MY STORY - Linda's three sons are addicted to Opioids (Full Story)
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- “My Story” is a video series that dives into the personal stories of people who have struggled with opioid addiction.
Linda has three sons, all of which struggle with addiction. The disease caught all three boys at an early age starting with alcohol and eventually leading to opioids. Linda tells her story of how a family survives through faith and a choice not to give up on or give in to her sons. From failed rehabs to what-if scenarios that are heartbreaking, it’s an emotional story not often heard from this perspective so I encourage you to sit back and listen in for the full story.
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I had 3 sons. 1 died at 25 with kidney failure due to drugs. One other son ended up divorced and turned his back on me after I tried to talk to him about his drug use. I have tried to accept my youngest son's drug use so I don't lose contact with him. My husband was a heroin and every other drug addict after Vietnam. It didn't kill him till he was 55. He was abusive. I had to work full time to support my sons. I divorced him when they were young to keep us safe. He was never a dad, but they all turned to drugs. I never used drugs, or drank. I've been a broken person for many years, but I only show smiles to the world. I'm 71 now. I still work, but I'm so weary. Work does help to keep my mind off this tragedy, so I will keep on.
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My god if anyone deserves a medal for putting up with so much for so long it’s you I hope you find peace in all of this.
❤❤God bless your family with his healing power!
Wow I'm sorry youve had to deal with all of that! I hope you can please try to find some joy. ❤️
My heart is with you, I had 3 sons and I just buried my oldest 38 and my second son is going through meths nightmare my youngest is in jail because his addiction so much of my life is destroyed already 😢
I hope this mom also found recovery from her sons’ addiction People don’t realize how much addiction really affects the whole family.
Her prayers probably help her. I hope that.
Mum doesnt need recovery , her sons do...she needs support,strength,courage, luv, endurance, compassion,
Such a great point you make!
Most family members are co-dependent. Just as sick as the addict.
@@monicaambsThis is true! I was with an alcoholic and it took a lot to take a good hard look at myself, my co-dependency and negative patterns. I realized I was just as sick as he was and it was a shock to me! I did my inner work and am now in a wonderful place! I had a lot if self healing that I had to do!
NEVER lose hope!!!! I’m 37 years old. I was heavily addicted to EVERYTHING from the time I was 15-34! I tried 9 rehabs, numerous jail stay, halfway houses- my mom kicked me out over and over.. I wanted to get clean it just never worked for me. It wasn’t until I was 34 years old and went to rehab once again and something clicked that time… I’ve been clean 4 years now. I finally had a baby, she will be a year on Saturday. I’ve accumulated so many things in these 4 short years that I thought I would NEVER have in my whole life. I just knew i was going to be homeless, in jail, or dead for the rest of my life.. Even if your sons slip up and relapse, don’t lose hope!!! I am most grateful that my mother is still alive and got to see me clean, and living a healthy, happy life. My prayers for you guys.
Well done! I'm 34 at the moment and hope to achieve the same before I'm 35.
As a mother, my heart goes out to Linda. No judgement here, just 🙏🙏🙏
I lost my two brothers one OD and the other died of colon cancer. I also was addicted for 20 years. I've been clean along time now. My poor mom had to go through all this pain. I'm so sorry that I hurt her so much. When you're a addict you don't think you are hurting anyone but yourself. I'm so sorry you had to go through all this pain. Thanks for telling your story. Sending love and prayers.
So proud you're clean!! That's huge, gives me hope with my two🙏🏼
Wow 😢 happy you found your way ❤
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Congrats & ODAAT❤
Karen I also lost 2 siblings to OD I feel your pain.
What a courageous mum you are, Linda. I experienced addiction with my brother for 15 years until he died by OD. Your boys are so lucky to have two loving parents who have fought for their sobriety.
I’m sorry
Recovery is a battle...on many levels. Your sons are at war. We pray for encouragement, hope and supernatural power for you, your husband and each of your sons. May their stories turn into testimonies and show others true hope.
Jesus Christ deilvered me from herion b/e 20yrs ago. Thanks to God. Praying for your children
AMEN
AMEN & AMEN!!! ❤. #OneLove
Amen in the name of Jesus.
