One man's journey to get clean
Viewing comments for Chapter 7 "Gary accepts treatment"Getting clean from meth isn't easy
25 total reviews
Comment from Ulla
Hi there, this is a great write, and written with great insight, I will be looking out for more work from you. Very well written, All the best. Ulla:))
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2017
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Hi there, this is a great write, and written with great insight, I will be looking out for more work from you. Very well written, All the best. Ulla:))
Comment Written 12-Mar-2017
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2017
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Thank you for stopping by to read and review. I appreciate you being willing to follow along on Gary's journey and your comments make me happy,
~patty~
Comment from dejohnsrld (Debbie)
Very well written, my friend. So many of us with mental illness have tried self-medicating in the past with our problems only growing worse. This has been a well written story and I hope you continue with it~Debbie
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2017
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Very well written, my friend. So many of us with mental illness have tried self-medicating in the past with our problems only growing worse. This has been a well written story and I hope you continue with it~Debbie
Comment Written 12-Mar-2017
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2017
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Thank you for reading and your pleasant review. Gary's story comes from a deep place in my heart. Look for a chapter every week or so until it comes to a logical end.
~patty~
Comment from kriver
Hi,
Interesting chapter and story.
The length didn't bother me a bit.
In fact I liked it longer.
Your write has a good story flow. In the other chapter I don't think they would have pulled him out of a meeting. They would have waited until it was over. The meeting are considered to be too important.
I worked in a psych facility for a while doing an internship.
I ran some group sessions.
Best regards,
K River
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2017
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Hi,
Interesting chapter and story.
The length didn't bother me a bit.
In fact I liked it longer.
Your write has a good story flow. In the other chapter I don't think they would have pulled him out of a meeting. They would have waited until it was over. The meeting are considered to be too important.
I worked in a psych facility for a while doing an internship.
I ran some group sessions.
Best regards,
K River
Comment Written 11-Mar-2017
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2017
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Thank you so much for reading the recent chapter. I appreciate your comments and thoughtful review.
~patty~
Comment from Mabaker
This is a wonderful story of hope and faith, not so much for the higher power but faith in another human being there when you're on a down trip. I too had to go to the psych ward, and yes I got better from all the shit I was taking. Thank you for this story. Regards Anne.
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2017
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This is a wonderful story of hope and faith, not so much for the higher power but faith in another human being there when you're on a down trip. I too had to go to the psych ward, and yes I got better from all the shit I was taking. Thank you for this story. Regards Anne.
Comment Written 11-Mar-2017
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2017
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Thank you for reading along with Gary's story. He is well on his way to recovery.
~patty~
Comment from Bill Schott
This section of the story, where I'm coming in, is very enlightening as it is connecting the strategy of combating addiction with a person receiving help. Your notes from previous chapters was extremely helpful for understanding where Gary is now.
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2017
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This section of the story, where I'm coming in, is very enlightening as it is connecting the strategy of combating addiction with a person receiving help. Your notes from previous chapters was extremely helpful for understanding where Gary is now.
Comment Written 11-Mar-2017
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2017
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Thank you for sticking through this somewhat long chapter. Gary's story is a labor of love, and I'm hoping it will help to explain the correlation between drug use and mental illness. I appreciate your review and kind words of encouragement,
~patty~
Comment from emptypage
Nice.
I am in the middle of a family FULL of addicts. My dad is 26 years sober, my nephew has been clean for 4 years. The rest of the family is either still addicted, crazy (my niece and me), or dead from complications of addiction.
I love stories of making it!
Keep it up. I'll keep reading. The writing is stong and interesting.
reply by the author on 11-Mar-2017
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Nice.
I am in the middle of a family FULL of addicts. My dad is 26 years sober, my nephew has been clean for 4 years. The rest of the family is either still addicted, crazy (my niece and me), or dead from complications of addiction.
I love stories of making it!
Keep it up. I'll keep reading. The writing is stong and interesting.
