicts understand the effect their illness has on their family.  They have broken the heart of people unfortunate enough to love them.  You daughter feels as if she carried the weight of the world on her shoulders.  She's done the best she could, and she still can't make you happy. 

     Now be honest, you want your daughter's forgiveness because it would be convenient for you.  You'd be off the hook.  You wouldn't have to feel guilty.   

                 

I too know your loneliness and your fears. Thank God for Alanon.

I am learning to be me all over again. Be gentle with yourself & work the 12 steps for sanity.

My entire family has been affected by alcohol.

My mother has never been there for me. I tried to be there for my 4 children but they want me out of their lives. I miss my grand daughter sooo much. I was not allowed to see her.

Everyone blames everything on me.

It hurts deeper than life itself.

You are in my prayers for a peaceful life with your family.

 
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May 18, 2008, 10:30 am PDT

JOIN THE CLUB

Secretly I wish I could be in the group with Robin to get fit & lose weight.

I was always the skinny kid. I could eat anything & everything so I did & I love good food.

Then came the 40's club & the doctor kept saying "you are a woman at that age" excuse.

Add an injury & surgery. Not to mention STRESS. I am over weight enough to impact my health and my self esteem but not enough to get my doctor to take me serious.

Dr. Phil scares me to death but I sure would be willing to get help. I do know that I need it.

 

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