Post subject: Crack took me down once again, but I'm coming back up!!
I just recently got released from Florida State prison. The result of a V.O.P. felony crack cocaine purchase and possession charge from 2003. I was working a good strong program of recovery for 3 years. I was activlly involved with the local Help-line, and was even involved with this web-site as Frank the Tank. Some of you may remember me. I put myself in a dangerous relationship. Being the compulsive/obsessive person I am. I put this person ahead of my recovery, and it wasn't long until found myself picking up again. But- I didn't stay down. I did what I needed to do and turned myself in for my VOP and faced my consequences. Now, I have put it behind me, returned to a treatment facility(Of my own will) and again have another shot of getting my life in order and carrying the message to others. I've been blessed more than you can imagine. I wish everyone a safe and happy holidays- Remember what I always said- Tough love, and one day at a time!! And, NEVER FORGET THE PAIN!! That's what kept me clean in the past- and that's what will keep me clean again- I just have to stay away from those relationships- and let my HP run things...... Love to all
_________________ Your Admin, Gene. -=People who ask our advice almost never take it. Yet we should never refuse to give it, upon request, for it often helps us to see our own way more clearly. =-
I just wanted to welcome you back and its nice to see that you have not given up on urself. You are right TOUGH LOVE is the only way and there is no other way, unfortunately.