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Sunday, September 18, 2011

Grandparents Raising Grandchildren

When a Parent Cannot Be a Mommy or Daddy
There has been an increase in grandparents raising grandchildren.  This video gives a snapshot into one grand parenting couple who have adjusted their life in order to bring a stable and healthy life to their grandchildren. 


Thursday, September 15, 2011

Go Ask Alice - Drug Addiction Music Video

Addiction, Music and Video
Video collage highlighting the dangers of drug use and the need 
for awareness of the consequences of drug abuse. 

Monday, September 5, 2011

Elton John Found Peace Through Recovery

Elton John in Rare Interview Revealing 
His Weakness and Finding Strength
Musician Elton John admits to being a proud man who would not accept help.  Drinking and popping pills began as a way for him to overcome shyness.  In the beginning, drinking and drugs relaxed him so he could talk with people.  In time, his drug use led to erratic behavior, irrational anger and isolation.  Many of his close associates begged him to get help.  
Finally, he submitted to quitting drugs and attending a rehab program.  He has been able to regain his life and says he has found peace.  Listen to Elton's words as he discusses his recovery path in a rare interview with David Frost. 

Tuesday, August 16, 2011

"Chilaxin" - Take A Moment to Relax


Chilaxin is a modern term meaning to "chill out to relax."  
When I cannot find my way, I pause to chill out in a relaxing style man!
"Wsup man?"  "Nothin man, just chilaxin man"  
Urban Dictionary
Like a trusting child on a hot summer day - we need to learn to relax.
The path of recovery is not an easy path.  It is a path not to be traveled alone.  
When you feel there is no hope . . . pause, take a deep breath . . . 
allow your higher power to enter in and bring you the answers you need.  
Here is an inspirational music video titled "God Will Make a Way"
sung by Don Moen.  I find renewed strength and hope listening to this song.
May you find renewed strength and His peace as you listen.

Sunday, August 14, 2011

Musician John Lee Hooker, Jr. Shares His Story

Finding Freedom From Drugs
"You Keep Doing Drugs and You will Die!" "I know."
Blues Musician John Lee Hooker, Sr


John Lee Hooker's son was a heroin addict.  

In the following video John Lee Hooker, Jr. shares what saved him from death and a life in prison in this compelling interview.  Once clean he gained fame and success with his music.  

He praises God and is thankful for a praying mother.

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Saturday, August 13, 2011

Drug Mules - A Method of Trafficking

Drug Trafficking

Chinese Woman Carrying Illegal Drugs Arrested
A drug "mule" is a person who carries illegal drugs from state to state or country to country.  Drug mules are recruited through promises of money, love and travel.  Frequently drug mules are young, attractive and trusting women.  
This video tells a story of a young woman in Singapore who is conned into becoming drug mule.  If you don't think it can happen to you, think again - watch how clever the con artists are in obtaining her trust.  


Wednesday, August 3, 2011

Thursday, July 28, 2011

Bill W and Lois Discuss His First Step in Recovery

Bill W with Wife Lois Share Bill's Attempt to Control His Alcoholism
Bill Wilson is the cofounder of Alcoholics Anonymous. In this video, he along with his wife Lois share his coming out of denial and realizing he had a problem with alcohol.


Monday, July 25, 2011

Overdose Hits Family - Amy Winehouse

Behind Every Addiction There Resides a Family 
Amy Winehouse did not want to go to rehab for her addiction.  In the end she pays the highest price as does her family.   Watch her US debut of the song Rehab on the David Letterman Show. Amy Winehouse was found dead in her home this week - she was only 27.  Other famous deaths at age 27 are Janis Joplin, Jim Morrison, Kurt Cobain and Jimi Hendrix.  My heart hurts for Amy and my heart aches for her family.



Tuesday, July 12, 2011

Saturday, June 25, 2011

Was Michael Jackson's Song "Morphine" Prophetic?


Was Michael making a cry for help when he sang the song Morphine?  It has been two years since Michael Jackson died of a drug overdose.  Listen to this song . . .

Monday, June 20, 2011

Serenity Prayer

 
Finding serenity in the midst of troubles.

Watch as the Serenity Prayer is prayed: 


Saturday, June 18, 2011

Tragic Death of Musicians - Life is Fragile

Shannon Hoon Dead at 28
Shannon Hoon of Blind Melon ODed at 28

Singer and Addict Janis Joplin's Parents Talk About Her Death

Janis Joplin

Compulsive - Gambling Pain

Gambling Loss

World's Most Dangerous Drug - Meth

Public Health Grand Rounds Feb. 2011 Prescription Drug Overdoses - Long

One addictive prescription medicine is Lortab pills

Birth of Alanon - The Lois Wilson Story

Lois Wilson - Co-Founder of Alanon



Drug Court Stories


Korn Guitarist - Brian Head Welch's Recovery Story

Brian Head Welch

Celebrate Recovery "Hide"