Laura, I'm so sorry, for all of you.
On some level, he must know and accept that he needs help, or he wouldn't be as accepting of help from his family and friends as he is. That's the bright spot that I see. If he were entirely rejecting help, god forbid, it would be nearly hopeless. As it is, there's hope. Hold on to him (as if you wouldn't)--knowing that you're always there for him is probably his lifeline.
Laura I just want to give you and Brendon the biggest hugs. My heart aches for you both.
ND and I are one on this. Thinking about you.
Laura, you and your family are so full of love that I can only imagine eventual success for you all, but the pain of getting there is so immense that my heart hurts for you all. I will be actively praying for you all, and at least that will be more positive vibes flowing your way.
Laura, I am so sorry. I'm holding you and Brendon and your whole family in my heart. He is so bright, and so damaged, and you love him so much, and it ought to be enough except of course it isn't.
You're a good mother, Laura.
I have two glimmers of hope here: He lets people who care about him do things to help him so on some level, for all his excuses, he knows he's in trouble and needs the help. The second is that he's living with good people who care about him and trust you - somewhere deep inside he still has the good sense and self-respect you and his father instilled in him and stays close to good people.
All my love.
I just got caught up from February and wanted to say hello. Wishing everyone well.
So sorry, Laura. What a difficult thing to struggle with for all of you.
Laura all I can say is that your son (both of them, of course) are so incredibly lucky to have you and Brendan as parents. Much love to you.