10/17/12 Ups and Downs, its crazy how life is in the pink cloud so much after the worst part of withdrawal but we still have bad days. I had a using dream last night and it freaked me out so much, but people are quick to re-assure me that this is normal! Today i spent...

10/8 Finally back from New York. It was such a good trip such a blessing. Janel picked me up from the airport and I guess I was missed. Im excited to see all the ladies at my house, they are wonderful. I cant wait to see my counselor Bob Forest, and Dr. Drew to let...

October 7th So the wedding went very well, I must have seen 60 family members and friends. Everyone is over joyed with me and says that I have that twinkle back in my eyes 🙂  .....so good to hear, I just want to make everyone proud! I love my life today, being back...

October 6 I am racing around with everybody trying to get ready for this wedding, I havent been to a wedding as an adult so this should be interesting. Yes, there will be alcohol there but I believe i have enough confidence/fear/tools to keep my control. I have a...

October 5 Hi everybody, I hope your prayers can be answered as mine are today. Last night I was greeted at the airport by my SON, my sons dad (Angel), and my mom! Such a great welcome home! My son yelled "MOMMY" as he ran to me, and then followed that with an "Ive...

The bad news is; the problem of addiction in the United States has grown to such an extent that it is on record that: Of patients admitted to hospitals, 14% make up those who have drug/alcohol abuse related problems. When talking of alcohol, about 131 million people,...

10/4 GOOD MORNING! Its 3:35 am I am about to leave for my flight to New York. I am so anxious and excited I can’t wait to see my family! I can barely wait the anticipation to see my son! I am nervous about flying 6 hours with no cigarette ah! Such an addict thing to...

10/3 Hi everybody!... Today is a good day, clean and sober still! I never thought this could happen for me so it can happen for everyone struggling. It really is one day at a time. I pray every morning to my high power to not let me drink or use for the day. Then I...

The 4 Stages of Addiction The descent into addiction doesn’t take place with one big step. It takes place in stages. In fact, rehabilitation counselors have identified 4 distinct stages, the 4th being full-blown addiction or dependency. For concerned parents, family...

Hi… This is DeAnna Salamone from VH1’s Rehab with Dr. Drew show. As of today I have 5 months sober off all mood altering chemicals. I am currently living at the Casa Nuevo Vida house in Cheviot Hills California. Seeing me in such a horrible state on where to buy...