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Re: Robitussin & teens...
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Originally Posted by dizzyde
I am so sorry to hear this, I know you must be in a lot of emotional pain over this right now. I will be praying for your son, and for you, that God gives you the strength and wisdom to deal with this.
One thing that I would like to say to you, and it sounds like this is what you are doing, is take this, very, very seriously. I see too many Apostolic parents who want to trivialize things like this as a teenage prank, or rite of passage, that is no big deal, "they will grow out of it".
Drugs are very serious, and very addictive, and it doesn't take a lot for addiction to occur.
You sound like you are alert and paying attention, so I'm sure that you are on the right track, I just HATE to hear things like this, I HATE drugs, and I HATE the devil, I have lived with an addict, and it is a terrible thing.
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Originally Posted by dizzyde
Sherri, I'm not disagreeing with you on this, I am sure that for you and others this has been the case, and I am sure that it was in large part because of diligent parenting.
And I by no means am trying to add to the load of Subdued by being a downer or pessimistic about this.
It is just that in my experience, and what I have experienced personally is very much a different story. I have seen many, many "church" kids get seriously derailed by drugs, and a significant portion of them are permanently scarred by it. And for the most part I would say it was the way the parents handled the situation that made a significant difference in the outcome.
Subdued sounds as though he/she? is handling this with the appropriate seriousness, and I will continue to pray for their family, this is a very hard thing for a parent to have go through.
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I am, in no way, taking this lightly. I *KNOW* these types of drugs are highly addictive & lead to much worse, even death. My son has lost my trust and will have to work at rebuilding it. He will be submitting to some home drug tests, given randomly.
His behavior & attitude changed and my gut instinct told me that he was on drugs; but I denied it. Never again! If you suspect your kid is doing something wrong/dangerous - they most likely ARE!
Thank you for your prayers. I need the Lord's wisdom right now, which I know He will supply.
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Psa 19:14 Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O LORD, my strength, and my redeemer.
1Pe 5:6-7 Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time: Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.
Tit 3:2 To speak evil of no man, to be no brawlers, but gentle, shewing all meekness unto all men.
Psa 51:10 Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit within me.
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06-12-2008, 07:27 PM
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Re: Robitussin & teens...
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Originally Posted by MrsMcD
Thanks for sharing your story. Maybe God is using this as a wake up call to your son. I praise God that he is okay.
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I believe this is a wake up call to my son & I believe the Lord revealed his activities to my husband and me. Actually, because I was beginning to suspect drugs, I began to pray that the Lord WOULD reveal it to me. I also confronted my son a few weeks ago - he, of course, denied it - but I told him that I would find out, knowing that God would let me know. I am so grateful that the Lord has His hand upon our lives!!
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Psa 19:14 Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O LORD, my strength, and my redeemer.
1Pe 5:6-7 Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time: Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.
Tit 3:2 To speak evil of no man, to be no brawlers, but gentle, shewing all meekness unto all men.
Psa 51:10 Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit within me.
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06-12-2008, 07:31 PM
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Re: Robitussin & teens...
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Originally Posted by rgcraig
Wow, Subdued!
Thanks for sharing this with us to try and help others from what has happened to you.
Praying God will speak to your son while he's still "affected" by this near disaster.
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The only reason I'm sharing this is to inform other parents. I was very hesitant to post, though, because it's embarrassing as a parent to reveal something like this - it feels as though it's a reflection on me. However, I just have to say, don't ever think, "Not MY kid." And if you SUSPECT, search and pray fervently. Do whatever it takes to find out for sure. Especially if there are sudden behavioral changes!
Man! My son KNEW better, ya know?! It's hard to understand.
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Psa 19:14 Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O LORD, my strength, and my redeemer.
1Pe 5:6-7 Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time: Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.
Tit 3:2 To speak evil of no man, to be no brawlers, but gentle, shewing all meekness unto all men.
Psa 51:10 Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit within me.
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06-12-2008, 07:32 PM
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Re: Robitussin & teens...
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Originally Posted by rgcraig
You are exactly right!
There's even a commercial about this. A drug dealer saying that he's out of a job now because of OCD's. It's something we all need to be aware of for sure!
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Yes, indeed!!!!!
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Psa 19:14 Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O LORD, my strength, and my redeemer.
1Pe 5:6-7 Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time: Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.
Tit 3:2 To speak evil of no man, to be no brawlers, but gentle, shewing all meekness unto all men.
Psa 51:10 Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit within me.
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06-12-2008, 07:33 PM
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Re: Robitussin & teens...
