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Post by scrapmaven on Feb 20, 2023 15:23:21 GMT
He looks very proud and very committed to working hard. This appears to be a very good fit for him. You must be very hopeful.
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Post by peace on Feb 20, 2023 16:08:34 GMT
sending the very BEST juju! It sounds so very promising. Fingers crossed!!
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Post by LilyRose on Feb 20, 2023 16:15:38 GMT
I’ve been hoping for an update! I’m so happy he seems to be doing well!
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Post by silverlining on Feb 20, 2023 16:53:49 GMT
I'm so happy to see these positive updates. What a relief to get such a great response to your concerns.
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Post by angel97701 on Feb 21, 2023 2:04:30 GMT
Thank so much for all the positive thoughts and prayers. This young man has to overcome a great deal with his FASD brain. This hopefully is a very positive reset, then on to a great Senior Year of HS!
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Post by quietgirl on Feb 21, 2023 2:21:33 GMT
That's awesome! What an amazing young man. Congratulations and continued best wishes.
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Post by angel97701 on Mar 4, 2023 4:38:19 GMT
Our Cadet came home for his first break today, and he is a different kid! We had his doctors appointment and he was honest about his prior drug use, and that he feels so much better being clean for almost 3 months now!
He came home with six ribbons one of the few of the Cadets in the company to do so! Red stage (first two weeks--full on boot camp), CPR, Food Handlers, Star Student (2nd week!), Fitness (mile under 9 minutes with 8:22), and good behavior. All Cadets have the first three, but not the last three.
We are sooooooo proud! He wanted to stay in town with his dogs and cat.
On another note, our DS23 was invited back into our home under the condition that he stay clean and be forthright with us. He has been a big help with preparing our property for the sale. Even did the adult thing and registered his car under his name with insurance card today. Took him almost 2 hours, but he did it on his own.
Right now they are re-connecting in the other room, watching a movie. They've not really spent time together in about 4.5 years. This is such a blessing.
We are hoping that it continues to be this positive, it has been such a relief. We are however vigilant . . . we've been through too much to not be!
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Post by snoopy on Mar 4, 2023 4:45:09 GMT
I’m so pleased for you and this great update!
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Post by KelleeM on Mar 4, 2023 12:46:52 GMT
So happy that things are moving in the right direction with both of your sons.
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Post by mikklynn on Mar 4, 2023 13:05:35 GMT
This is the best update! I hope to see more like this. Your boys are so lucky to have landed with your family.
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Post by mcjunkin on Mar 4, 2023 13:26:40 GMT
Thank you for loving these boys enough to be willing to make the hard decisions for their good, and not be enablers.
It is a hard road to walk.
Praying they both stay on a good path.
ETA: I am sure you have already pondered this, but consider doing something different than his regular school for his senior year. The same high school might be a trigger and hinder his recovery.
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Post by peabay on Mar 4, 2023 15:22:32 GMT
I love this update!
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Post by stormsts on Mar 4, 2023 15:27:27 GMT
I am so happy for all of you. What a wonderful update!
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Post by quietgirl on Mar 4, 2023 15:45:02 GMT
Love it! So very happy for you and wishing for continued success.
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Post by silverlining on Mar 4, 2023 15:52:46 GMT
Great news! I'm so happy for your family.
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Post by Neisey on Mar 4, 2023 16:10:41 GMT
Great update! Enjoy your family time!
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Post by mom on Mar 4, 2023 16:12:39 GMT
Our Cadet came home for his first break today, and he is a different kid! We had his doctors appointment and he was honest about his prior drug use, and that he feels so much better being clean for almost 3 months now!
He came home with six ribbons one of the few of the Cadets in the company to do so! Red stage (first two weeks--full on boot camp), CPR, Food Handlers, Star Student (2nd week!), Fitness (mile under 9 minutes with 8:22), and good behavior. All Cadets have the first three, but not the last three.
We are sooooooo proud! He wanted to stay in town with his dogs and cat.
On another note, our DS23 was invited back into our home under the condition that he stay clean and be forthright with us. He has been a big help with preparing our property for the sale. Even did the adult thing and registered his car under his name with insurance card today. Took him almost 2 hours, but he did it on his own.
Right now they are re-connecting in the other room, watching a movie. They've not really spent time together in about 4.5 years. This is such a blessing.
We are hoping that it continues to be this positive, it has been such a relief. We are however vigilant . . . we've been through too much to not be!
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Post by mom on Mar 4, 2023 16:14:20 GMT
Thank you for loving these boys enough to be willing to make the hard decisions for their good, and not be enablers. It is a hard road to walk. Praying they both stay on a good path. ETA: I am sure you have already pondered this, but consider doing something different than his regular school for his senior year. The same high school might be a trigger and hinder his recovery.I agree --- please, please consider how this could trigger him. When my sister was in early recovery, places where she could easily 'score' her drugs would be huge triggers, and at one point, played a factor in her relapsing. |
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Post by Lexica on Mar 4, 2023 17:28:50 GMT
This is a wonderful update. I know you must be relieved and at the same time apprehensive. You are being so strong and showing these boys the tough love that they need to turn their lives toward a better future.
