Katebecca, I'm so glad that your son has stuck this out for at least three months. I hope and pray that he continues down this road.

There are no easy answers to any of this. We can have the programs, and yet, the addict/alcoholic has to WANT to change. Putting them in jail doesn't help, except to stop them from stealing for the drugs. They can certainly get drugs in jail. My son used to tell me that it was the easiest place to get them.

I'm totally convinced it has both a genetic component and a situational component. Many of these young men and women are among our brightest and most sensitive. It's sad to lose them.

Thanks, Celtic, for reminding us to extend the heart of compassion and hope for these lost ones.