My dad is an alcoholic? ?

Question

Well, when my mom and dad met they met in detox. My mom and dad use to drink together but once my mom got pregnant with my brother she decided it was time to stop but my dad continued on his path. He would be sober then binge..monthly. He was abusive. Finally my mom got a divorce and now he is living about 8 hours away. Now, i don't know how often he relapses he says he's been sober for 6 months. I don't know if i can truly believe him. He calls me once a week, mostly when i'm at work and can't pick up. So he leaves a message. And sometimes, i don't want to call back. I don't want to get attached to his phone calls because i know that soon enough they could stop. But i don't want him to feel like he has no family. I feel so guilty. My mom says that i need to put myself out there to love, because i know i don't love him as much anymore. I don't know if i should give him a chance though. What do i do?

Answer 1

your dad will always be your dad no matter what any body says. look i was like that when i was younger too. my dad used to drink all the time and it used to bother me alot too. but we all have are owe problems and we have to do what is right all the time. but people who drink don't listen they think with mind instead with their heart and then that's when people get hurt.so when you talk to your dad again just tell him that you love him and you need space for awhile. but you will come around. when you know it's the right time.

Answer 2

dude, i have problems too!