Chris in VA Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 I am different now, so, even tho it's affecting me alot, I do not feel hopeless. Just mad, disappointed and a little scared. I am trying not to rescue. Please pray for discernment for me and Dh as we figure out what is appropriate. Please pray for the guarding of my dd's heart--she doesn't know, but she's 10 now, and it will definitely affect her. Please pray for ds20, as his relationship with his wayward brother isn't close anymore. Please pray for our df who is nearly 84, and loves ds18 so dearly--she will be devastated. Please pray for those kids who lead ds down this path, and for those he took with him. Lastly, please pray for ds. He has a choice to make, and I think he may not be strong enough to make the right one, even tho the consequences are life-changing and severe. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TravelingChris Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 I am praying Chris. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elegantlion Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 :grouphug: Prayers here. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennifer in MI Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: I am so so so sorry. I have a brother who keeps relapsing too. I have seen the devastating effects it has on my parents, who refuse to rescue him. On the one hand, they want to help their child. On the other, what's the best way to do that? My heart breaks for you. Every time we get "that" call, it's heartbreaking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sheryl Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 I am different now, so, even tho it's affecting me alot, I do not feel hopeless. Just mad, disappointed and a little scared. I am trying not to rescue. Please pray for discernment for me and Dh as we figure out what is appropriate. Please pray for the guarding of my dd's heart--she doesn't know, but she's 10 now, and it will definitely affect her. Please pray for ds20, as his relationship with his wayward brother isn't close anymore. Please pray for our df who is nearly 84, and loves ds18 so dearly--she will be devastated. Please pray for those kids who lead ds down this path, and for those he took with him. Lastly, please pray for ds. He has a choice to make, and I think he may not be strong enough to make the right one, even tho the consequences are life-changing and severe. Thanks. :grouphug: Praying, Chris. Sheryl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TN Mama Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 :grouphug: I have no words of comfort, but I am praying for your family and those affected by this latest turn. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sue G in PA Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 :grouphug: Praying for you and your family Chris. This must be so difficult for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michelle in MO Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 For all of your prayer requests, Chris, I will be adding my prayers as well. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jugglin'5 Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 Praying here... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denisemomof4 Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 oh, Chris, I'm so very, very sorry!!! How absolutely heart breaking. :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unsinkable Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 so sorry praying!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Granny_Weatherwax Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 Praying here. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommaduck Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 I don't know what is going on, but I will be praying for your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackie in AR Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 I'm praying, Chris. I'm so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ladydusk Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 Bringing you all before the throne of grace. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beth in OH Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 Praying.... It's a journey. God has him. Beth Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mom2a&z Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 Praying :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Halftime Hope Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 :crying: I'm so sorry, Chris!! We will continue praying for all you mentioned. {{Chris, family, and ds}} Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lllll Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 Praying here as well, Chris. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impish Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BridgeTea Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 praying for all of you :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
butterfly113 Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 Chris, I will be praying. I do not know the exact circumstances, but the Lord DOES! He has your ds in His hands. I will be praying for direction, wisdom, and discernment for your ds and all of you. I will also pray for a peace that surpasses all understanding, one that only the Lord can bring for you and your family! I have a stepson, now almost 30 that we have helped many times through the years, and he still chooses the path he choses, not God's. It is so hard. We have had to say no more. I can certainly relate to the 'wave effect' that is felt by everyone during sturggles. While our circumstances are not the same, I can empathize and send you HUGS! :grouphug: Butterfly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MariannNOVA Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 Chris: Thoughts, :grouphug:, prayers will be with your family. I'm so sorry -- I know we never meet up even though we live close, but I will pm you my ph # if there is anything I can do to help. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caitilin Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 My prayers are with you all. I am so sorry you're going through this situation again. :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickenpatty Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 :grouphug: Praying for your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jen500 Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starr Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 Chris, I am so sorry. I am praying for all of you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KidsHappen Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 :grouphug: OH Chris, I feel the stabing pains in my heart as if it were my own child. I am praying for a short replapse and speedy recovery. God grant you the grace to bear up under the pressure and if you ever want to talk to someone who's been there and knows what you are going through, pm hon. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris in VA Posted April 21, 2010 Author Share Posted April 21, 2010 :grouphug: OH Chris, I feel the stabing pains in my heart as if it were my own child. I am praying for a short replapse and speedy recovery. God grant you the grace to bear up under the pressure and if you ever want to talk to someone who's been there and knows what you are going through, pm hon. :grouphug: Thanks, Fellow Boardies. Kids, I appreciate your wording--praying here for a "short relapse" and "speedy recovery." Many of you have pm'd me--such grace. Thank you so much! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 So sorry. Praying here. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kathleen in VA Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 I'm praying, too, Chris. I'm so sorry. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melissel Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 Oh Chris, I'm so sorry :crying: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoughCollie Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 I'm really sorry to hear this. I will pray for your DS and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kim in Appalachia Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 Chris, I'm so sorry. I'll be praying for your son and the rest of your family, especially you. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teamturner Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 Praying for you all. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harriet Vane Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
74Heaven Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 For all of you and God's wisdom as you struggle. lisaj Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hornblower Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 Oh boy. I'm sorry to hear this & I'll be thinking of you & your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeaTotaler Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 :grouphug: So sorry to hear this. Will pray. I am different now, so, even tho it's affecting me alot, I do not feel hopeless. Just mad, disappointed and a little scared. I am trying not to rescue. Please pray for discernment for me and Dh as we figure out what is appropriate. Please pray for the guarding of my dd's heart--she doesn't know, but she's 10 now, and it will definitely affect her. Please pray for ds20, as his relationship with his wayward brother isn't close anymore. Please pray for our df who is nearly 84, and loves ds18 so dearly--she will be devastated. Please pray for those kids who lead ds down this path, and for those he took with him. Lastly, please pray for ds. He has a choice to make, and I think he may not be strong enough to make the right one, even tho the consequences are life-changing and severe. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirty ethel rackham Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 Praying here! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brigitte Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 Chris, My thoughts and prayers are with you. How heartbreaking for all of you. Brigitte Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mad Jenny Flint Posted April 21, 2010 Share Posted April 21, 2010 Always keep in the front of your mind that you are doing what you are doing in the best interest of all involved. I know how manipulating addicts can be. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*Inna* Posted April 22, 2010 Share Posted April 22, 2010 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LibraryLover Posted April 22, 2010 Share Posted April 22, 2010 :grouphug: I'm sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosie_0801 Posted April 22, 2010 Share Posted April 22, 2010 :grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cjbeach Posted April 22, 2010 Share Posted April 22, 2010 Hugs and prayers!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kalanamak Posted April 22, 2010 Share Posted April 22, 2010 :grouphug::grouphug: He knows not what he does.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carpe Diem Posted April 22, 2010 Share Posted April 22, 2010 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SonshineLearner Posted April 22, 2010 Share Posted April 22, 2010 Really Sorry! There is still hope! Change can happen... Prayers... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caitlinsmom Posted April 22, 2010 Share Posted April 22, 2010 My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Praying your ds is strong enough to make the right choices and that your family is strong enough to weather this storm. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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