FENTANYL POISONING: Mason Holmberg's Story

Parents share the story of their son's descent into addiction, leading to death by fentanyl poisoning.
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[@capybaralvr]

It’s so unfortunate to see parents try their hardest to save their child. You guys did everything you could, it’s not your fault!

[@heathledgerlove96]

Facts!!!👏🏽 also your profile pic is boss!🤣😭😭😭👏🏽👏🏽

[@jeffbe7504]

@@evilspyke5760 thanks dr doolittle for all your astute imput. I can tell, you really know what you are talking about....everyone is very greatful for your astute insights.

[@capybaralvr]

@@evilspyke5760 Great people can fall to the addiction disease. Anyone can become addicted, and parents know their child more than a loser in youtube comments trying to be different for engagement. Get a life

[@joshuageorge7758]

@@capybaralvr He's just a troll, don't pay him any mind. I'm a recovering addict been off fentanyl since July 10 2019 and I attempted to quit several times without Rehab and was unsuccessful but my living family and friends got me into one of the best Rehabs in my area (around $30,000) and I was able to successfully make the change. So you're 100% correct, if paying and even the attempt to get them in rehab is doing everything you can because in the end you can't force someone to stop, they have to want to quit or it'll never be possible. God bless you. So much hateful and rude people nowadays, this new generation is lacking something in the brain.

[@elizabethmountain525]

My heart goes out to you. Sounds to me like you were both loving and caring parents. Our children grow up to make their own choices. You did the best that you could, no one should ever doubt that. I am sending you my deepest sympathy.

[@SuperFashionista11]

Unfortunately 😢😢😢I know exactly how you feel I lost my son MICHAEL March 6 2022 💔💔💔🙏🏻😞I had a nervous breakdown I’m on medication I didn’t want to live anymore he is a charming handsome sweetheart my best friend I got the call I just remember screaming I couldn’t breathe I was in shock yelling his name I’m still not ok I’ll never be ok thank God I have another son he’s such a good man no parents should lose their kids first it’s not natural I’m just a zombie no joy pray for me anyone who reads this 🙏🏻thank you ❤

[@marcihf217]

Praying

[@oceanblu8359]

Praying for you... 🙏

[@SuperFashionista11]

@@marcihf217 thank you 🙏🏻 😢😢😞

[@SuperFashionista11]

@@oceanblu8359 thank you 🙏🏻 😢😢😢😞💔

[@BigDiesel1989]

My condolences. May God touch your heart. As a person who lost a mother, I understand when you lose dear and near. You will be healed. You may not be the same but you will have peace.

[@Vkmmm379]

I pray for anyone that has an addiction of any kind.

[@zerozero9085]

Too often families get blamed for their young adults misbehavior, but as these stories illuminate, it happens in wonderful, caring, proactive families, too. So sad.

[@IhaveaDoghouse]

I know 5 people from my town of 5000 that have died to od's and sadly most were the ones who if I was asked in high school who I thought would possibly OD I could have named them then, and parenting has a huge play in it. Of course it can happen to anyone but don't dismiss the absolute fact that parenting plays a huge role.

[@internette7229]

Yes, my schoolmate dropped out of school and was soon found dead in his house from od. I knew his family. Not only were they affluent (they lived in one of the wealthiest towns in the US), his parents were very caring and engaging. And very supportive too. They accepted his sexual orientation, supported his dream, etc, etc. I think he had depression, right before he dropped out, which was from losing one of his siblings in an accident (Yes, his parents lost two children now). Also, this is not necessarily his case, but some kids from a caring and supportive families start drugs because of their peer group. Getting one shot under peer pressure can start everything. One. Shot. I don't have a child, but I'd be a little scared to have a child these days, to be honest. Being caring and proactive and teaching your kid that drug is bad helps, but they can't forestall tragedies like this.

