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Yes, folks, after my frantic post last night, I am pleased to report that I heard WH speak these words twice today - to mental health providers!!! WH voluntarily checked himself into a detox/rehab/psych facility. He is very down and on a suicide watch (last night he tried to buy a shotgun, but the sales clerk wouldn't sell it to him because he was drunk). He will be inpatient for at least 5 days after which they will determine/establish a course of treatment for him. The exciting part is that he wants to get better and stop drinking! He also told me "thank you" and that he was sorry for what he has put me through countless times. Told me that he loves me for the first time in Lord knows how long. ANNNNNDDDDD, he told me that I am a good wife. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" /> Also exciting is that they would not let him have his cell phone with him and I was able to look at the call log and see that he has not called OW recently!!! My Mom and my friend both asked me if I was going to call and tell OW that WH is in the hospital. I told them - NO WAY! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> Signing out as a VERY tired, but VERY happy Brit's Brat who is at peace! Brit's Brat/BS-41 WH-43 DS-11 months Status: Finally, believe that we are in recovery - both as a couple and as individuals!
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Though I should also clarify that the police never found him last night - he had checked into a hotel very close to our house before they even started looking for him. He called this morning and asked me to help in get checked into a hospital that accepts his insurance. SOOOOOO, it truly was 100% purely voluntary!!!
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BB, Very happy it turned out better than it started. I am sure your andrenaline is coming down. I wish you both well on the recovery process. If it is a good thing, let your H know that we are pulling for his recovery. Yours too! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="images/icons/smile.gif" /> Take care, L.
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That is such wonderful news, I am so glad that he was the one willing to check himself in, I believe that shows that he does want to get better than someone forcing him to do so.
you and your husband will be in my prayers, for the healing of your marriage and his addiction.
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good news - glad for you
keep in mind that your WH goes now from emotional heights to lows within minutes maybe.... "our" rollercoaster might be harmless in comparison. fasten your seatbelts for a bumpy ride, but you (he) got now professional help.
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^^^^Bumping this up for all of you who care about me and were looking for me last night. You are all so special to care about me like you do^^^^^^^
This morning, WH called and sounded very tired and quiet, but said he was good. I know he is in the right place, so I am going to leave it in their hands.
I forgot to tell you all that he will be on Librium for the next 5 days to help with the alcohol detox. He says it makes him feel very subdued. This morning, they drew blood to analyze liver function. If everything is in order, they will put him on Depacote (sp?) to act as a mood stabilizer. He is on "precautions" right now, which means, basically suicide watch, so he cannot leave the unit. There is a chance that he will be taken off precautions by this evening, which will me that I can take DS to see him - I think that would do wonders for him. Last night, just taking him pictures of the little guy really raised his spirits. He was showing them all the nurses - such a proud Daddy!
I will keep you all posted on WH's recovery.
Love and thanks to all of you,
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My hope is that one day (soon) he realizes how lucky and blessed he is to have you in his life. You are an angel and you just may save this man's life. No small feat.
I also hope you are emotionally fed and taken care of as you traverse this rocky road called rehab and reconciliation.
I'll keep you and your family in my prayers.
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Hi BB- I am so glad for you, you are so lucky that he sees his issues and is willing to seek help. I am so glad that this is going better and better. You and your family are in my prayers. honey <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" />
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SO happy to hear this, BB! I am very, very happy for you. What a relief, and a great first step! Remember he'll struggle through this and it won't be easy, so stay strong! So, so glad for you!!!! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="images/icons/grin.gif" />
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Hello BB
I read your other post and felt so worried for you and your family - it must have been a terrible time. I'm so glad to hear that finally something positive has happened.
I'm sure there's still a long way to go, but if he's hit rock bottom, the only way is up. It will be hard times, but this is a step in the right direction.
Stay strong.
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