What an incredible and humbling experience the
past two months have been since Matt arrived at Pacific Hills. There is nothing
more terrifying than helplessly watching a child slowly self-destruct and
possibly die from addiction, unwilling or unable to see his way to help, drug
and alcohol treatment and freedom. I never thought I would see such beauty, joy
and hope in my son after years of intense despair, hopelessness and a near-death
experience. When I received a letter from Matt after only 10 days of alcohol and
drug treatment telling me that he had "put his pride aside and prayed” I felt
like my entire life had been worthwhile. That was the single most precious
moment of my life – even better than his birth! I had been praying for Matt to
turn his life over to God for 7 or 8 years. That day was his 24th birthday and I
got the gift. We were celebrating rebirth on the day of his birth.
I can't tell you how much I respect Roberto
after his alcohol and drug treatment. He told me that it is a privilege to
witness the miracle happening in the lives of his clients. He is tough with the
young men but even so, Matt said "the things that come out of Roberto's mouth
are gold”. Roberto gives willingly of his time and has been powerfully
supportive of our family. I give thanks for his presence in Matt's life
everyday.
Norm is beyond a compelling lecturer. He
almost defies description. Within minutes of listening to him, I wondered if
there would be any good news. By the end of his lecture, he brought us full
circle. For the first time, I really had a grasp on the power of addiction but
more importantly, the power of God in the life of an addict.
Matt arrived at Pacific Hills without a shred of
faith. I am humbled and thankful for the power of prayer working in tandem with
capable staff leading the way in the 12-step program. My son had hit bottom. I
guess that really is key. He went to rehab in high school and left believing
that he didn't have a problem. What followed was a series of relapses stretching
over a seven-year period. He spent his college fund and spiraled out of control.
The young man leaving transition next week is totally a different person. He is
hoping to go to a sober living house. I hope he gets in. Some things never
change. He is still a terrible procrastinator but I know now that God is in
control.
Laura, you were an inspiration to me. You calmed
me down many times. I was so sad when I didn't hear from my son that first week
and a half and you were my source of comfort. Thank you so much for being the
voice on the other end of the phone, any time, any day. You are a special woman!
Thanks for everything,
Laura O.
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