realising that we’re almost halfway through the year 2013 and i have literally achieved nothing
Anonymous: Here's my story: my dad was very abusive growing up to my brother and me. After my mom divorced him, we had visitation rights. Very slowly, he got less angry and more sad. He suffered from depression and bipolar disorder. He pushed everyone in his life away- his son, his siblings, his parents, his friends, his wife. I was the only one who hadn't abandoned him. He committed suicide last month. I can't help but think its my fault, partially. I was responsible for him and I failed.
First off, i am so so so beyond sorry for your loss. Second off, i’m not going to come off and tell you it wasn’t you fault, because i know deep inside you you know it wasn’t. What you did was exactly what needed to be done at that time, imagine if you hadn’t done it, how would you and your brother be today? This is actually a really hard one because you had to chose between your father and your brother, but trust me none of this was ever your fault. I just want to let you know that under the conditions it might have seem like you were wrong but you were doing it for all the right reasons. I’m sure your dad appreciated the fact that you didn’t leave his side even when things got so tough. i’m sorry i couldn’t give any better advice i’m at a loss for words but if you ever need anything please don’t doubt me i’m always here! Stay strong!