[@megannoe2057]

It goes beyond "misbehaviors" and that's a small fraction of the stigmas this grieving family is hoping their story, their loss, their heartache will help break down. The disease of addiction is now backed by scientific evidence from years of research that chemical dependency isn't a moral lapse or a misbehavior, it's a disease. The average person can easily have a glass of wine or a beer but to a addict and alcoholic, a switch is flipped that's unexplainable, damaging, and life altering. The same goes for prescription medications that a new mother received after child birth or vicodin prescribed post operative after getting a gallbladder removed. That's all it takes for the dopamine receptors to over react and drive a deep ache inside that beats a person with cravings and desires to use mood or mind altering substances. A body, a brain, fighting against everything that person knows and who they are, how they were raised, their career, children, relationships and so much more, addiction doesn't care about anything except fueling the fire until you're ash and soot. I wish to God addiction was as simple as a misbehavior that can be corrected by negative consequences or cognitive behavioral therapy but, that's not what this evil disease needs to free of it's chains.

[@Lmshaw68]

@@megannoe2057 Very well said & thank you for your comment!

[@lelemurray5320]

@@megannoe2057 While I understand your points. I'd have to say that if you know there's a God. You know he's real. So you should know that scientists are not always right. However, the Bible is NEVER wrong. Ephesians 6:12 For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. Addictions are not diseases. They are choices. Being addicted to sex is a choice. I'm addicted to cigarettes but it's a choice. Being addicted to food is a choice. I used to be addicted to xpills and weed but it was a choice. I didn't need rehab or counseling. But I will tell you what I did need. I needed Jesus. Scientists, doctors etc are telling people it's a disease because they are making money off people by selling these lies of Satan. Causing people to spend millions of dollars on rehab when the person that has the addiction does not really want to change. When any person in this world wants to change something in their life Jesus is the only way. But God gives us a CHOICE. You were born into SIN but you have a choice. One thing I'd like to specify is that DEMONS are real. Satan is not a red dragon with horns like they teach us. Actually most of of the time he comes in peace. Think about the things an addict experiences when he/she is high. If even for a few minutes, days, or hours. They experience a high of peace. The type of high/peace that takes their worries away and causes them not to be able to think or make good decisions. The devil is after our minds. Through every type/form of addiction comes Satan. You can not tell me a person that is addicted to food, drugs, porn, cigarettes, sex, same sex, alcohol, lying, gossip etc has a disease. These are all choices. To call them diseases would be going against God's word. And since the word is God you would be going against him by spreading this false information. Just because man says it's accurate and acceptable does not make it right in the Lord's eyes. This is a lie causing a great delusion on people and turning God's people away from him making them think they have a disease so they can continue losing. But I tell you that any sin we commit in this life without repenting and living holy will lead us to hell when we die. A lot of people don't need counseling for addiction. Who can be counseled to be free from a disease? None. They need to be released from a demon/demons. Addiction is a demon. Not a disease. I advise anyone to read their Bible about this matter if they believe in the love/mercy/forgiveness of Jesus and to call out the enemy Satan spreading this false doctrine that being on drugs is a disease. It's mans word. Not Gods.

[@janewachnin5642]

My heart breaks listening to this and all the memories come flooding back. My oldest son struggled with addiction to heroin, fentanyl, and Xanax for over 5 years. He was in and out of rehabs and sober living arrangements, had serious legal issues related to his drug use, and survived 7 overdoses. He's been "clean" now for 3 1/2 years. What finally pulled him out it was with iboga and later ibogaine, neither of which are available in the US. It took two trips to Costa Rica, and one to a clinic in Mexico, followed by 7 months in a sober home on the Big Island (we live in Austin, but we had to get him away from the environment). In Hawaii, he found work as a carpenter, learned to surf, and turned his life around. He hasn't left the island since I dropped him off at the sober home in July 2019 with a few clothes and toiletries, handed him a $20 bill, and left him there-he didn't even have a cell phone when he started his new life, which was probably a good thing! The rehabs were expensive and didn't work for my son. We need more research on iboga and ibogaine, and they need to be available here in the US. Rest in peace, Mason.

