Thanks cw...he has been amazing....and you helped me understand things from his side....I'm sure we will have many ups and downs....but to have it out in the open is good...and as this place is my sanctury now....I will draw strength from you all to begin rebuilding my family life....but I will remember it's one day at a time ....hope all's good with you and your hubby x
Hi loxxie hun xx really pleased your hubby has been so understanding I bet you so much better now he knows everything xxx just glad your ok was getting worried xxx
Yes I do merc...it's been great having his support..and as for my daughter...well she's been amazing for us both ..and not feeling so alone...still feel horrendous for all the lies and deceit....but that's something I suppose we have to learn to deal with...have not thought about playing once...just enjoying the peace in my head xc
Hello Loxxie,
I just read your diary and it inspired me. Thankyou so much for your kind words aswell. You are doing Brilliant.
Toad.
Hey toad...well im glad you found some usefull bits in my story...you can do it ....one day at a time mate...you've got your wife beside you...all of us here....come walk with us all....it will get better ....if you want it to ...xxx
Another brand new week...looking back over the last I'm feeling so different....calm and ready to take each day as it comes...counselling today..movie night with hubby and son tonight....grandaughter tomorrow..so my daughter can have some time to herself...interview Wednesday..so lots going on...and each day I will be on here reading...learning ..and understanding more and more.....how lovely it is to start a new week looking forward to the normal things in life....what's done is Done...what's gone is
gone...but I will be working so hard each day to make a new happy future for me and all my family....and the sun is shinning..hope you all have a good day....and remember...gambling gives you nothing...and never will ..xx
Another counselling session done...all good...fastes hour...goes so quick...looking forward to evening with hubby and son....New James bond film...and popcorn lol...to anybody reading this who is just starting there journey of recovery....it will get better...with honesty from you...help from wherever you chose...barriers....and most of all your commitment to your future xx
Hi loxxie lovely to hear your positivity. Enjoy your family time and movie. Best of luck with your interview on Wednesday.
Thanks Tilley x
Morning all...well movie night didn't happen....we fell asleep ! lol..must be our age...still had a nice evening...just normal...cooked tea...talked about day...paid bills via phone...just everyday things ...but we done it together...looking forward to whatever today brings....lovely not to be dreading a new day.....x
Hi loxxie shame you missed your film me and oh watched new James bond on Saturday was really good. Good luck on your interview on Wednesday you will do great hun. And like you said it's so nice to do everyday normal things with family and not have to be dreading the post man bringing something horrible or being secretive with oh. Only 2 days until you get your half century massive well done hun xxx
Hello lovely lady, you're near the 50 gf days..how fantastic! Thanks for posting on my diary, I love your positivity. take care xx
Big 50 tomorrow well done, day 1 today for me but think i can do it this time. take care Sha xx
Thanks sha. ...and I'm sure you can do this love...just aim for one day at a time....I'm off for an interveiw today for a job to top up the pubs income.....why don't you try to ring gamcare today....that way we will both have done something posative .....those days gamble free will soon add up ...but things only change if we change them....my head is so much clearer already.....can't wait for you to feel the same...it's not easy in the first few days...or weeks....but honestly love...it's a while lot better than sat glued to a dam slot machine...have a good day...speak later x
Hi loxxie hun big 50 tomorrow you must feel so proud xxx your an amazing lady loxxie and the support you give me and others whilst going through your own struggles is an inspiration. I hope your interview went well today xxxxx
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