Daddy Came Home A Stranger: Alcoholism Through The Eyes of a Child Kindle Edition

A straightforward and compelling story told in the powerful voice of a child. When one little girl witnesses the changes her father goes through because of his addiction to alcohol, she embarks on an inward journey to come to terms with his struggle, which ultimately becomes her struggle. A shy and isolated child yearning to make sense of her sadness and confusion, she watches as her beloved dad descends into a downward spiral,Through the eyes of a child, the reader sees how alcoholism can change a family's dynamic forever. Vivid illustrations capture the love and emotions, along with the toll parental alcoholism can take on a child's development. Daddy Came Home a Stranger illustrates the ongoing decline of a once remarkable man, which is so prevalent in addiction, It is also an honest look at the difficult experiences and mixed messages children often receive when growing up in families of addiction.Educator Christine Golding wrote Daddy Came Home a Stranger to help people understand ways children can rise above the turmoil of addiction to learn empathy and forgiveness. The story is a testament how resilient children can be in the face of extraordinary adversity. They can still dream big dreams, find purpose, and thrive. Read more