A Journey Through Secrets

“He’s just broken down and admitted to an alcohol problem. They’re about to take him into surgery and he’s not going to make it.”

How did your journey begin? Maybe it was with words like those written above. No matter how you found out, it is challenging to be in a close relationship with someone who has an alcohol addiction. This book is the story of one family’s journey through discovering the secret and going though the treatment process. It’s my hope that you will find some encouragement in this book and that you can know you aren’t alone. There is hope and help available for people seeking support and recovery.

Alcoholism is a treatable disease. Millions of Americans live with addiction every day. They work jobs, support their families, and are law-abiding citizens. They manage their problem and they make positive contributions to society. Please let the experiences in this book comfort you and motivate you to go deeper into the journey of healing.