Bad Day

My son decided to throw a fit today. He cussed at me for nearly an hour. Called me all sorts of horrible names and threw many insults my way. I have decided not to tolerate it any more. I took his car keys away. I told him "My house, my car, my rules or move out". 
  I have been very sick lately. I found out that I have cirrhosis,  caused by hepatitis c.  I am very lucky however and am on Harvoni. The medicine can be pretty rough and cause a lot of uncomfortable side effects.  But it will kill the hep c. I still have to tolerate the cirrhosis symptoms as well as my other physical issues. I've started going to a therapist. She has helped me realize that I don't have to tolerate my son's cruel behavior.  I am too sick to put up with it any longer. Maybe he'll get the idea if he has to walk to work. I'm just trying to stay strong right now. It's really hard when he says the mean things that he does. All I can do is hide my tears and appear to be unaffected by his abuse.
  My back and head are thrombin today. His yelling, or rather,  screaming at me, hasn't helped at all. Just going to lay back, watch a movie and try to move on from here.
  Hopefully tomorrow will be better. 

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SingYourGutsOut
SingYourGutsOut

I have really missed you and am glad to see you back on DS. I am sorry that you are ill, but congratulate you for going to a therapist and showing tough love to your son.
Love you lots
gramybear
gramybear

I have had 2 friends who have taken that medicine and got rid of their Hep C... I know you are going through hell with the symptoms it causes but in the end, it will be worth it. I\'m so glad you put your foot down. Years ago I had to take my son\'s car away too. We have to stand our ground or we will be walked on forever. I\'m very proud of you. Hugs