I have read that a recovering addict needs to completely avoid old friends and patterns that they had when actively using. The above comment about considering having your son not return to his same school falls in line with that. I would certainly seek the advice of the people at the camp to see what their experience has led them to recommend regarding giving your son his best possible shot at maintaining all the positive changes he has made.
Hang in there, Mom. I hope the worst is now behind you and that your family can grow closer than ever now. Please keep us updated when you can.
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Post by scrapmaven on Mar 4, 2023 20:07:08 GMT
This is a fantastic update. What a great family weekend.
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Post by teddyw on Mar 5, 2023 0:24:02 GMT
So happy to see your update.
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Post by angel97701 on Mar 5, 2023 4:05:22 GMT
ETA: I am sure you have already pondered this, but consider doing something different than his regular school for his senior year. The same high school might be a trigger and hinder his recovery. We have been since before he was accepted to OYCP, as the schools here will not help at all, and actually do not want to provide the services he deserves because they know that cannot protect him!
We became more sure after he was accepted, and when DS23 came home. See this thread.
Now to just get this home sold, went on the market a week ago.
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Post by angel97701 on Mar 12, 2023 4:00:02 GMT
Part of the OYCP is to do Community Service. His patrol was on duty cleaning up the parking lot at our local High Desert Museum. His FASD brain, lack of impulse control, and addiction caught up with him when he found a discarded vape pen. Then brought it back to OYCP (probably in his underwear) as they do search, and stole a charger from the office of a staff member. Shared it with another cadet. They tested negative for marijuana so likely just nicotine. So he is on level three discipline, which I am not sure what that means. He is not expelled. My heart is just broken, he was so sure he wanted to finish this program--he wasn't going to risk doing anything on break to jeopardize going back to OYCP. Now this! Prayers please for this Mama's heart!
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Post by seaexplore on Mar 12, 2023 4:09:59 GMT
Oh no! CAN he go back?
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Post by malibou on Mar 12, 2023 6:28:51 GMT
So sorry to hear of his set back. Hopefully getting caught and whatever other discipline he receives will get him back on track.
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Post by lesserknownpea on Mar 12, 2023 9:57:11 GMT
I’m sorry about the set back, but that’s not unusual. Here’s hoping he is disciplined and keeps moving forward.
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Post by momx1 on Mar 12, 2023 14:19:39 GMT
Praying this setback and consequences will give him clarity and strengthen his resolve to complete the program.
Praying peace, strength, and hope for your mama heart.
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Post by auntkelly on Mar 12, 2023 14:21:27 GMT
I’m so sorry about the setback. I hope and pray he’ll get back on track. In the long run this slip up may be just what he needs to reaffirm his goals and get back on track.
I can’t imagine how anxious you must feel. Your sons are so fortunate to have such a loving and devoted mother.
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Post by Bridget in MD on Mar 12, 2023 14:40:21 GMT
Part of the OYCP is to do Community Service. His patrol was on duty cleaning up the parking lot at our local High Desert Museum. His FASD brain, lack of impulse control, and addiction caught up with him when he found a discarded vape pen. Then brought it back to OYCP (probably in his underwear) as they do search, and stole a charger from the office of a staff member. Shared it with another cadet. They tested negative for marijuana so likely just nicotine. So he is on level three discipline, which I am not sure what that means. He is not expelled. My heart is just broken, he was so sure he wanted to finish this program--he wasn't going to risk doing anything on break to jeopardize going back to OYCP. Now this! Prayers please for this Mama's heart! I'm not trying to pass the buck, but why the fuck does the staff member have it on the grounds when working with kids who are clearly there to get AWAY from substance abuse and addiction?  |
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Post by peabay on Mar 12, 2023 14:48:34 GMT
Part of the OYCP is to do Community Service. His patrol was on duty cleaning up the parking lot at our local High Desert Museum. His FASD brain, lack of impulse control, and addiction caught up with him when he found a discarded vape pen. Then brought it back to OYCP (probably in his underwear) as they do search, and stole a charger from the office of a staff member. Shared it with another cadet. They tested negative for marijuana so likely just nicotine. So he is on level three discipline, which I am not sure what that means. He is not expelled. My heart is just broken, he was so sure he wanted to finish this program--he wasn't going to risk doing anything on break to jeopardize going back to OYCP. Now this! Prayers please for this Mama's heart! I'm not trying to pass the buck, but why the fuck does the staff member have it on the grounds when working with kids who are clearly there to get AWAY from substance abuse and addiction? is it just a random charger or is there a specific vape charger? I'm sorry to hear this news. Setbacks are normal. There's a song by David Byrne and Fatboy Slim and these lyrics really get me through if I'm struggling (and trust me, I'm no super Christian so it's more about the universe for me): You might think you are lost But then you will find That god draws straight But with crooked lines |
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