Tina ,
I love that you helped the baby duck- reminds me of my childhood when we often had injured animals beside the range – it just shows what a sweet kind person you are.
You have come such a long way TinA and yes I get that about being sensitive and feeling responsible even when it’s not your fault .
You seem surprised that your partner would think of you at Christmas – I feel he values you so much more than you realise .
I can’t say if the buzz and sounds of the machines ever goes away – many people write once they find real recovery they no longer have urges- others write that despite years of gamble free time they relapse as the addiction is with us forever.
I guess all of us are different . I just know that if we can stay away from gambling life is so much better .
Tina you have come such a long way – you have been brave and upfront in your recovery . Look how much your life has changed in recent weeks .
I hope 2018 is the best year you have ever had !