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This is my first drawing in Illustrator ( coloured in photoshop) I have been trying to get into illustrator for a bit but kept giving up - today i perservered - be kind

My inspiration for this piece is from a bad few weeks. I was told I had depression about 5 weeks ago and am beginning to feel a bit better - it's a nasty thing and I wouldnt wish it upon anybody.
But today I asked my partner of 8 years to leave, I love him with all of my heart and he is the love of my life - but he is an alcoholic. I have supported him for a long time - he tries for a week or so and then goes back down the slippery slope and binges constantly until he passes out.
Each time he goes down that dreaded slope he slides a little further each time - this time was too far. He is verbally abusive and neglectful - beer comes first and always will.
It has absolutely broken my heart - but I had to make a decision.
To anybody out there who is in the same situation - you need to be aware that you cannot control their drinking - you have a choice to make - either put up with it - or get out - I know it's not easy but the long term stress of living with an alcoholic could kill you - my depression has been a result of Adrenal exhaustion, for me the amount of stress the relationship has put me under. So, as much as I love him - I love myself more - I want a new life and I am going to get one.
Anyone reading this that finds themselves in this position - I dont mind if you want to note me - I'll give you all the support I can. x Best wishes to all

details close ups in scraps
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edit : oops i nearly forgot - thankyou so much to ~dazzle-stock for the fantastic quality stock photo - if you are in need of quality quirky stock check her out
here is alink to the original stock [link]

Description
This is my first drawing in Illustrator ( coloured in photoshop) I have been trying to get into illustrator for a bit but kept giving up - today i perservered - be kind

My inspiration for this piece is from a bad few weeks. I was told I had depression about 5 weeks ago and am beginning to feel a bit better - it's a nasty thing and I wouldnt wish it upon anybody.
But today I asked my partner of 8 years to leave, I love him with all of my heart and he is the love of my life - but he is an alcoholic. I have supported him for a long time - he tries for a week or so and then goes back down the slippery slope and binges constantly until he passes out.
Each time he goes down that dreaded slope he slides a little further each time - this time was too far. He is verbally abusive and neglectful - beer comes first and always will.
It has absolutely broken my heart - but I had to make a decision.
To anybody out there who is in the same situation - you need to be aware that you cannot control their drinking - you have a choice to make - either put up with it - or get out - I know it's not easy but the long term stress of living with an alcoholic could kill you - my depression has been a result of Adrenal exhaustion, for me the amount of stress the relationship has put me under. So, as much as I love him - I love myself more - I want a new life and I am going to get one.
Anyone reading this that finds themselves in this position - I dont mind if you want to note me - I'll give you all the support I can. x Best wishes to all

details close ups in scraps
[link]
[link]

edit : oops i nearly forgot - thankyou so much to ~dazzle-stock for the fantastic quality stock photo - if you are in need of quality quirky stock check her out
here is alink to the original stock [link]