Barstow College
Barstow,CA
Mezun Olduğu Okul: 1992
Öğrenci durumu: Eski Mezunlar
Derece: Associate's Degree
Ana dal: Psychology
Ek dal: Humanities
Kulüpler: AGS
Yunanlı:
Alpha Gamma Sigma
1990 - 1994
Barstow High
Barstow,CA
Mezun Olduğu Okul: 1962
Öğrenci durumu: Eski Mezunlar
Derece: High School Diploma
Author of Scumbag Sewer Rats: An Archetypal Understanding of Criminalized Drug Addicts
John says that altering consciousness is innate, whether it's skydiving, playing sports or motorcycling. Drugs and alcohol is just the easiest. 28 Ağu 2009 tarihinde devamı
Hakkımda: I managed to put an end to more than thirty years of alcohol and drug addiction culminating with a stretch in the state prison system. Upon being released from the California Department of Corrections on Dec 3, 1989, my first life came to an end. During that first life, however, I did manage to raise a daughter. I didn’t do a very good job of it but we are the best of friends today. I have a 14 year old granddaughter and a eight year old grandson. Fortunately, my grandkids will never see me the way my daughter did. They’ll never have to watch the police take me out of the house in handcuffs like my daughter did. They’ll never have to control their behavior according to what drug I was taking like my daughter did. And they’ll never have to endure being embarrassed in public like my daughter did. Fortunately I haven't taken a drink or put a needle in my arm since May 7, 1990 (my last relapse date), and for that I am most assuredly grateful. For those interested Click here! for my website. I have created this website to draw interest to my two books, Scumbag Sewer Rats (now published), and Scumbag to Ph.D. (as yet unpublished). To read a newspaper article written about me, click here! The following video is a book trailer for Scumbag Sewer Rats.
This video is of me giving a synopsis of Scrumbag Sewer Rats.
thank you for the request. Living a life around supporting a drug addiction is such a hard and painful way to live. It's great to know that there are people like you out there that care enough to shine some light, Keep up the great work!!:-)
Thank you so much for your add. Your story looks very interesting, I am going to swing back by soon to check out your second video. Congradulations on your return from the party. ;) I hope you are having a fabulous weekend!!!
thanks for the request. u are to be commended for the battles u have been thru and for coming out of it so together. u take care and take it easy. i look forward to the friendship hugs Linda
Hi John. Thanks for the request. I'm very glad to meet you. I am also an addict who hasn't used since 1986. I did so through the AA program. It was especially difficult for me being an agnostic. I have found a very satisfying spiritual life that has absolutely nothing to do with religion, but I found myself feeling very alone and unique in AA. I'm so relieved to see that it is becoming more acceptable for people in recovery to do so without the religious overtones. You're doing valuable work! Sincerely,Diana
Thank you John, for the invitation. Though I have never experienced these types of addictions 1st hand, I am certainly aware of the inner conflicts that can create this need, but the strength it takes to overcome this new need! CONGRATULATIONS!
Thank you, sir, for the add request. Your story is remarkable to me, not because of hardship or success after failure, or any of the normal claptrap, but because of the _metanoia_ -- the obvious shift in consciousness that was the result of (or resulted in!) that same hardship/failures/successes -- the "change of mind/heart" you have obviously experienced is exemplary. It's nice to see stories like yours uplifting the lives of others! I am happy to spread that love! :-) Peace and Love to you and yours!
Thanks so much for the request!! I laughed so hard when I read your headline quote, because it described ME so perfectly. I "went to the party" when I was 14, and didn't get back until I was 48. It's great to finally be back though -- isn't it?
Many Blessings to you my new friend, and best wishes with your current endeavors!! They sound wonderful !!
You have a beautiful story brother. It sounds like you have been through quite a journey in life. I admire you for all that you have overcome. Bless you.
Hello John, thank you for asking me to be your friend! I read your about me and all I can say is a great big Congratulations to you! How awesome that you overcame all of that!!!! You sound like a person, not to mention a wonderful father and grandfather!!!!
A pleasure to connect with you John, even more surprised to see Shelton Williams amongst our friends in common lol! ya dont see that often..grin....interesting life you had there to the "learning"...congrats on the book release and 2nd to be...I may be back to pick your brains on publishing...
"I believe the best leaders are the ones that are focused on bringing out the best in their people - transforming lives. When someone has that as their purpose, the profits just naturally follow." Bob Proctor
Thanks for the Add :) How are you? I am an aspiring writer myself... I am going to college to eventually become a life coach and publish personal development books! :D
hi john & i'm very glad to add u to my friends! and though i don't really know you in person, what you've done with your life is to be commended & something you should be very proud of! most people won't even admit they have a problem, let alone go as far as you have done! you came to take a hold on your life & turn it around & it's an honor to have you as a friend! thank you & hugs, wanda
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