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Originally Posted by Sherri
Praying for you, Subdued. I know what it's like to have your child do things that they know they shouldn't do. Thankfully, by God's grace, they usually do grow out of it and decide to live right. Being a parent in the meantime is not easy though.
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Thank you for the prayers. I NEED THEM!
I am trusting in the Grace of God right now (while taking measures to ensure this will not happen again).
Parenting a teen, so far, has been most difficult for sure.
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Psa 19:14 Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O LORD, my strength, and my redeemer.
1Pe 5:6-7 Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time: Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.
Tit 3:2 To speak evil of no man, to be no brawlers, but gentle, shewing all meekness unto all men.
Psa 51:10 Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit within me.
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06-12-2008, 07:35 PM
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Re: Robitussin & teens...
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Originally Posted by Ron
Subdued, kids are kids, whether sinner or saint, they will sometimes cross boundaries.
I am glad it isn't worse.
Praying for you all.
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Thanks. I'm hearing that a lot lately - and hearing, from others, the stupid things people seem to do as teens. Hearing that most make it out okay has brought comfort.
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Psa 19:14 Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O LORD, my strength, and my redeemer.
1Pe 5:6-7 Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time: Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.
Tit 3:2 To speak evil of no man, to be no brawlers, but gentle, shewing all meekness unto all men.
Psa 51:10 Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit within me.
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06-12-2008, 07:36 PM
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Re: Robitussin & teens...
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Originally Posted by Subdued
I am, in no way, taking this lightly. I *KNOW* these types of drugs are highly addictive & lead to much worse, even death. My son has lost my trust and will have to work at rebuilding it. He will be submitting to some home drug tests, given randomly.
His behavior & attitude changed and my gut instinct told me that he was on drugs; but I denied it. Never again! If you suspect your kid is doing something wrong/dangerous - they most likely ARE!
Thank you for your prayers. I need the Lord's wisdom right now, which I know He will supply.
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I have a saying that I use often when talking about teenagers, "the best kid in the world can make a really bad choice in the right situation."
It sounds like you are well aware of this, and my heart is hurting for you to have to go through this, being a parent is truly the hardest job in the world sometimes. 
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06-12-2008, 07:42 PM
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Re: Robitussin & teens...
When you are talking to someone that is on drugs you are talking to the drug not the person. That is what is so hard for a lot of people to understand I think. When you are high your thoughts are always about when can I get high again. Be watchful but encouraged, he may be one of those who make it out of that horror.
Will be praying for y'all.
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He hath shewed thee, O man, what is good; and what doth the LORD require of thee, but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God? Micah 6:8 KJV
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06-12-2008, 07:48 PM
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Re: Robitussin & teens...
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Originally Posted by dizzyde
I have a saying that I use often when talking about teenagers, "the best kid in the world can make a really bad choice in the right situation."
It sounds like you are well aware of this, and my heart is hurting for you to have to go through this, being a parent is truly the hardest job in the world sometimes. |
Well, I am *trying* my best to always be alert & aware! I, obviously, failed. I am praying for wisdom & guidance from the Lord.
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Psa 19:14 Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O LORD, my strength, and my redeemer.
1Pe 5:6-7 Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time: Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.
Tit 3:2 To speak evil of no man, to be no brawlers, but gentle, shewing all meekness unto all men.
Psa 51:10 Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit within me.
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06-12-2008, 07:53 PM
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Re: Robitussin & teens...
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Originally Posted by cneasttx
When you are talking to someone that is on drugs you are talking to the drug not the person. That is what is so hard for a lot of people to understand I think. When you are high your thoughts are always about when can I get high again. Be watchful but encouraged, he may be one of those who make it out of that horror.
Will be praying for y'all.
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UGH - I know! Apparently, "robotripping" causes a person to feel affectionate. My son kept saying (while high), "Mom, give me a hug," to which I replied [at first], "I can't right now because I would not be hugging YOU, I'd be hugging a kid who's high & not in his right mind." Of course, I *DID* end up hugging him - and tight!!!!!
And yes, he was thinking about the next high -- until he thought he was dying. SO FAR, he is only feeling regret, fear and remorse. He's been confessing to many "sins," handing over his paraphernalia, and telling me where I can buy home drug testing kits.
I don't think it's only because he got caught. However, right now, I don't even know him! Nor do I trust him!
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Psa 19:14 Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O LORD, my strength, and my redeemer.
1Pe 5:6-7 Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time: Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.
Tit 3:2 To speak evil of no man, to be no brawlers, but gentle, shewing all meekness unto all men.
Psa 51:10 Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit within me.
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