I just want to send you big hugs too. I can only imagine how sad this situation is for you. It is especially difficult to see kids go through this.

I think that one of the toughest things in life is loneliness. When I cut ties off from my abusive family, I knew it was the right thing to do but it left a big hole in my soul. I decided to replace them with loving, supportive people, and I have been lucky to find a few, including my DH and a few friends. This still didn't quite take the place of family, but now I have much more peace and happiness in my life. I hope you will find the same.

I get it. I wasn't suggesting that you leave a door open for their benefit. I was only suggesting it for your own benefit. Let other people make their choices, even if those choices are obviously horrible. I'm sorry your parents did not choose you. Drug addiction is an ugly disease.

Feeling wonderful today, guys! This talk seems to have really helped me. Thanks again for the love and support. It's awesome to know I have somewhere to turn when life gets to be too much.

Fantastic news AngieRR! I hope this wonderful feeling continues for a long, long time.

we're here for you, many hugs