I am a recovering addict. Addiction almost destroyed me and my family.......but at the end there is still hope. God is all loving❤.
Correct you are the addict but you take your entire family down with you.
Please do not blame yourself. I know it's hard but it's not your fault!!!
I lost my dad to addiction and my brother struggles every day to stay sober. It’s a roller coaster ride. Prayers for all the families affected by addiction.
My five brothers where all addicts. 2 recovered and changed their lives, 2 died from it and 1 is in rehab😢. It was so hard for me growing up seeing this but you learn to let go and de attach from the whole situation. My mom was so strong but suffered from depression. RIP mom❤
Jesus loves you. I pray His strength, be your strength. Study the Bible more, and listen to good preachers of the gospel. There are lots on TH-cam. It will teach you a lot, and the curse will be broken completely.
Thank you. I'm just so glad none of my children have ever used drugs. I dedicated them to the Lord. Brought them up Christian and the curse wAs broken ❤
I can’t believe ALL of her kids have struggled with addiction!! How heartbreaking!
Imagine that one started his two little brothers in that path.
@@smaguire8339 I know, imagine the guilt he must carry 😢
There’s nothing more powerful than the faith of loving parents. God bless all who are going through this.
I feel for you and your family.. Yes unconditional Love
My Son is 43 and has congestive heart failure now because he used so much he was 17 when he first started and he didn't get help til he was 27 one day he came to me and said mom i need your help im going to recovery i thank God he went to Sorrcido in east los angeles he stood for 1 year and then 1 year in sober living he was sober for 8 years he became a sponsor and went to meetings everyday then in 2015 he decided he was ok to drink a beer and within 3months he was back doing Meth , we as a family went ro meetings with him , interventions since that time its been a nightmare, then on February 12th of 2023 he couldn't breathe he went to the hospital and he was there seven days and was told if you continue with your drugs your gonna die that scared him .. my son is on 10 different medications now he is very prideful 3years ago my son give his life to Jesus, he went ro church got involved in a mens group there but it didn't last he didnt surrender to God the devil never sleeps . He is my only Son my worst nightmare is to lose him 😢, i keep my faith in God
I’m a Pasadena girl now 67 in Oregon. My 35 yr. old son just kicked heroin after 14 years use. It deeply affects those who love them. I pray for your sons and family-I know the absolute anguish and fear for your beautiful sons.
Bless you all. God is good. 🙏🏼
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Thank God!!
Congrats to you both! God is so good🙏🏾❤️…keep coming back!!!
This is one of the saddest stories I have heard. Linda comes across as a decent respectable person. My heart aches for you.
My heart goes out to every parent who is suffering seeing their children destroy their own lives. This woman is strong in speaking about it.😢❤
They’re not doing it to hurt anybody they’re trying to get well
My heart breaks watching this lady tell her story! My own mother experienced this same ugly life with my two brothers and myself. All three of us were addicted. I've lost my two brothers since. I'm Clear nd have been for over 17 Such a painful life.
So sorry, I'm glad you made it through
Most of the problems we experience are from the people we deal with that's why I lead a solitary life
.. solo eye stroll
Congratulations for your family! Don’t give the rehab too much credit because NO rehab is going to “work” if the user doesn’t WANT it to. Sounds like your son truly took it seriously this time and actually WANTS sobriety instead of YOU wanting it FOR him. I am proud of HIM and glad that you found a rehab he was comfortable in. I admire your patience and attitude in standing by and helping them instead of just throwing them to the wolves! ALL of your children have awesome parents! Good luck.
Your sons are so lucky to have a mother like you. They have no idea what fortune they have in their lives. I pray that God give you a long life for the sake of your sons.
Amen
I had a friend who is an alcohol addict she still denies it beside the fact that she lost everything. I sent her something from the Menonite church where she could go for 1 year to sober up she never went. You cannot help somebody who does not want help. It is so horrible to have one child on drugs but three is so heartbreaking.
