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This being human is a guest house.
Every morning a new arrival.
A joy, a depression, a meanness,
Some momentary awareness comes
As an unexpected visitor.
Welcome and entertain them all!
Even if they’re a crowd of sorrows,
Who violently sweep your house
Empty of its furniture,
Still, treat each guest honorably.
It may be clearing you out
For some new delight.
The dark thought, the shame, the malice.
Meet them at the door laughing,
And invite them in.
Be grateful for whoever comes,
Because each has been sent
As a guide from beyond.
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You came to me at such a young age
How could I know you were setting the stage?
Coming to me in such a subtle way
As your true self held at bay
Feeling alone and full of pain
Comfort and warmth thought I’d gain
Did not know you were just an illusion
To a child lost in confusion
You were my first love
Conceived you as a beautiful dove
Giving to you trust in full
Stronger and stronger became your pull
As my life starts to begin
Always you helped me fit in
To the lost soul led the way
Deeper and deeper day by day
Now full in you led my direction
Your complete intent to no detection
Years now began to pass
You knew then our love would last
Every time I felt a loss
Comfort to me you would toss
Although I let you lead the way
I did not know the price I ’d pay
As decades passed I began to see
That you were not the one for me
Finally by then your grip was tight
No escape in the fleeing flight
More and more I wanted to leave
But only loss could I achieve
Now looking back at my empty life
I know now who held the knife
Cut so deep to my very soul
Stripped naked, taken whole
Seeing now that you only exist
Inside of me does your presence persist
The true one protecting me
In good time, set me free
Goodbye you retched flower
Turning now to my higher power
I have now a new defender
To that one I do surrender
Written by Wayne
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Anger was the fabric of my being for the first 20 years of my life. This was because of how I was born. It was no body’s fault. It made me feel miserable and filled my soul with hate and fear. It made decisions in life that are easy for others, become a big struggle for me. Knowing something was wrong but not knowing what it was made most of those decision’s fill me with 20 years of regret.Most of all it made me afraid to include myself in most social activities. This ruined most relationships and whatever reputation I may have had. This in turn made me ashamed of who I was and made me a perfect target, for bullies in school. It took many years of hardships to become the man I am today.It took a lot of help from friends like you and I Thank each and every one of you. It is your love that gives me the strength to stand on my own two feet today. Thank You for giving me a flashlight in what started as a pitch black journey. I am now filled with hope and clean of all my fears. I could not have done it without you. Thank you with all my Heart!
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You’re no good for my daughter Aysha and me. I’ve spent enought money on you to put a down payment on a home. I hate your drama and characters you put in my path. This is my redemption. I won’t miss you either. Goodbye abuse, abusive people, abusing prescription drugs. I’m so done. No I’ll spend quality time with Aysha. I’ll spend my money on gifts and myself, pay my bills etc. There’s no room for you Ca Va Ten, Ca vaut pas la paine, Goodbye, Adios, Hasta La Vista!
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” Treatment is one small part of life, where most who experience it will try to put it out of their thoughts and memories after it is complete. I on the other hand will never forget my time here for as long as I live. Most are ashamed of their time at centers for the treatment of drug and alcohol, and unfortunately, a lot of people relapse after the fact. Those people, however, lacked the basic fundamentals that seem to be scarce in many facilities but are essential to full recovery and a long and prosperous life. Those basics, above and beyond the actual standard program itself include; true care and compassion for clients, the feeling of flowing love 24 hours per day, targeting every single issue that may haunt you and doing so confidently and completely unashamed. Also present is one of the most essential aspects to recovery in my opinion- that being the ability to see your true life purpose as well as developing a greater vision for your future. Top all of that off with a thorough physical wellness program as well as activities to keep you entertained all day long and it’s an unbeatable combination. On a final note I think it is important that I add this…most people see recovery as a time to go get cleaned up, figure out what went wrong, get away from the stress for a while and go back into society. Here it is much more than that. You come in with a Bachelor Degree in self-sabotage and you leave with a Doctorate in personal recovery, patience, tolerance, wisdom, discernment, and the vision to spread all the newly discovered kindness in your heart as much as humanly possible. Thank you for everything, I’ll remember it always.” C.E. Alberta
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” I got much more out of this Recovery Program than I thought I would. I learned how my addiction works, in ways I understand. I learned how important my childhood was in shaping my beliefs. Many of those beliefs had a major impact on my drugging and drinking.
I am leaving a more independent person. I have lost my urge to be dependent on others for anything; from happiness to finances. I have realized that others play a very important role in my life, in that they can add to an already happy and fulfilled life but they cannot be the source of that happiness.
I learned what fears I had, even ones I never knew I had. They were directing my choices, behavior, and attitudes.Now that I am no longer in bondage to these fears I feel Free.
I know that it was the perfect place for me at the perfect time, I am forever grateful. “ B.P- BC
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My prayers were answered when I made the perfect choice for my recovery. I desperately needed to get better, this is was not my first attempt this year. I needed to get my life back together and find myself again. I deserved to be happy and healthy, and I needed to for my kids, and loved ones.
I was provided with the proper tools and one on one personalized counseling. More importantly if was given love, hope and the ability to realize there was light at the end of the tunnel. I went feeling hopeless, empty, angry, guilty and was hurting deeply. Today I feel full of hope, love, and gratitude. I finally feel free from resentments and guilt.
I want to say thank you too the entire staff for all that you have done for me.
L.P. Ontario
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I want to start off by telling you that I am sincerely impressed by the dedication and commitment you have towards your mission and that you, as well as everyone you help, are fortunate for your devotion.
I am trying my hardest to help my sister. Often I find myself losing confidence in my ability to make any change but every time I speak with you I feel a little more optimistic. I wanted to write this in hopes that you would be recognized for your perseverance and enthusiasm, and in hopes that your selflessness would be recognized and rewarded. I am writing to you to thank you for not only talking me through a situation I know nothing about, but also for showing me that sometimes people are just intrinsically helpful, caring and genuine. Sonia
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Thank you so much for all that you did for my daughter. The love and support that you shared with both of us, we are very grateful for. You went both above and beyond, Thankyou. S.R Calgary
