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Dear Tammy and all my dear friends here on the board, It is truly heart-warming to know that you all care. Yes, here in Israel we are going through really difficult times. Last night the atmosphere was quite different, it was almost jolly. I know that sounds strange, but we know here in Israel...

Michelle Nathan, I can't give you advice because I haven't been through all that you have, but I wanted you to know that when I read this, I felt your pain so strongly. I too have a son who took us through a lot of stages, but it wasn't as extreme as what you have described. I haven't written...

OMG lms, $$6,000!!! Amazing. I hope you really enjoyed losing it all, and having a good time while you do so. I don't understand why your dog gets your glasses and tears them up. I never heard of a dog doing that!! Anyway, we are doing OK here. Crayola asked whether we are safe: Yes, so far...

Dear Nandina, I am so, so sorry for your loss. Love, Esther

Hello all! Sorry I haven't written sooner. I appreciate everyone's concern. Lovemysons, I'll try to answer your questions. The oldest one is OK. He comes home about once a fortnight for a couple of days. He's got five children (oldest one is 10, youngest one is one and three months, he got...

I'm so happy to be back. It feels like coming home to my family. Love, Esther

P.S. I have to update my details: I am 78 today, so it is all six years old. The main differences are that to date we have 39 grandchildren, 6 of them married, and 12 great grandchildren. And Oriel has been living back here in Israel for the last five years.

Hurrah! I managed to log in. I must have done something wrong previously. Anyway, here I am, and I was able to read (just not to write) and it was so heartwarming to see all your posts and your concern. I see that Lovemysons has actually given you my information. So I will just tell you, it is a...

Dear Brokeninside, Copa is right -- some of us whose children detoxed in rehab have moved on. But I do actually come here almost every day and see what's going on. I just don't feel the same need to write any more. Let me just tell you: Hang in there. My son was in Australia for 9 years and we...

LMS, that is such a beautiful tribute to Jarod. I have no words. Just send you a big strong hug. Love, Esther

What a relief! I am so pleased for you. What a horrible experience this has been. Love, Esther

I am praying for you, Nomad. That it will be over soon. Love, Esther

I've just read through this whole thread. Nomad and Busy, I know what I have gone through (and still go through) with my son is nothing compared to what you two have gone through and are still going through. But I wanted to say to you that my heart is aching for you. And that I think it is...

Nancy, I remember you from way back when. Your post is so comforting. I know it won't end up so well for many of us (my dear son is still not settled, although he has been "clean" for three years now). I find it so painful that I just can't write about it these days (he's 35 now). But you went...

Oh LoveMySons, both your eulogies have brought tears to my eyes. Your J obviously inherited his way with words from your husband, who spoke so eloquently, and also from you, who always express yourself so directly in touch with feelings. I feel devastated by your loss, and pray that you will...

Very very dear LMS, I am so dreadfully sorry. You have been an amazing mother to your son, time and again supporting him and bailing him out, and trying again, and again, to help him. Thank heavens you have a wonderful family, and you are so close to his three children. I pray that God will...

Well, dear LMS, you and your husband have done more than everything to help your son time and time again. It seems to me that your instinct as a mother is what guides you always, and this time I am sure you have made the right decision. It must have been hard at the time but it sounds to me as...

Dear Susie, I am so very sorry for your loss. You have been a great daughter and you couldn't have done more for her. I am glad it was peaceful. I was with my father when he died and although it was painful for me, it was a truly peaceful experience. May you find comfort in your good memories of...

Very dear LoveMy Sons, Every time you write telling us about another development, I am in awe of how your reactions, your knee-jerk reactions, are always spot-on. What I mean is that telling him how you felt at that very moment was obviously just the right thing to do for you at that time...

Susie, I'm thinking about you and praying for your mother. Sending you a big hug. Love, Esther