What a beautiful lady. She’s loves her family so so much. I really pray that they fulfil their dreams and create wonderful memories ❤
I can’t even imagine what you’re going through. I have a son that was highly addicted. He’s sober now but he has mental health issues. It’s very difficult but it was so hard with one child. I have four children and he’s the only one that had these issues I cannot even begin to imagine three. You are a very strong woman and the Lord has kept you going and your family for sure. God bless you.
This poor woman she looks so fragile. She’s suffered a lot because of her sons. I hope she’s prepared for their relapses. Addiction is a beast.
Lets keep the hope !
Keep opinions like this to yourself my goodness
I really hope her sons beat this and she can also find peace again. You can tell how pure her soul is ❤
For 20 years I never found another mother like myself.. thank you for sharing. I have 3 sons, all with addiction. These are my only children. My sons are in their 30’s with not having typical joys of growing up, first dates, loving partners, or careers, nor any money to get by and be truly self supportive. All college educated, by addiction has stolen their future now for years and years. Their of Loss of self esteem, their own shame despite their parents unconditional love eats away at them and keeps them hooked into dependency and dysfunction. I’ve navigated the mental health system for 20 years… alone. A disjointed terrible system. I am so great full for Al-Anon. My heart breaks hardest when I close my eyes at night and feel their pain. A mothers a pain that only a mother can feel.
I agree with you a terrible system, it is not done in truly caring for the addicted it is just a job. The burden falls on family. Only depend on God to Carr you through in helping the addicts.
Im so sorry :( sending miracles your way
Our family has talked about this and if we could go back and do it again we would sell our house, buy an RV, homeschool while on the road, and keep the whole family together while seeing the country. Going to church together every Sunday and staying close to God by reading scriptures and praying together. Alcohol destroyed so much of the years we had and the future of my siblings. I’ve watched alcohol ruin virtually everything in their lives. This is why I hate alcohol & always will. We have only been able to maintain sanity because of our Savior, Jesus Christ. He is our strength.
God bless you all who are going through this. I know there is hope to all that truly want it.
Linda I hope all is well within your family. This was filmed five years ago and I know what five years can bring when dealing with addicts. Your a loving mom, keep loving them and supporting them, it’s a strength they need.
I have just watched this story, what wonderful parents these boys have.
I’m also wondering how everything is going now as this was 5 year’s ago
My heart goes out to the lady as a mom .
I pray that the boys are recovered fully . I pray that the mom is also healed .
Thank you for sharing !
In October I will be celebrating my 8 years clean off heroin and meth, I truly believe if I can do it anybody can I started using at the age of 10 and used tell 2 months before my 34 th birthday❤ ❤
An addict has to want it to get help and get clean thats why many say when you hit rock bottom and you are tired of the suffering and pain you will get clean , its a choice . God bless 🙏❤️
Beautiful mother , I wish you the best for the future x
I really feel for you, it must be heart breaking for you, my husband was a heroin addict & I found him dead in the garage he was only 47 years old, I also have 3 boys however they have stayed away from drugs seeing what their dad went through, I really hope things turn out good for you & your family, xxx
Black tar is heroin.
Such a hopeful story - fantastic, loving parents. Would love to see a 5 year follow up.
Right this was filmed 5 years ago I wonder how they are doing now ? I hope amazing
You can see her pain. Addiction is awful
What a strong loving mother......everytime her sons stumbled along their recovery path, she drew her inner strength and helped them get up. God answer led this resilient mothers prayers. So much love for her children.
I just want to hug you mama because I feel your pain😢 so many mom’s out there that also have a story, to tell my story is a very sad one😢, but let me tell you that we are the strongs mom’s and I say that God picked us for a reason, look at you mama you are saying your story, but with it you are blessing many like me ty❤️👏✨🙏😀
I am grateful for her testimony. Sending her all the love from another mother walking the same path.
Omg I cried as I heard your story, realizing what an answer to prayer it was. I have no friends or family members in my life who are not in complete denial about their own issues, whether or not substances are part of the equation. I have cried out to the Lord for Him to bring people into my life who are not living in denial, who are emotionally self-aware, who are fearlessly facing their pain. I realized as I listened to this video that He has answered that prayer, not by sending real flesh-and-blood people but by leading me to the people in this series of videos. Thank God for you and your courage to make this video and tell your story with complete transparency!
