I have Karlie!!!!!!

[DianaB]

The last few days have been long and hard. Damon is with his parents after getting some prescriptions without Dae Lynn's knowledge and taking them all in two days. The last day it wasn't hard to tell that something was going on. I've never seen someone zoned out on drugs and I hope that I never do again. Dae Lynn has been staying with us.

Yesterday Damon said that Dae Lynn could go and get Karlie and take her to church and then later he said that she could keep her over night. So Karlie is here with me while Dae Lynn's at work.

We've had so many long and emotional discussions about what to do with a lot of prayer added. I think that we've somewhat come to the conclusion that they're all going to come out here and stay with us for awhile. Mostly so we can keep an eye on Damon and encourage him. We're checking into some drug rehab programs, especially Teen Challenge, which is supported by our church organization and is an excellent program.

We're in a really hard place with trying to figure out what to do but since I'm a Christian I just can't give up on Damon. I serve a God who can and does do miracles!!! I also know that none of this is going to be easy but I'm not dealing with things alone.

I don't know what my other kids and in-laws are going to say about all of this and I'm not looking forward to finding out.

We did finally get our Christmas tree up but with everything going on I think that I'm going to skip getting out anymore decorations. My mind and heart just isn't in it right now. The next few days are going to be difficult because I have to get everything finished up to get ready for Christmas. I probably won't be on much at all, but expect to see me as soon as Christmas is over!!!!!!

[donna1990]

God bless you. Trying times for sure.

[Janet]

Diana, you know I'm here when ever you need me. I know how big your heart is and I will keep you and all your family in my prayers. You are a great example of how a true Christian would act. I so admire you, but I've told you that before..

[2tiredmom]

Diana, I'm sorry your having to go though all this. But God is making you and
your family stronger because of it. Your in my prayers.

[Gina]

Diana.. I am happy to hear that Dae Lynn and Karlie are with you .God Bless you and your family at this time..

[DianaB]

Damon and Dae Lynn talked last night and he's coming back home today but there are conditions. I'm very proud of the way that my daughter is handling things. She's stronger than I have given her credit for.

Letting Karlie go back to Damon and not knowing IF I'd even see her again was so hard. I really didn't know what was going to happen when Dae Lynn went over to Damon's parent's home. Karlie wanted held a lot more than usual yesterday and even told Dae Lynn and I that she was "proud" to be here. I'm sure that she meant that she was glad. I feel better that she'll be back at Dae Lynn's but it's a catch-22 because now I'll worry about my daughter being with Damon.

I've decided that I'm NOT depressed, just stressed and emotional. I'm not in a down mood that goes with depression. I'm just dealing with a lot right now.

Thanks so much for your support and for allowing me to rattle on. It really helps to be able to let things out. {{{{{HUGS}}}}}

[Forgivenmom5]

Diana your family will be in my prayers.

[judy]

Dear Diana,

God Bless You and Gregg for not giving up on Damon. It might get hard and be painful at times, but like you said, you're not alone. I know about God's miracles, as I know you do. He is always with you.

My prayers and love to all of you. I am keeping you in my heart every moment.

I hope you enjoy Christmas despite the stress. I'm sure there will be a lot of love
in your house.