Introducing myself...

[LisaHarvey7]

Hi everyone. I have lurked on this board when I just needed to see there were others out there like me...but now I'd like to introduce myself. My user name isnt my real name, my real name is Krys. Anyway, I am 30, I'm a mother to two amazing sons who are 13 & 2. I was taking Percocet, and when I couldn't get them I was taking Vicodin, which I couldn't stand.I decided to get clean and went to my first addiction doctor, and I have been off of my drugs of choice since 11/19/2010. I worked full time as a pharmacist, however, right now I am being a stay at home mom to my 2 year old, because I am not yet ready to go back into the world of counting pills for  living.  Looking forward to joining such a great community. Thanks

[dedicatedtostop]

yes welcome!! Your story is a huge motivation for me as I too struggle w the addiction to Lortab for a herniated disc. Seems like we have alot in common. I am a nurse, have a 3 year old and I am a stay at home mother right now as well. Like you, I am not quite ready to be back in that position. I was clean for 1 year, a wonderful year at that. 6 months ago I took 1 pill for my back and boom that was all it took. I could not live with it any longer and made the decesion it had to stop. I am 6 days in now and feeling much better. Can you share a little bit more of your detox period and how you made it through? Your motivation ect. Your story also shows that this Addiction can happen to ANYONE, It doesnt matter if we are Dr's Nurses, Pharm D's, Attorneys, teachers, Accountants.. you name it!
Welcome again, your story is so motivational to me

[sudie58]

hi Krys, its good to see you here, and great that you have quit! i also did a lot of lurking, it was what helped me to get clean, i didnt have the confidence to join then, but now its helping me to stay clean, so its been a life line for me, look forwards to seeing you keep posting, best wishes, god bless,  

[ImDONENoMore]

Welcome and congrats on quitting!!!  This is a great place for support and information.  Not sure if you're struggling with anything specific right now but it's always nice to see new members who have found their way out of this mess!  :)