Babe you got this !!!! I spent 13 yrs wayyyyyy out there addicted to it all 6 beautiful babies a wonderful hubby but boy ol boy addiction caught a hold of me I've been clean almost 4 yrs July 16 and it all do to the glory of our Good Good Father God💚💙🙏🏻 Jesus Christ I now have an amazing job great job great life my baby my 18 yr old son gave me my first grandbaby and he's. Beautiful baby boy Addiction robs you of your values morales so great full for God sending me to Prison when my father Died He went missing June 26 And was found July 9 tramaticic to say the least Ive never been sober longer than 30 days or 6-9 months of jail so 4 yrs for me 4 yrs for my hubby our marriage was like fire gasoline now we're amazing together we've been married almost 20 yrs God never left us just like he never left you babe you got thiz I'm so proud of you we do recover and recover beautiful 🙏🏻💙💚🤞🏻💜🙏🏻
This woman is wonderful, she has faith... so much faith...she's an inspiration... 🙏
Just prayed for all your family 🙏
It’s terrifying. I pray your boys are living their best lives these days. ❤️
Parents who never gave up 🙌🏼 those boys are blessed to have parents like these ❤️
Oh my...one can only imagine her pain
Thank you for being strong enough to share your experience. Honestly I started out listening to you with judgement. How dare I. My 42 yr old son is an addict. I realize I am angry because I am so afraid. I will keep listening to the Stand for recovery.
, I’m in the midst of dealing with my sons addiction to opioids, it’s so hard. This mothers strength gives me strength and most of all hope. It’s a challenging path but like she said, God is always with us. He will guide and provide the way.
I know your loved one will be a success story too, bc we are children of God he loves us and he will heal us sometimes it takes time to see it!! I will pray for all who look to God for healing from addiction, it's a very hard thing to understand bc many day they want to do it, well I know, I had severe back nd neck pain, over time I've become addicted to opioids, I to am struggling but I know God will see me thru bc I want help nd he loves all of us!!! Everything will be ok in God's time!! ❤️
What happened 5 years after? Hopefully they have recovered!❤❤❤
Thank you for inviting this mom to share her story.
I went to one rehab in 1983 it lasted three years man it's what they call a therapeutic community
You did the best you could! It is not you, it is not your sons, it is the pure evil of the DRUGS!! How can you stop your children form not trying something. You cannot be there 100% of the time. IT IS NOT YOUR FAULT!!
Now it’s the evil of the drugs and not the persons choice! It’s crazy how I see white people able to empathize when the people are white but when they are black it’s not the drugs it’s the people they want to be junkies! I only wish that white people could empathize when the people are black we are human with a lot more stress from society the minute we walk out of our houses the hate we as black people experience on a everyday basis enough to break another persons spirit and make some not even want to live anymore and some go looking for an escape from their reality you see we as black people can empathize with this woman and her families struggle we know these stories all to well just wish that the empathy would go both ways!
Alcoholism and substance abuse is devastating. Not only to the person themselves but everyone around them. My heart goes out to Linda and her family. Keep your higher power close.❤
I wonder how much attention, energy, etc. these sons’ addictions stole from their mom’s students? May God please bless the students who lost out as this teacher/mother coped/copes with so much addictive fall out. Her students matter too, imo.
This Mam is truely a loving Mam. I think many parents lose their pride in their children and want to restore the family as quickly as possible but this is impossible as addiction can take many many years to master the addiction. It is sad to see the ugly drugs take over young peoples lives. I am glad that she and her husband believe in God and that they haven't lost their belief in education and learning. I recently met a man at the train station. He told of his life as a homeless drug addict. He now after ten years has a fultime job with people who have a drug addiction. He was happy again and thanked me for the talk.
I am praying for this woman and her family. This is so hard, but they are trying so hard. Hat's off to them!
Thanks for sharing your story. You are such a good mom standing by your boys and supporting them instead of giving up on them!!
