He is a alcoholic. He works on oil platforms for two weeks, home three weeks. When he's there he can't drink, but when he gets home it's all he does. He has no friends, only sits on the couch, and watches how the house falls to bits. I dont know what to do anymore, and though I realise that Opuss may not be the best place to put this out, I'm desperate, and hoping someone can help me. I don't want to leave him and move permanently to my mother, not because I'm scared he'll go down, but because I love this house, shallowly I stay because I love my room... It's pathetic, but it's my reason... But I can't stand this anymore.
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It's sad and your dad is prob saddest of all.. Have you confronted him about it? It's a daily battle and hard work for all involved, I wish u well ๐ช
I have confronted him since my mother left him, 7 years ago, but it has only gotten worse. He's collapsed in front of me, I've had to take care of him on several occasions, but time doesn't heal anything, nor does it change this.
I am so sorry for you both. It is an illness and I doubt he can cure himself. Is there anyone else living with you? Try to persuade him to go to your doctor so he can find a programme that will help. He probably hates the situation and feels guilty already. The drink helps him avoid feeling the pain. I hope you can help him and thereby yourself. ๐
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