Comment Written 11-Mar-2017
reply by the author on 11-Mar-2017
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Thank you for your kind review. I appreciate you sharing about your family. I'm sure Gary will get through this - but addiction is a tricky thing to kick. Look for new chapters about once a week. Thanks for being willing to follow along,
~patty~
Comment from Mary Wakeford
Sitting in all these meetings, some of the gang didn't seem to know what to do with their hands. Without a cigarette, a pipe, or phone, they felt lost. -> This description is powerful, really. What does an addict do when all his 'tools of comfort' are removed.
A well-told chapter in Gary's journey, Patty, and one that I'm sure will be painful for him and those who love him. Mental health issues are so difficult to manage with medication, and that alone seems to lead to roller coaster highs and lows. That was definitely something my nephew struggled with. Then they start to feel good as the meds even them out, so they stop taking them thinking they don't need them...Vicious circle.
reply by the author on 11-Mar-2017
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Sitting in all these meetings, some of the gang didn't seem to know what to do with their hands. Without a cigarette, a pipe, or phone, they felt lost. -> This description is powerful, really. What does an addict do when all his 'tools of comfort' are removed.
A well-told chapter in Gary's journey, Patty, and one that I'm sure will be painful for him and those who love him. Mental health issues are so difficult to manage with medication, and that alone seems to lead to roller coaster highs and lows. That was definitely something my nephew struggled with. Then they start to feel good as the meds even them out, so they stop taking them thinking they don't need them...Vicious circle.
Comment Written 11-Mar-2017
reply by the author on 11-Mar-2017
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Hi Mary; thank you for continuing to follow Gary's story as he goes through this process. The ideas for the next chapter are percolating through my head, so the next one should be posted later next week. I appreciate your comments and kind words.
~patty~
Comment from doggymad
Another wonderful chapter to Gary's story. I see nothing that requires changing.
It is wonderful to see Gary relax into his treatment and realise that he is not alone. Inner peace will hopefully enable him to endure all that lies ahead
hugs
Freda
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2017
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Another wonderful chapter to Gary's story. I see nothing that requires changing.
It is wonderful to see Gary relax into his treatment and realise that he is not alone. Inner peace will hopefully enable him to endure all that lies ahead
hugs
Freda
Comment Written 10-Mar-2017
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2017
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Hi Freda; thank you for stopping by to read and review. I'm glad you are enjoying Gary's story and I'm thankful for your comments and suggestions when they're needed. Hugs to you and have a great weekend!
~patty~
Comment from Meia (MESAYERS)
'The applause started somewhere on the other side of the circle. Gary couldn't see exactly who it was, because his eyes were full of tears. As they closed the meeting with the Serenity Prayer, he felt the words' deeper meaning in his soul.'
Wow Patty as a person who suffers from a very similar illness I am awestruck how clever and insightful this write is, without making it any less moving. You have done this just perfectly. I am in awe. I would give a six if only I could love Meia x
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2017
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'The applause started somewhere on the other side of the circle. Gary couldn't see exactly who it was, because his eyes were full of tears. As they closed the meeting with the Serenity Prayer, he felt the words' deeper meaning in his soul.'
Wow Patty as a person who suffers from a very similar illness I am awestruck how clever and insightful this write is, without making it any less moving. You have done this just perfectly. I am in awe. I would give a six if only I could love Meia x
Comment Written 10-Mar-2017
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2017
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Hi Meia; Thank you so much for your kind words. I will take your virtual six. I am happy that you enjoyed the story. It really is my wishful thinking for the path my son might take. ~patty~
Comment from GoodHearted Woman
Great job! Written like a Pro! I got so interested in the story I forgot I was "reviewing" it. Laugh. We don't want the words to get in the way of a good story, do we? No matter where you go or what you do, you're going to take that fine writing talent with you. Glad you're back. GoodHearted Woman
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2017
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Great job! Written like a Pro! I got so interested in the story I forgot I was "reviewing" it. Laugh. We don't want the words to get in the way of a good story, do we? No matter where you go or what you do, you're going to take that fine writing talent with you. Glad you're back. GoodHearted Woman
Comment Written 10-Mar-2017
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2017
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Thank you so much for stopping by to read and review. This story is a labor of love, and I put a lot of work into each chapter, so I can only get one out every week or so. I'm glad you were so engrossed in the story that you forgot to review!
~patty~