I have no words for you only to say that I am extending out a huge hug and positive manifesting for you to try and stay healthy and I’m so sorry this is happened with one little pill to change your whole family dynamics is heartbreaking. Please keep your head above water, and there are people rooting for you.❤
Thank you for sharing your story. You are a strong woman. I pray for you and your family for total healing.
My heart goes out to this mother and to everyone and anyone who is struggling with loved ones fighting addiction.
You are an incredibly loving person and clearly did all you could. My heart is broken for you and your family.
I lift you and your family up prayer! God can do it never give up hope!
This is not a criticism. One of the things I learnt to let go of recently. Don’t be wilfully naive. So many people are. The more honest we all are with ourselves and each other, the easier things are. Well done for keeping trying to find a solution
Dear Linda , how sorry I am to hear your story. I can’t even imagine your pain .Don’t give up ! Your life has purpose.
So Sorry for your pain It's a battle they are waging I fought mine for years been clean now for a few years Sending Love and Light your way Wishing all the best your boys way
My heart breaks for her. I know how you feel. I too have a son who is addicted to opiates. He started at around 18 and had been sober several times he is in relapse right mow and it is so so difficult to deal with. I too have had people say to throw him out teach him hard love. We have done that and he was worse on the streets. I rescued him from the streets and death in 2020. We moved to the other side of the country and it didnt help he found drugs here as well. I pray 🙏 for everyone going through this it is one of the hardest things to go through.
Linda I commend you for your and your husband determination and love for these 3 kids and you won the battle! The drems you had for them are coming coming to fruition and it was all worth! God bless your family!
I'm an addict just celebrated 7years and I want you to know that your love for education is a beautiful thing and maybe just maybe they are here to be teachers just not the ones you had hoped for. They are hopefully going to teach (they have been) as well as you about how addiction does not discriminate. It is a blessing I hope they take those times and use them to help others just like you did for them and for parents that are at a loss❤ Thank you for sharing your story . Our motto ... #yourlifeisworthsaving #wedorecover 🤟❤️🙏
Your life is worth serving and it comes at the expense of others lives -
My Dear Linda, My prayers are with you and your family. I too have a son lost to this horrible disease. The heartbreak we mothers/parents feel is immeasurable. But..GOD. He has the final say, and perfect timing. As long as they have breath, there is a absolute chance of recovery. Nothing is too big for Heavenly Father! We just have to have faith of a mustard seed, and lay our burdens down at His feet. Peace be with you. I know how hard it is. God bless everyone struggling with this ❤
You are the best mom ever..
My son is in jail due to Alochol...
God is always at our side..
Thank you Linda. You’re such a strong and courageous woman. I hear my grandmother in your voice. 🩷
I highly admire you Linda, such an amazing woman/mother. You & your Husband have proven the meaning of Parents… I’m saddened for all you all have gone through but to see your strength & dedication, your heart and the list can go on. God Bless You & your Family 🙏🏻. Thank You for sharing 🫶🏻
I hope you don't blame yourself for any action or non-action you may have taken. There's no way to predict what impact any choice on your side would have had. You are an amazing mom.
People don't realize that we need to find out what the root of addiction is! Because if the person is happy or content with their life, they won't pick up that first hit, that first drink. Society always judges them for what they individual does, or their behavior, what we don't realize is that, if they have the power to resist a drink, or that line of drugs, or that needle that is ready to go for an injection, they would have stopped it long long ago!
So, please!!!!!!! if you ever meet a person that is struggling with substance, DO NOT LET YOUR MIND GO BE JUDGEMENTAL RIGHT AWAY! FIND OUT WHAT IS THE ROOT CAUSE OF THEIR ADDICTIONS, OR USE OF SUBSTANCES,,,,,,,, AND ASK THE QUESTION OF WHY THE PAIN? AND PLEASE TAKE THE TIME TO LISTEN TO THEIR STORIES, HAVE EMPATHY, UNDERSTANDING, AND AN OPEN MIND TO WHAT THEY'RE SHARING!
