Working Injured And Alone

[stihl saws]

Could be he was so disappointed that he was told to take a drug test, that his personal integrity was being questioned, he decided to move on. I would.

I'm sure there were lots of signs that led to the request. I've worked with guys and had family with the same issues. The "tells" are easy to spot after you've been around it. Hang in there Randy.

 

[Mastermind]

I'm almost certain that wouldn't help your grown condition.

Never know till you try.

 

[DSS]

I'm almost certain that wouldn't help your grown condition.

No, but the mental pic is making me laugh.

Take one for the team. He's been asking for years

 

[Lee H]

Never know till you try.

Way to much knowledge.


Lee

 

[Mastermind]

Way to much knowledge.


Lee

Carnal Knowledge?

 

[Jon1212]

Way too much knowledge.


Lee

 

[Jon1212]

I'm almost certain that wouldn't help your groin condition.

 

[Normzilla]

I ripped a groin muscle about 6 weeks ago. It's really not getting better. I have an appointment to see the doc again this afternoon. Also, my help has moved on.

I'm not looking for sympathy. I'm just hoping to explain why I'm getting behind. I'm really not that far behind yet. But if I have to end up staying off my feet to heal.........well.

Sorry to hear your hurt. If I lived closer I would volunteer.

 

[Fishnuts2]

I've had a groin pull, and have a daughter addicted to opiates. I know what you're going through and to be enduring both at the same time is gotta be really hard for you. You did the right thing letting him go. Those are some of life's hardest decisions.

Prayers up for your speedy recovery and some resolution for your son in law.

 

[stihl023/5]

Those injuries take a while to mend, I had one a few years ago. Hope all goes well.

 

[stihl_head1982]

Refusing to take the test was the worse thing he could have done. It proves that he could not pass it, and it tells me that he does not want to stop using.

To say I am extremely sad about this would be a huge understatement.

I'd say you knew it was coming, and you dreaded it for longer than any of us know. Having been an addict there is a sense about the whole matter -- and a sick feeling when you realize it's someone you love so much you'd probably die for them if need be. The other pain is realizing you can never help them, unless they want out.

 

[Mastermind]

Well said.

 

[Barneyrb]

A drug addict, drunk, or any other abuser you can't help unless they want to help themselves. I have some cousins that have had some problems and 2 of 3 are now clean and doing very well. One is actually doing things very similar to what you are doing Randy. He holds NA meetings in the prison he got out of, he holds some form of church services there, and is acting as a counselor for that facility (one of a few counselors).

The second is clean and functioning in daily life. She has gone back to work and is now supporting herself and her children once again. The third we are expecting to find him laying out beside the road one day with his throat slit, basically there is not hope for him until he makes some changes. He will get picked up, spend 6 months in jail, and within 6 hours of his release every time he will be high as a kite. The key is that he doesn't want any help, all he wants is another high.

I hate it for you and Jon, he is throwing an awful lot away for something he will always be a slave too until he changes.

 

[Mastermind]

I have no proof that he is using Randy. Just that I asked him to take the test....and he refused.

Hopefully, he proves me wrong.

 

[trooney]

And that unfortunately, is not up to any human power to determine. It is the powerlessness that causes the pain. My wife is going through it with her daughter. She set her boundaries (with alot of support) instead of enabling and detached from the situation. She still loves her very much, but her daughter was starting to drag her down to her level...misery! She is doing much better now, and we hope and pray that one day she will see what she is doing not only to her life but others as well. Don't know if she's an addict but the signs are there. Unfortunately, it not up to me to say...or maybe should I say fortunately! Stay the course my man. Prayers sent! Heal well both emotionally and physically!!

 

[showrguy]

Sorry to read this thread Randy !!

 

[Mastermind]

This too shall pass brother Chuck.

 

[mnmdad]

My daughter is in deep with heroin, and has a methhead boyfriend, but she is finally getting help.. I pray it works for all involved

 

[jmssaws]

I'll keep her in my prayers freind.

 

[huskihl]

A drug addict, drunk, or any other abuser you can't help unless they want to help themselves. I have some cousins that have had some problems and 2 of 3 are now clean and doing very well. One is actually doing things very similar to what you are doing Randy. He holds NA meetings in the prison he got out of, he holds some form of church services there, and is acting as a counselor for that facility (one of a few counselors).

The second is clean and functioning in daily life. She has gone back to work and is now supporting herself and her children once again. The third we are expecting to find him laying out beside the road one day with his throat slit, basically there is not hope for him until he makes some changes. He will get picked up, spend 6 months in jail, and within 6 hours of his release every time he will be high as a kite. The key is that he doesn't want any help, all he wants is another high.

I hate it for you and Jon, he is throwing an awful lot away for something he will always be a slave too until he changes.

I know a few like this (there are millions more). They spend so much time behind bars that it's the only life they know. Many don't care if they get caught once they get out. I'm glad for your 2 successes. Hopefully the 3rd can get on the right track in life also