[@nunezbetsy81]

Hi can I please have more information Im going through the same thing with my son and where in Hawaii you took your son ? We are now looking for a sober living facility we are in California

[@zeldadesantiago6974]

Why isn’t that ever mentioned I’ve never heard of it til now

[@1-daydecorating8]

I too was healed by iboga and ibogaine in Ecuador in 2009. I have never had the desire or cravings since.

[@saludosalsol]

I’ve never heard of that… interesting

[@frankboff1260]

Apparently Ketamine treatments can help with addiction and in Australia there are currently clinical trials of psilocybin, also believed to help with addiction. I had Ketamine treatment over a year ago for depression and physical pain. I haven’t been able to get it yet where I live now. Treatments like this should be available to everyone at minimal to no cost.

[@myfatcatelliott8840]

My daughter went down that rabbit hole in her first year of university and all I remember is being consumed by the desperation to save my smart and beautiful girl. I remember her counselors not being willing to talk to me or not wanting to tell me anything about her progress because “she was an adult“. She lied, she lied, and she lied it was the worst experience of my life watching my daughter who went from the honor roll to feeling out of not one but two universities. I am so so sorry for your loss, and I am feeling your pain viscerally. I am one of the very very lucky ones because my daughter finally pulled out of it. She’s now 24 years old, working full-time, engaged to a police officer, and although she appears fine and tells me she’s fine there will always remain a little voice in the back of my head petrified that she will go down that rabbit hole one more time and that this time I might not be able to pull her out. I wish you peace for there by the grace of God went I.

[@staceyholmberg]

So proud of your daughter!

[@a.m.thomas9366]

Well, my lady, WHY DON'T YOU PRAY ? There's power in prayer, tell God what scares you and pray in Jesus'name.

[@staceyholmberg]

@@a.m.thomas9366 I know I prayed hard every night and every day for my son to beat this disease. I continue to pray for all the other families dealing with this.

[@YoMama9021]

Keep an eye on her. An addict will ALWAYS be an addict regardless to who she’s married too and what her life might look like

[@pussy2goodpearson523]

@@YoMama9021 say that again just make sure she has the proper support it’s hard but it can be done I’ve been clean almost five years!!!!

[@genozuzek7401]

I broke my parents heart with my addiction. My mom killed herself in front of me when I was 28, brought on by the financial devastation of my using, and watching her sons become monsters. My dad told me I was dead to him, no real loss there, but man, I miss my mom. My brother and I have been clean for over 6 years... I don't know how we didn't die (technically, I died twice but was brought back). I miss you so much Mom, and I'm so so goddamned sorry. 😢

[@staceyholmberg]

Six years is a long time, congratulations!! I a sorry about your mom!

[@genozuzek7401]

@@staceyholmberg my mom gave me a sad beautiful gift when she died. To never have a bad day again. Cuz no day could ever be as bad as that day.

[@DionneLeslie1]

I'm deeply sorry for your Mom. Congratulations for being clean, am so proud of you. 🙏🏼❤️😇🙌🏼

[@MariaMartinez_07]

Congratulations on your sobriety, sorry for the loss of your mother. You continue the path your path of sobriety and your mother’s spirit and love is always with you even if she’s not here physically.

[@lineakristensen1821]

I'm so sorry to hear about your mom, that must be so devastating. I was pretty fucked up when I was younger and I could have easily died. Sometimes I feel like it's a miracle, thinking of where I was that I didn't die. I could have so easily broken my parents. I only thought about myself. :-( So it's not uncommon. Congratulations on the 6 years. Your mom is proud of you.

[@caveman4595]

When I was 13 and my brother was 11 my grandma made us promise her to never touch drugs. I've been offered every illegal drug you can think of at school, bars, nightclubs, BBQ parties, birthday parties, etc. I am 45 now and my brother is 43 and we have kept our promise thank you grandma love you. We have lost many friends over the years some died young others ended up in prison what a disaster this drug problem is. I wish the parents of this young man the best and may God comfort you.

