as we know now what its like to be dependent
on a chemical substance, like our parents were.. doesnt mean we dont love the
kids, BUT we know we need to break the chain and pattern now.. dont let our kids turn out like us.. i feel the same as you, i now forgive my father.. he had a very bad car accident, got on pain meds, and it escalated from there until he left my mom so he could have his drugs...