Review: Brave tale of a mother dealing with an addict
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 06 4, 2014
This is a heartbreaking story.  The fact that it is true and happens a lot makes it worse.  We are taken by the hand and shown the walk from denial, anger, guilt and acceptance.  It is a long an painful journey and one seldom considered.  The guilt alone that as a mom you can't "fix" this is tremendous.  The mom, Susan, wants her sweet daughter back.  Tina, the daughter wants to die.  Susan has two other children at home to who are being torn apart by Tina's self-destructive behavior.  Susan is also suffering from health issues.  Add grandchildren to the mix and the tension levels increase!  A must read for anyone in this situation.  Know you are not alone, it is not your fault, and protecting yourself does not make you a bad mother.I would like to thank the author for sharing this painful experience with the world.  It sheds light in a very dark place.