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Len J
02-18-2008, 09:46 PM
Just wanted to share some good news....or at least something that made my month...maybe my year.
On Friday Evening, My youngest son celebrated 4 years Clean & Sober. Surrounded by his home group, my other children, his mother, My brother & sister (who are both also in recovery) & My wife & I, he told his story and what it means to him today. He went through hell and put those that cared about him through hell. We weren't sure he would make it. But he did.......and I genuinely love & respect the man he's become.
I was so proud of him.........and so glad to have him back!
His story gives me hope and sadness. But mostly it reminds me that good can come of bad.
Let those you love know it.........
Len
rwsaunders
02-18-2008, 09:48 PM
More power to him Len. Thanks for sharing.
Chris
02-18-2008, 10:23 PM
God bless you and your family Len.
Ginger
02-18-2008, 10:30 PM
Wow, It's been that long.
Glad to hear that your son is working on his positive outcome.
Thanks for sharing!
Mary Ann
RABikes2
02-18-2008, 10:39 PM
So happy for your son, you, and the family, Len. That's the best.
Thank you for sharing.
Ritaann
Blue Jays
02-18-2008, 10:57 PM
Congratulations to your son on his achievement. It must be a challenging condition.
steelrider
02-18-2008, 11:00 PM
Great news. I spent two years working on an ambulance in Downtown SF. The vast majority of our calls were alcohol (ETOH) related. I witnessed people who looked 25 years older than their stated age. I have been told that a heroine addict with a good supply and clean works is healthier than an alcoholic.
roman meal
02-18-2008, 11:14 PM
That is great. I'm glad you shared that.
Elefantino
02-18-2008, 11:32 PM
Congratulations to your son ... and to your family, for its perseverance.
Wishing you good times ahead.
Sandy
02-19-2008, 03:50 AM
His path to sobriety undoubtedly was exceptionally difficult for you, him, and other loving family members. His remarkable change must provide all of you with great joy and satisfaction. To see his transition to what he has become today must fill you with special pride and love. Best to all of you!
Sandy
DarrenCT
02-19-2008, 04:26 AM
LJ,
very cool. congrats to your son and your family.
cheers
-d
ericspin
02-19-2008, 05:02 AM
Good stuff. November 13, 1986 for me and I can tell you that the first five years are the toughest. We used to kid that after five years you had _walkin around sense_. That's great that your family is still close enough that he wanted you there while he shared his story.......lot's of families don't make it through together.
Now, if he doesn't have a healthy addiction get him started on the bike. Some days my rides are what keeps my head together.
As we like to say in the rooms........keep comin' back.
Eric
Very very happy to hear Len. I know the story's never completely written, but that's great news. I remember when you were going through the toughest part, and your fine advice for what we were going through with my nephew at the time. And I'm just really really happy for you. And, more to the point, for your son.
-Ray
Pete Serotta
02-19-2008, 05:46 AM
Len, that is great news...........REALLY GREAT NEWS!!!!
Just wanted to share some good news....or at least something that made my month...maybe my year.
On Friday Evening, My youngest son celebrated 4 years Clean & Sober. Surrounded by his home group, my other children, his mother, My brother & sister (who are both also in recovery) & My wife & I, he told his story and what it means to him today. He went through hell and put those that cared about him through hell. We weren't sure he would make it. But he did.......and I genuinely love & respect the man he's become.
I was so proud of him.........and so glad to have him back!
His story gives me hope and sadness. But mostly it reminds me that good can come of bad.
Let those you love know it.........
Len
rnhood
02-19-2008, 05:55 AM
Sounds like the prodigal son. Four years clean is a very good sign. I think he's made it.
Bruce K
02-19-2008, 06:00 AM
Excellent news Len.
BK
Good for you, and good for him too. All the best.
sspielman
02-19-2008, 06:23 AM
I'm glad for all of you, Len. He's VERY fortunate to have you.
BumbleBeeDave
02-19-2008, 06:34 AM
. . . he would not have succeeded if you were not there beside him. Congratulations--to him AND to you!
BBD
Climb01742
02-19-2008, 06:36 AM
that's wonderful news, len. thanks for sharing.
That's great news indeed. Congratulations to you and your family!
Fixed
02-19-2008, 06:47 AM
be proud bro
Erik.Lazdins
02-19-2008, 06:55 AM
Len,
Thanks for the great news and for sharing it.
E
Len J
02-19-2008, 06:57 AM
Thanks for all the kind comments.
ericspin....wow, congrats on 21 years!
Len
davids
02-19-2008, 10:04 AM
A wonderful story, well told. I'm happy for him, and for his family.
ClutchCargo
02-19-2008, 10:23 AM
good news! keep the faith.
KeithNYC
02-19-2008, 11:18 AM
Brilliant news Len. Thanks for sharing it. And amen to letting those you love know it.
trophyoftexas
02-19-2008, 11:21 AM
Hey Len....EXTREMELY happy for you!!!!! I've been through it with a son and a son-in-law and I know your pain AND I know your joy! Now I'm working my way through it with some very close friends and am hoping and praying that they experience your results and happy finish!
OldDog
02-19-2008, 12:19 PM
That's wonderful news. It can be done with a strong will and a loving family. My niece is about 18 months off of heroin. She is doing so much better than any of us ever thought she would, and we do not see her falling back. She's found love in God, family and (new) friends and now realizes, there is nothing stronger than that.
It's so great to have them back, eh?
justinf
02-19-2008, 01:24 PM
Fantastic, Len. Congratulations to you and yours.
I'm closing in on three years myself. March 25, 2005. My actual birthday!
lemme give a little beer action :beer:
Len J
02-19-2008, 01:38 PM
Fantastic, Len. Congratulations to you and yours.
I'm closing in on three years myself. March 25, 2005. My actual birthday!
lemme give a little beer action :beer:
Very cool...congraats.
Len
J.Greene
02-19-2008, 01:40 PM
That is wonderful Len. Reading the posts of many here who have been through that hell just unerscores that substance abuse is a disease that affects everyone. All my best wishes to you and your family.
JG
Steelhead
02-19-2008, 01:49 PM
:) How cool is that !? What a blessing for you as a parent. There is a sober mtn biking group in Austin, they tear it up on the dirt, and I think it may mean just a little more to them than the next guy, given what they have been through.
Gives new meaning to the term "recovery ride". Awesome! :)
Kevan
02-19-2008, 02:02 PM
kids...they can break your heart and in a beat patch it good as new.
Here's to your new heart Len!
Len J
02-19-2008, 07:09 PM
kids...they can break your heart and in a beat patch it good as new.
Here's to your new heart Len!
Thanks you all for your kind comments and expressions of support. I really appreciate them.
Len
pale scotsman
02-19-2008, 07:13 PM
Great news Len! One of my co-workers sons is going through rehab right now and he thinks it's the end of the world. I'll let him in on a little success story if you don't mind.
musgravecycles
02-19-2008, 07:18 PM
Awesome Len, Thanks for sharing.
Len J
02-19-2008, 07:23 PM
Great news Len! One of my co-workers sons is going through rehab right now and he thinks it's the end of the world. I'll let him in on a little success story if you don't mind.
Not at all. Hope it helps them. Need more info.... PM.
Len
chuckroast
02-19-2008, 07:23 PM
Nothing is worse for a parent than seeing their child face adversity. Nothing makes a parent more proud than to see their child overcome adversity.
One of ours has had legal issues and my wife and I have been proud to see our son face the music with maturity and a good attitude. He's a better adult for the experience and Len, I think your son is as well.
Best wishes and thanks for sharing.
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