[@a.m.thomas9366]

Continue to pray and pray ( in Jesus name ) for the ones who are not strong enough to resist the evil temptations.

[@_garebear]

Took just ONE serious conversation and look at the effect? Most of the most successful people I know have never touched an illegal drug in their lives.

[@longjohnny]

If you ever drank alcohol then you broke your promise.

[@nicolestern3829]

@@longjohnny which is why there’s a world of us who’ve never touched alcohol. Not everyone is a sleazy druggie alchie🤡

[@BaconNCereal]

drugs are awesome ... just test your shit lol

[@elainew2230]

It's not like the old days, you really can't experiment with drugs anymore. This is so true.

[@shap22221]

@@traybern jesus....read the room buddy

[@shap22221]

@@traybern Seek help

[@akc1739]

100% truth. If I did the stupid things now that I did back then, I’d be dead. Absolutely certain of it.

[@michealtorres8598]

The first time i tried pot was at a party. I was 14. That same night i tried cocaine. I tried cocaine then i tried crank. Then i tried lsd. All in the same night. In the morning i took valium to come down easy. Saying all that im not bragging. Its nothing to normalize or anything. But its not the 90s anymore the last decade for innocent recklessness.

[@michealtorres8598]

@@akc1739 we would do all these drugs and then go jump off pf bridges into the river or one over the lake at Ga/sc border. So glad i made it but wouldnt do anything differently. So much more fun than these kids have today

[@Butt--Head]

*"And there he was, that was our Mason, laying there dead" man that hurt me hearing that*

[@k9khodi363]

These parents weren't making excuses for their kid. Best parents I've heard on this channel. I'm sorry for their loss.

[@Madamegato]

I really haven't experienced many parents on this channel making excuses, honestly. Most of them talk about how much they loved their kids and how they simply couldn't do enough to save them from themselves. It's all so sad.

[@robinlove7638]

We lost our Son at age 35. Medical examiner said that Rick's death was accidental due to choking on a plastic water bottle cap. Tox was done and unfortunately he had fentanyl and meth in his system. My heart goes out to you and your family.

[@staceyholmberg]

So sorry you lost your so too!

[@chattingesque372]

❤

[@lindaamey3966]

Wow that’s insane. Omg how horrible glad you found out what it was. Biggest killer tiday sending u love from 🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🦋🦋🦋

[@christophermiller159]

💔💔💔

[@frantrujillo8798]

I’m a middle aged single woman who has never given birth to a child. I’ve watched many of these videos for this channel and they all have left me saddened but I have never teared up till this one. Absolutely heart breaking what this drug is doing to our children! 😢

[@frantrujillo8798]

@@ryanblanchard2508 Politics is not the answer for a hurting family nor is this platform the place to bring your politics! Who I voted for is no one’s business!

[@louern123]

you are obviously a very amazing human being

[@supercoolyguy]

@@frantrujillo8798 Hahaha. Nothing like the ole comment section.🍿 Poor Ryan, he meant well.

[@jackiepowell7513]

Damned cartels and poor policies. Secure our country!!!!!!

[@annrobinson7766]

My daughter died this year. Our priest said that it’s very difficult for parents, we have to stand back and watch our adult children make these decisions that end in tragedy for us all. 😢. Yep it’s still a nightmare as the lady said here.

[@michelleruffin6903]

Hugs and prayers ❤

[@jimparsons4312]

Sorry for your loss. I’m so worried about my son and grand daughter - I’m just waiting for the call

[@Coregame3]

God bless you and your family 🙏💔😢

[@mszs3913]

Very sad. Young girls getting into drugs and using their bodies to get it.

[@annrobinson7766]

@@mszs3913 it was prescribed drugs from her doctor

[@pm2886]

It's really important to state that alcohol and drug abuse in university, is not in any way "normal".

