Sad News

As many of you know I shared with you back in June that I was very involved with taking away my niece's son. She was a 20 year herion user and living on the streets with a 2 year old. We got him into foster care and her into treatment. Well last night 1 day before "graduating" from the treatment program and on her 36th birthday, my niece died from a herion overdose. It is easy to speculate about what went wrong when it was looking like she was doing so well, but we will never know. My guess is that the pressure and fear of going back out into the "real" world was to much for her and she turned back to the only way she felt she could to cope. I'm thankful that when this happened her and her son were off the streets. How horrible could this have been if she had done this when they were living in the abandoned warehouse. He is safe and the foster parents that have been caring for him the last several months may be interested in adopting him permanently. When things like this happen it really helps me keep my "problems" in perspective. Bless each and everyone of you and cherish the moments you have with family and friends. You never know when you won't have another chance.

OMG Peter, I am sooooooooooooo sorry for her son and your family. My daughter has gone through crystal episodes so I know exactly what you were going through. If there is anything we can do let us know. My prayers go out to you guys. Sue

Peter, I'm so very sorry for your loss. I lost one of my childhood friends to a similar situation a couple years ago. At least her son is being properly cared for and is young enough to not be permanently scarred by this. I pray for you and your family. God bless Tim

Oh Peter, I'm so sorry. What a tragedy. I'm glad her son is safe. I'm so sorry your niece felt she had to do that. I hope she has found the peace that eluded her in life. I am sad for you and will be thinking of you and your family. Take care and {{{hugs}}} Lisa

Peter- I'm so sorry for you and your family. Lots of love and warm thoughts to you. Andrea

I'm so sorry about your niece. I hope everything works out with your nephew and the foster family adopting him. He's lucky to have you.

Peter, Blessings to you and your family during this sad time. Thank heavens you stepped up when you could! We can never know why, we can only do... with love. And you did! Frances

Peter, Such a heartbreaking event! I'm so very sorry! Thank goodness you stepped in when you did. I am lifting your family up in prayer. HUGS Kimberly

OMG Peter! I just NOW read this! I am soooooo sorry hun! This just affirms that you did the right thing that day! Oh sweetie! I'm in shock! What a sad day indeed. Call me if you need anything or if there is ANYTHING I can do for you or if you just want to talk. I love ye Peter! Channan

Peter, it is sad news. You worked hard to help her and her son. Thinking of you, take care. -Pam