I use to think like you and still trying to stop myself to dislike these people. The reason I feel this way is not because they are begging on the streets. They are abusive toward other people, stealing from shop daily, being agressive. They go into blocks of flats and wee inside and they leave rubbish behind. Police do nothing about it. I live in England and this country just getting worse. They have been suplied with methadon which is paid by hard working people, but it doesn't work, because people on drugs treat it as an "extra shot" between they inject themself. The system failed badly and no one is really able to help them until they decide do something about it.
That's way too simplistic. 12 year olds will follow the crowd and will experiment, happy or not. Some people are also more susceptible to addiction genetically.
I was addicted to codeine and I totally understand what this family has been through. I prey every addict seeks help especially suboxone or Bividal as it works and stops the cycle of addiction. Much love to anyone going through this there is hope
Hey Kristen, do you have experience with Buvidal? I’m interested in any information on what it’s like to jump off? Suboxone is proving to be a harsh detox with looong w/d’s.
We have to be realistic.
Suboxone/Buvidal is an opiate/opioid, it is literally carrying on the addiction, but can be a stepping stone to sobriety, so in some ways is a step in the right direction.
Hope you get there and well done on getting off the street drugs.
@@NotFalling4itI've heard people say that it's slightly easier, few say a lot easier.
If you do it in the right rehab, it will be 100 times easier than it would be not in a rehab.
My oldest son passed away aged 43 in April 23, my middle son passed away 4month later in August 23 both addicts, my heart is crushed and broken . My lads hurt no one but themselves 💔💔
I'm so sorry 😢
Congrats ty for shareing...God is so Good.....keep up your faith...I'm praying..for you and anyone struggling with addiction
Thank you Miss Linda for sharing your story. Im so sorry your family has gone thru so much. I lost my cousin to a herion overdose and almost lost my fiancee to fentanyl poisoning. It is so terrifying. May God bless you and your family. You are all in my prayers 🙏
Sad, you are like my mom she is heartbroken at 81
For the hundred or so videos I have watched about addiction this is the first time my heart just broke for this woman.
God bless this family. I pray for their recovery. Praying for all of them. God is good.
Your words are like honey in my traumatised soul, thank you so much!
Trauma are gateway to drugs 😢😢😢
Absolutely heartbreaking.
Linda you are a very strong woman and God has got your back I'm praying for you and your family God bless you all
You gave them strength & love + everything else you've got.
Thank you for sharing the testimony of your children and how God brought them around thank you for showing others that you never give up on praying for your children God bless you all
Oh dear God your love is visited and felt through your words ...stay strong for them.😊😢
Sending you so much love and prayers
I went through this hell for 20 years and still going...Just never ends...
I feel this womans pain, heartbreak and fear ..... i pray for her and her husband and her three sons. Wishing them all a bright and loving future 😘😘😘😘😘🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗
I pray that your sons stay strong and life long, healthy lives. I pray that you get to witness their good days, for years and years to come. You have been a pillar of strength in your family. ❤💫
Linda, please receive all my solidarity as a parent. I have two sons and we have had our hard struggles with this. It is so tough for the family. The little angels that my kids used to be…. Our “ideal family” as other thought, has faced a lot of challenges due to this problem.
Strength to your strength. I speak the Blood of Jesus over you and your family for every strong hold to be broken and come under the control of our mighty Lord.
Thanks for sharing!!
@@veramaaaaaa1154thank you
That new rehab sounds very positive. 30 days isn’t enough time. Good point about not immediately kicking out if relapse. That’s when help most needed
What a strong woman you make me proud to be one God bless you and your family.
I feel your story. I've gone through the same. Doesn't matter if you move to another planet. They will find a way. So so hard no one knows till they are walking it. Faith is what kept me going.
❤I am absolutely so sorry for you! My heart aches for you. I pray that God will restore the land which the locust has eaten❤❤❤
I quit heroin 35 years ago and live a happy life. Keep hope.
Good mom and faithful servant. ❤
Linda seems like such a sweet lady my heart goes out to her
God Bless You and your husband, Linda.
I hope and pray that your boys are healed from their addictions🙏✨
I am so sorry you have this horrible pain. May god bless you.and give you peace.