[@andied2510]

My oldest child has been addicted to meth for the past 4.5 years, since he was 16.5. He was raised in a loving home with no addictions or abuse. It's been torture seeing how addiction has changed him and his life for the worse. He just got evicted from a sober living home because he kept relapsing. We all tried so hard to keep him clean but to no avail. He's going to a long term rehab in 2 weeks. I pray it helps!

[@staceyholmberg]

I am so sorry you are going through this. I pray your son can beat this devil!

[@kathycollins446]

meth killed my oldest brother...he was a mine foreman...ex army 104 screaming eagles...he tried a meth pipe when he was 60 for the first time...he died at 67with cancerous tumors in every organ inside his body....meth is a killer and can be addictive from the first use...like heroine and to me even worse...my brother had a full military funeral...the va said meth eat him alive from the inside...my brother knew he was addicted and could not stop...he told my poor mama..."i will use it tili die...i cant stop"...well he was true to his word...he used til hospice took him over and from there til he was transferred to the va hospital where he died at age 67.... my brother was not stupid...but he did a stupid thing by trying the meth pipe...which ended his life.

[@oldwomanranting]

I hope it helps too. Addictions of any type is horrible. It will be part of your life forever.

[@chrisonloc729]

It’s crazy cause these stories show that no matter how much support and love your family has for you if you don’t wanna get better your not going to you gotta want it for yourself

[@Isaiah-Johnson0248]

Yea but Alot of these white kids are spoiled and spoon fed they get what they want and there use too getting a slap on the wrist it's All Love and NO Discipline that's why Alot of them end up in situations Like this taking the easy way out too deal with the pain and there family is going too give them the money because they Love them

[@chrisonloc729]

@@Isaiah-Johnson0248 shit I get that alot of these cases u can tell that and it’s crazy to me cause when I was younger the Adults in my life put fear in my heart regarding any type of drug use and I literally had uncles who did heavy drugs and seen the effects of that alotta these kids don’t have that same experience

[@carlmorgan8452]

HE WAS .......

[@JosannaMonik]

I don't think it's about not wanting it. I think it's more like the addiction is stronger than they are. IThey don't have the strenght to fight it.

[@mirjamweibel9678]

@@JosannaMonik its thé best feelign you ever felt. Every pain, everything Struggle, any trauma, all the cruelty in the World is gone if you take h. Never felt such a warm, cozy, loving feeling. Thats what makes h. it so dangerous.

[@VegasUnicorn]

My cousin scott died of an overdose - (alcohol and fentanyl) he was only 25. He lived a sad life. His parents were drug and alcohol abusers. Addiction ran in his family. Rest in peace to those young people who have died.

[@staceyholmberg]

I am so sorry to hear this.

[@christinadelviscio6664]

So sorry for your loss

[@beatricefaria-clendinning8943]

I’m so sorry you lost your cousin… I hope he’s at peace!… Keep strong❤️🙏🇨🇦

[@mexifaith]

My brother died at that age this year, taking a "happy pill" he was going through depression....it had fentanyl. At that time he had 2 jobs and wanted to go back to college. Very smart and dedicated ...he loved God and his family. I feel for y'all...we have to pray and take action. We need to be hard on drug dealers. I feel terrible cuz my mom heard the snoring sound before my brother passed. RIP Felipe Yehuda Silva and all victims of drug cartels and the system making kids depressed.

[@TexasPictures]

Thank you for sharing

[@staceyholmberg]

So sorry for your loss!

[@royharper2003]

how does the system make kids depressed?

[@williebeamen2x]

@@royharper2003 you are under the impression they can't? Are you in JrHigh?

[@christinadelviscio6664]

So sorry for your tragic

[@scarlettmartinmd9131]

I am so sorry for your loss. We lost our 22 year old son last year from a brain bleed. A box hit him in head when he was helping a friend move. He was such a great kid. God help us all!

