Alcoholism ruined my mum: that's why Mother's Day has always been so hard

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Standing in line at the supermarket yesterday, my eyes alighted upon a stand of colourful greetings cards, universally adulating the wonder of the maternal bond.

That very much depends on the mother. Even if mine weren’t long gone – she was destroyed by alcoholism at the age of 50 – no card could capture the complex legacy of our relationship.

 

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My mother was selfish and violent alcoholic, who ruined my life, and every interaction I have ever had with females. I am forty-six, a parent myself, and completely teetotal. I have ensured that none of my upbringing has been passed onto my daughters.

How jolly.

Thanks to Kate for sharing her story. Mother’s Day can be a difficult time for many. Please see for help and support

People are selfish

Get over it

My mother was an alcoholic, there is no need to let others addiction ruin your life.

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