My parents have been together for over 30 years. At this point they basically tolerate each other. They are both unhappy and depressed. My mom will smoke two packs of cigarettes every day IN the house, sometimes more. I My dad drinks at least 12-15 beers almost daily (sometimes popping a top at 9:30AM.)

They basically live pay check to pay check and have never wanted better out of life. Their house is falling apart, they’re hoarders and they have roaches. They both blame each other for the way they live.

My mom worked hard while us kids were growing up. My dad worked and made the majority of the money, but that’s all he had to do. He’s worked for the same company for over 30 years and they treat him and other employees like crap. My mom held 3 jobs at one time while we were younger but old enough to stay at home without supervision. I really don’t know where I’m going with this, I just needed to get it off my chest because it’s affecting all 4 of us children (early 30’s) and our children (10 months-10 years)as well. I love my parents more than anything, but the situation is so sad and ridiculous. There is so much more, but I could easily write a book about it..