Kylie LeBlanc 
This has been a week of enlightenment. Someone recently asked me my opinion about something I feel strong about. I’ve grown enough to know that my opinion may not be the same as everyone else but it doesn’t make my feelings invalid or less than. I am only in control of myself and my choices. … Read more
When shit gets deep, put your boots on and walk through it. I went to an alanon meeting today. I’ve missed going the last few weeks. If you know me, you’ll notice I don’t care to be the center of attention. Public speaking isn’t my thing, but embarking on this new journey has forced me … Read more
Have you ever struggled with the phrase “tough love”? I sure have. When you love someone who struggles with addiction those two words get thrown around pretty loosely. I have an issue with these words at the moment. My struggles with loving an addict are far from over. I have an immediate family member who … Read more
Change was always the underlying theme in our fast-paced lives. One minute Mom was just a typical teenager and the next she was a mother. At just 16 years old she welcomed me into the world. Her age definitely changed up our dynamic. It made us more like sisters or friends. Kindergarten homework was our … Read more
November 2007 Fall had always been my favorite variation of Louisiana weather. It was such a welcomed change from the scorching temperature of the summer months. I laid there allowing the breeze to caress my face through the open window. I had planned a quiet day of movies at home with my fiancé, Larry. We … Read more
Hello everyone, my name is Dru Hicks. Some of you already know me from the live videos I do, or through my work with Boca Recovery Center. So here is my story: My life began in California in the early 70s. I was born into poverty and without a father to speak of. Just my … Read more
My name is Tyler and I am a recovering heroin addict. I’m 32 years old and am from Ohio, a State that has become engulfed in this epidemic. I have taken my last breath a few times in my life. By the grace of God and the first responders who had Narcan I am still … Read more
You may remember me from Dr. Phil My name is Marcedes and I’m an addict. I always said I’d never end up as an addict. I lived in chaos as a child and suffered the consequences from my mothers addiction. Which took her life 5 years ago this month. I managed to somehow stay away … Read more
Looking through my file box for some paperwork and came across an unlabeled dvd. I found it was from when Kyle (my oldest son) was born 11 years ago. This time in my life was just ridiculous. My mom and I were at war 99% of the time. I had just told my mom to … Read more
