For 10 years Ive lived with & loved an alcoholic. We started a family together & have 2 amazing daughters. The last 6 months have been the hardest of my life coming to the realization that he doesnt want to change or acknowledge the pain his choices have caused. Amazing blessings have come to us unexpectedly since leaving our old life & almost everything they have ever known behind. The dream of living in a safe home with a bed for each of us, AC & heat when we need it, plenty of food at all times, being around people who genuinely care is becoming a reality. The amazing part is that I didnt do anything to earn these blessings. Ironically the things I did work hard for and earn I no longer have and will probably never see again. I struggle with the guilt of leaving knowing he chooses not to be part of the next phase of our lives. I know we'll be more than okay as long as I refuse to give up/give in to those who want us to go back to the old way of "life". Thank you for the reminder!