One year ago today, I was caught for distributing prescription drugs and carrying weapons on school campus. I didn't really think about that day's significance. If I had stopped for just one moment to think about anyone besides myself, I never would have stuffed any of it in my back pack. I wouldn't have given it way.
Why?
May 10, 2008 was my little brother's birthday. He was turning four... I was too caught up in pills and alcohol to notice. I cant believe I forgot his birthday.
It's been a year, and I've really turned my life around. Sure I slip up sometimes, everyone does, but for the most part I'm clean and sober. I'm slowly but surely gaining his trust back. It's obviously not easy after four years of abuse, but I do have high hopes that one day he'll feel completely safe with me. I taught him that the word isn't safe; it's my responsibility to teach him to trust again. He's a good kid. He deserves to have someone protecting him.
I love you, Zarko. Happy birthday Buddy! I cant believe you're already five! :)
Why?
May 10, 2008 was my little brother's birthday. He was turning four... I was too caught up in pills and alcohol to notice. I cant believe I forgot his birthday.
It's been a year, and I've really turned my life around. Sure I slip up sometimes, everyone does, but for the most part I'm clean and sober. I'm slowly but surely gaining his trust back. It's obviously not easy after four years of abuse, but I do have high hopes that one day he'll feel completely safe with me. I taught him that the word isn't safe; it's my responsibility to teach him to trust again. He's a good kid. He deserves to have someone protecting him.
I love you, Zarko. Happy birthday Buddy! I cant believe you're already five! :)
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