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I'm hoping some of you can give me some insite as to what its like being a child of an alcoholic. I'm currently going through a divorce and have a son who is 6 and a daughter who is 2. My STBXAH sees the kids on a regular basis when I have school or when the kids stay at his parents. I have asked a few people about being a child of divorce. Some have told me that they felt anger at a parent for trying to keep them away from the alcoholic parent and some have said that they wish someone had intervened. I understand that none of you know my whole story, but how do I figure out the best way to support the kids? AH has a history of drinking while having the kids in his care, but I have no other proof other than what I have experienced of him or what my son tells me. Apparently a 6 year old is not big enough to testify where I live since he cant accrately tell how much AH drank. SO far my son hasnt really acted out but he has become quite clingy to me. If it were up to me I wouldnt even send the kids unless I knew for sure he was sober. I know I cant control AH's drinking, or what he does when they arent with me. I just want to know the best way to support the kids. I would appreciate any opinions or thoughts you could give me.

Ive looked around and im not seeing anything that relates to this topic , Im a boozer .. but recently have found out that my sister has a very bad problem with spending and shopping . Shes currently in a county jail for bad checks and dare i say this ( embezzelment ) from her place of employment . I know its a addiction just like mine, I was just lookin for some insite to try and understand . Im very scared for her , She has 4 kids and a marrige of 14 yrs , no one had a clue that it was to become of this , anyone have any insight or experience on this to share with me would be appreciated . thanks Mrs O