[@virsapiensfortisest922]

I’m so sorry for your loss. Unbelievably heartbreaking. He died helping a friend 😭😭😭 I’m so sorry

[@scarlettmartinmd9131]

@@virsapiensfortisest922 we are heartbroken for sure. He was premed and just the best guy. God had bigger plans for him I guess. Thank you so much for your kindness.

[@tracey8698]

So sorry to hear that

[@christinadelviscio6664]

So sorry for your tragic loss of your son

[@scarlettmartinmd9131]

@@christinadelviscio6664 Thank you so much for taking the time to say this! God bless!

[@mauibuilder1239]

I lost my daughter to fentanyl poisoning two years ago. I feel the pain these parents are feeling. I never suspected she was even using this terrible drug. She passed away in her sleep.

[@NewYorkGirlieGirl]

I'm so sorry for your loss. 😢

[@susansandford4009]

God bless you and I hope your beautiful daughter is happy with the angels I live in Glasgow Scotland and I don't know if you can get fentanyl here but diasipam is a very big problem here they make ones here and it's got so much garbage in it my 2younger sisters died from it I don't know how people selling these drugs can live with themselves knowing its killing our family members and unfortunately its going to continue happening. I send my condolences to you and your family and I will say a prayer for all of you. Xxxx.

[@Neesie75]

So sorry for your loss ❤️🙏❤️

[@susansandford4009]

@Denise Porter thank you so much we lost them 2yrs ago 11months apart 😢 my mum died 4yrs ago unexpectedly and its really taken a toll on my dad 👨 I have 1 older sister now and we do everything we can for our dad I thank god for my neice and nephew and there kids who also make sure my dad is OK. I send my best wishes to you and your family 👪 ❤️.

[@christinadelviscio6664]

So so sorry for the tragedy loss of your daughter

[@elizabethd.7662]

Our family is in the thick of substance abuse with our daughter. It’s our worst nightmare. Watching these videos oddly makes me feel less alone. So sorry for their loss.

[@alicelong3613]

You are more than likely enabling her, parents usually do

[@gardenisfun8602]

Where does she get the money to buy it? If you could, move her to a tropical country, get her out of the environment will help with her rehab.

[@sharonfoster7674]

❤️

[@staceyholmberg]

I am sorry you are living this nightmare!

[@jamierosezappolo319]

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️to you

[@trialgoddess]

Mr. and Mrs. Holmberg are so courageous to share Mason's story. My heart breaks for them and their family.

[@lisamcilvainartpage8838]

My heart breaks for them🙏🏻❤️

[@MISNM0]

Echo 🤍🕊

[@gabrielleandrew542]

Have to agree ! These parents so courageous! Great parents

[@Litigator-4-life]

@@gabrielleandrew542 ❤❤❤

[@quinnlovescats]

The way the mom is clutching the pillow the whole time is breaking my heart 😢 she’s holding her baby tight. So so sad.

[@gordon3186]

*As a substance abuser, I once had a moment of clarity. I realized that craving my drug of choice wasn't something to be avoided but welcomed; it only meant I wasn't using.*

[@dawnpariseau4559]

I pray you get the right help you need hunny, your life matters.

[@deciasimms1797]

🎉in recovery, fentanyl was doc, and this is deep.

[@endlesspossibilities4852]

@@deciasimms1797 proud of you!!

[@rosalindamartin7079]

This is a Brilliant Moment. you gotta move moment to moment and it aint ez but it CAN work for you. 👍💌

[@gordon3186]

@@dawnpariseau4559 --- *Got it years ago. Thanks.*

[@benedictrix1421]

I feel so sorry for all these families..it’s so heartbreaking…Thanks to the parents and Texas Pictures Documentaries for sharing their stories. Everything must be extremely difficult to tell on camera.

[@joycesmith8354]

Sometimes you just can’t help your children, absolutely not your fault.

[@nancyfahey7518]

I hear you but we have to try.

