Hi all, I have been what is referred to as a functioning addict. The first drug I tried was herion, so none of that pot leads to bigger things here.
I was able to maintain as household with three kids, a job and sometimes two, paying all my bills on time, having a car, etc. etc. I just made sure I took care of my responsibilities before I got high.
Because of this I justified my use, because I wasn't hurting anybody(except myself).
I made up my mind some time back, that I was tired of it, and so I stopped. I haven't done any for about six months now.
I do have one suggestion, and that is that if you are in recovery, and slip up and use, don't kick yourself in the arse over it. Just say oooops, and continue with your plans the following day. The guilt thing is destructive, and slows your recovery by months.(days, years, whatever!!)
The main thing is to be happy, smile, and love one another.