Hey friend.
Today's episode is my most vulnerable to date.  
Today I share with you something only my closest friends & family know: I'm not just a widow.
I'm the widow of an alcoholic.
Throughout today's episode, I share with you what felt right to me in the moment.  There are multiple (longer) pauses. There are moments of tears. There are moments of justification, but most importantly, there are countless moments of love & honesty.
Loving an addict is incredibly difficult; & I am choosing to share this part of my story now, not to defame, disgrace or minimize Tim or anyone else who struggles with an addiction, but because I know how isolating & shameful this journey can be.
I want to break this stigma, own my truth & help support others in the process.
Please know I am not a medical expert.  I don't know all of the ins & outs of treating someone with an addiction, but what I do know is my experience, what I learned from it & how it has shaped me.
I will be sharing more of this story as time goes on because it has been one of the biggest things I have "sweat & reflected" over -- & continue to.
If you, or someone you love, loves an addict, know that you're not alone.  It is my mission to support you, love you & guide you throughout this time.
I am here for you, & if my story & honesty can help even one person, then it'll all be worth it.
Sending you love.