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day 3

Changingpb
Changingpb
My dad called me sobbing last night. I jumped in my car and drove 80 miles to be with him. 53 years my parents were together. It was good for both of us. I just got him breakfast at his small town Montana diner. Headed home soon. Sober!!!!
citychick2011
citychick2011
Sober feels great! You should be elated. You are not being deprived of anything by not drinking!!!! Cheers to life! Hugs
phranque
phranque
Hi PB, The tragic loss of your mother (your father's wife) may serve to bring you and Dad even closer, even though you live 80 miles apart.
If you're up to the role, you are kind of the "rock" of your family now. As long as you're not overstressed by this, it may be a perfect motivator for your continuing sobriety.
Changingpb
Changingpb
Thank you all. 80 miles in Montana is nothing on a weekend. But were trying to get him moved to Great Falls so he can be by us daily. Yep I need sobriety to care for my dad, go fishing with him and help him. :) feeling good and sober
1is2many
1is2many
You are getting back to living life. Good on you
Hug your dad for me will ya?
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pearlkyrridwen
pearlkyrridwen
Hi Pb. That's so great that you were able to go see your father when he needed you. Way to go!
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