Within the last three weeks, the Son has lost two people that he knew from his first rehab experience. It has been a very sobering experience for all of us. The Son is very hurt. Addicts have a really hard time dealing with pain. He came to visit and things weren't going all that well between us. The Dad wisely reminded me how difficult it is for an addict to handle pain. "Pray for him and love him" he said.
It was the message that I needed. Fear had me panicking about the way he was behaving. I was reacting. But when I was reminded to pray and love, I started to see the Son as someone who was heart broken and afraid. Instead of looking for what I considered as "right" behavior, I could see him. I could see his hurt.
I shut my mouth. I just loved him. I prayed for him to have the desire and courage to work towards his own health. Then out of the blue he started reading one of the many books on recovery that are on our shelves. He asked if he could take it home.
Today, he opened up to me more than I EVER remember. He shared his concerns and let go of some of the toxic feelings that he's so good at carrying around. It was truly a miracle. It was an unexpected gift. And I believe that it all happened because this family is attempting to love the right way.
My mom died 15 years ago today. I think she's praying for us. Feeling thankful and praying for Henry and all of you.
It was the message that I needed. Fear had me panicking about the way he was behaving. I was reacting. But when I was reminded to pray and love, I started to see the Son as someone who was heart broken and afraid. Instead of looking for what I considered as "right" behavior, I could see him. I could see his hurt.
I shut my mouth. I just loved him. I prayed for him to have the desire and courage to work towards his own health. Then out of the blue he started reading one of the many books on recovery that are on our shelves. He asked if he could take it home.
Today, he opened up to me more than I EVER remember. He shared his concerns and let go of some of the toxic feelings that he's so good at carrying around. It was truly a miracle. It was an unexpected gift. And I believe that it all happened because this family is attempting to love the right way.
My mom died 15 years ago today. I think she's praying for us. Feeling thankful and praying for Henry and all of you.
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