Braving the Storm: An RN's Dual Life of Healing Others by Day and Battling Domestic Fear by Night, Amidst a Husband's Alcoholism and Its Devastating Impact. In I Lived Two Lives, the author recounts her harrowing yet inspiring journey as a devoted nurse by day and a terrified wife by night. Faced with the daunting task of maintaining her professional facade, she navigates the treacherous terrain of her husband's alcoholism, a disease that slowly but surely robs her of her spouse, her joy, and threatens to claim her very existence. Despite the palpable fear and relentless challenges, she remains steadfast, finding solace in her workplace, a sanctuary that offers a semblance of normalcy amidst the chaos. This moving narrative paints a vivid picture of the inner strength and resilience it takes to stay the course, even when the guiding light of hope grows dim and threatens to flicker out. I Lived Two Lives is a heart-wrenching story of survival, a testament to the author's indomitable spirit, and her unwavering faith in the face of adversity. This book is a potent reminder that even when the storm of life seems unending, the human spirit is capable of weathering it.