![]() ![]() There were mostly downs, sleepless nights, lots of prayers, and continuous worry and stress. Time went by and there were some false ups, as we remained in denial, and many downs. (We really believed this!!!) You graduated from that program and once again, we were told you were “good to go.” We were thrilled that you were going to be able to get on with your life. You were going to do it in 6 months because college was very important and you were so smart. You were so lucky you didn’t have to give up 17 months of your life to learn how to be sober. At the same time my friend put her son in New Life House, a program for 17 months. Thank goodness we found a program that would “fix you” in 6 months and you could graduate from college so you could move on with your life. We knew how important college was, so we found a recovery program that allowed you to stay in college and attend the outpatient program. Two years later, when you went with us to move your sister to college, and you told me you needed help again, I could hardly believe it. ![]() ![]() We got substance abuse counseling for you and were told you were fine to go to college. You were so smart.įast forward to your senior year in high school when we discovered there was a problem. You were speaking in full sentences, reading, and walking before others your same age. You had your entire life in front of you. When you were a baby, I used to hold you in my arms and tell you that you could be the president one day, if you wanted. The following is a letter from a mother to her son regarding her journey through her son’s addiction, recovery and future. ![]()
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