[@brucegreen5781]

lol white lives matter⚪️🗑💩💊😂🥴😵‍💫😵

[@MISNM0]

Excellent post and wholeheartedly agree.

[@hnormizzle]

My brother died by the same little blue pill. This month makes 2 years without him. I watch these stories and I hurt for all of the families. Our loved ones were taken from us. They don’t deserve it.

[@christinadelviscio6664]

So sorry for your tragic loss

[@James-po6ib]

So sad in sorry to hear that they say they are formed to look exactly like a percasett I've been warning my kids about this stuff, don't take no pills, candy, dollar bills or anything they have been putting this stuff on just about anything

[@hnormizzle]

@@TOMVUTHEPIMP never heard of a perc 30?

[@hnormizzle]

@@TOMVUTHEPIMP Ah, so you just commented to be an asshole. Gotcha.

[@shap22221]

@@TOMVUTHEPIMP have you the slightest bit of empathy? why are you here if you are just going to spread hate? why are you even here at all if you "don't care"?

[@djdarrenrv]

I lost my nephew Jonathan june 2022 to fentanyl OD. he was 28 with a 7yr old girl, & a 3 yr old boy. He was my world, my adopted kid, my best friend. He didnt want to die. I am forever devastated & sad.

[@staceyholmberg]

I am so sorry!

[@MirjamsFitnessEmpire]

When his mom hold the pillow made out of his shirt it took my heart... I wish them only the best to talk about the loss and get the help they need. My Mom lost her brother through a car accident 32years ago. She never really coped with it and when she got 59 and her dad died it all came together. She is now in a bad state of depression and even with all the help she is not where she used to be in life...

[@nataliejones9651]

Mental health is very real. It can destroy our loved ones right before our eyes. I will definitely continue to uplift your family.

[@slayingthabullshyt6854]

@@nataliejones9651 So very kind of you,🙏🏽.

[@Nadia-bf7kn]

My heart breaks for these parents they tried so hard to save their son.💔☹️

[@j.k.hinneburg6331]

I lost my daughter in 2014, from this epidemic. I must say that, I know sharing your son's story isn't easy. You are making a difference, and helping others. The grieving never goes away, but you will learn how to live with it. My most heartfelt deepest sympathies go out to you guys, and I will pray for you. 🙏

[@staceyholmberg]

I am so sorry you lost your daughter! Thank you so much for kind words.

[@caroldry9262]

I’m so sorry. My son did drugs for years. I’ve set up all night hoping he would come home. Thank God he’s clean now and I’m so thankful. My heart brakes for you both.

[@Athena124]

The crack down on prescription pills had the opposite desired effect. No drug ever has even come close to the number of fatalities caused by underground fentanyl. My heart breaks for his loved ones. His parents did everything right.

[@anitakinnear6735]

Exactly.

[@MsSexyDiva4Lyfe]

Right, we went from one problem to the next! My sister is/was an addict and she was freely given hydrocodone for her medical issues. When they stopped, she went to the streets to buy "pills". She OD'ed several times and it's still a struggle. She's really in pain and there is nothing she can do to relieve it. She knows Fentanyl is in these street pills, but she's an addict and she can't stop.

[@Athena124]

@@MsSexyDiva4Lyfe I’m sorry. There has to be a better way. If the goal is to prevent loss of life and improve quality of life then they should give her legit pain medication.

[@gregorymalchuk272]

FINALLY someone who understands the Iron Law of Prohibition. The relatively fixed costs of trafficking that prohibition incentivizes the most potent drugs possible.

[@veronicapalmer1828]

This!!!!!!!

[@tanickasinclair7035]

You two did EVERYTHING that parents could possibly do. Loving loving parents.

[@intuitivediane]

I know. So sad.

[@smilesoftexas]

I am so sorry for the loss of your precious son. I too am a fellow SWT alum (class of 86) and I too lost my child to addiction. We lost our 28 yr old daughter to addiction last year. We are now raising her daughter who turns 4 next month. