just saw this and am sending my prayers your way

I cant begin to Thank everyone and please keep praying..we need it.
he went in willing wed.I thought to a good place.that night they called me and told me they forgot to have me sign a consent for med,etc...I said you never even mentioned it out of the tweenty something papers I signed???I told them no meds!!had to go through bout 5 people ..I still said no meds.this was wed,still.anyway I called constant even though couldnt talk to him,but kept checking on him,they said they gave him his clothes on thursday..he ate and was doing fine.etc..I went to a mandatory class from 11 till 5 on sat..my sons birthday,also again ask to see Med. chart..she came back said no meds..per your request..so I thought everything was fine,I understood no contact till first 7 days over..ok...Sat. night got a call around 11 saying he had broke out and cops were called and he would be taken to psych ward or juvi...needless to say I got a call from HPD saying my son just walked straight up to him,explained whole story,cop was blown away..he was also one that did report on broken window and door,from my son,to get out,said he recognized him from report..long story short.he said your son is homesick,and has been given 10 pills a day he desribed to a t..been in solitary, no clothes..etcc..he said go the next day and ask for his belongings and offer to pay for window,etc..tit for tat..I told them be happy to..but if I did will also be doing investigation into his treatment n meds given..officer said my son was very polite and was only asking to call me...anyway he got released into my custody.I told him Monday morn..either another place or school..tried a differant school district because he said he didnt want to go back..but no choice enrolled him back in same highschool.trying to grt him somewhere else..he said he is afraid of this guy,one goes to his school,the others are 17 to 22 drop outs(the pushers).I am at a lose.Im doing the best I can,I look and feel like ****,Im stressed to no end.please keep praying for us,I need a miracle.I thought the place was good by the way my ins, pd 80 I pay 20..it was a tweenty thousand dollar place for a month,well known name.James had his first N/A meeting lastnight and really enjoyed it.....and to top it all off..my ex..is talking bout trying to take my youngest..because of all this with James..Im a good mom..been on my job going on 19 years I dont drink at home..no drugs..all I do is smoke my ciggs.i go to work get jesse go home,,you know bath homework dinner..etc..anyway he doesnt even do whole visit..idk.that scares the hell out of me Im so stressed out,really I love my kids with all my heart and soul,and Im doing the best I know to do.I love youll..I have no family nor a spouse.so I mean it when I say you guys are my family.

please pray for James to be strong enough to say no..and make it through a day at a time..at his N/A meeting lastnight he stood up and said his name and age,and he was 5 days sober..he is still to vunerable and I think he relizes this is why he didnt want the same school...he needs so many prayers.he will not willing go into another detox etc place..I think this other scared the crap out of him..

I plan on having him in meetings everynight,except wed.its church night.

any advice I would welcome.
please dont delete my account,I do love Mingle2.

hun you know where I am and you can call or text me anytime

Wow, a $4000 tab plus the damages.
Hang in doll :-)

he only was there from wed to sat..shouldnt owe to much..and on door n window havent heard from them as of yet..they no they did wrong too on meds n stuff..just waiting to hear,Im not calling them

I can empathize with your situation, have you thought about home schooling for a bit......or going to the school district and board to find out of a technical high school he could maybe be moved to?? A parallel program of some sort. My prayers are still with you and your son.

You might consult Legal Aid (free) to see if
a letter outlining their culpability
takes the fees away.

yes did there is one he want to go to..but it is 10 grade and up n he is a 9th grader although principle yesterday said he would try to pull some strings...idk...if james attendance discipline and grades were good..so will see.

homeschooling...he wants to do school online but I cant afford to quit my job....Im Not a welfare or medicaid or anything like that...I work for everything I got so cant afford to lose my job...and dont want him home alone with that much time on his hands

I thought of that for a private school, another woman told me to check into that,I plan on it:)

If you are interested in private schooling some offer scholarships and the school district pays so much a year for a student transfer...just a tidbit of info for you

I plan on checking,need to call school and check on him,be back on later if I can.love youll so much
Sherrie.

Honey I went through almost the same thing with my oldest son. It took alot of work and alot of tears but he came out fine, just keep believeing in him and with all the Prayers with U, things should work out fine!!!! Its a tough road to travel but a worthwhile road to take when the final outcome is happiness for all!!!

Thank you ..it felt so good just to know you were thinking of us ..I was so tired..Im sorry..I figured I would tell everyone this morning..I have saved your number in my phone,and will use it.I just thought it was to much to explain,at the time.


I have a thing with thanking and responding to everyone.,that has posted in this thread..but Im so sorry I just dont have time..please do not think rude of me for it,I have read this whole thread,and it makes my heart smile.I truly need and love you all,and thank you,please keep up the prayers for us.
and please keep my account active,I will be on,everytime I get the chance.


I want to talk and need to talk..but today is my first day back at work.since lastweek,.and today is james first day in school in about 17 days.please pray for his strength..his ability to say no.and make good decisions.and a desire to do so.

Prayers continue!

First of all don't worry about your account....shshsh once ya check in ya don't check out...


As far as James he has taken the first step all you need to do is be there for him.. Almost lost my son due to drugs that lead him to want to commit suicide it was a night of horror....But by just not ever giving up on him after the fact he is healty and drug free... and happy...

Just never give up and let him know your there for him it will all pay off in the end. For the first step they have to take and James has done that.

It may be a long road but in the end you will be able to take a deep breath for it will all work out...

Sherrie....First of all my prayers always go out to you and James. I would never think this is something u have done. U have done it right. Sometimes our kids get led astray, but he will find his way again. I would definately get him into a different school tho. One that he enjoys. Something he can put his heart and soul into and take up some of his time. The problem with kids is when they have too much time on their hands...they look for trouble...or it finds them. Look into a voc tech school. Or if he likes music...which is a great outlet...get him some lessons...get a guitar or instrument of his choice. Let him learn it...he will spend hours...playing. If he is interested.Just some suggestions. I know everything will work out. You are a wonderful person...u will figure it out. Keep praying for Gods strength. Know you are loved and thought of.

He loves art,he is in advanced Art.that is what he loved..this pic,is from last years,quick draw for the rodeo..he has so many,but just an example..from my phone.and thank you,please cont praying for his strength.and decisions.



he is capable of drawing just about anything.

Sherrie,
Jsut an idea, call the Sheriffs Office/ Police dept. (whichever you have) and ask them about alternatives for your son. They may refer you to the School Resource officer. Call the school board and bug the hell outta them for different options. (tell them there are drug dealers pressuring your son to the point of him being put in a psych facility).
Good Luck momma, Stay strong- we all know you can. YOur family and friends on here are all behind you and thinking of you.

I've had kids in my jail that didn't have mothers like you to help them through. He wants help, that is the best news you could ever have.
LOVE, Hugs and prayers to you and James.

Prayers and hope,,,,,,I need to email ya,,,,just keep on believing in all your love for hi and Christ,,,LIFE ALWAYS COMES AROUND to your way of thinking,,,,you both have my Prayers daily,,