addiction in 2014

Addiction has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. It made me grow up before I was ready; it was the reason I was saddled with adult responsibilities years before I could even drive. It wrecked my childhood and later on, it destroyed my marriage. I’ve watched as it ruined lives. I’ve watched it cause mothers to lose their children and fathers to leave theirs. I’ve had to call 911 twice … once for my mother and once for a very close friend. Both were overdoses and both scared me more than mere words can convey. I’ve had to cut people out of my life, people that I love and miss still to this day.
I’ve seen addiction up close and very personal.
I used to be so angry…
JUST STOP!
DON’T DO IT!
QUIT!
I realize now that it’s not that simple. There are so many layers to addiction, layers that I will never fully understand.
One thing I DO know is that the people who are in the throes of addiction don’t want to be there. It’s not how they dreamed their life would be.
My heart and prayers go out to the family and friends of Lamar Odom. Say what you will about the Kardashians, but I KNOW how they’re feeling right now and trust me, it’s not fun.
I hope that the people that are struggling with this sickness realize they only have two choices: get clean or die.
That’s it, no other options.
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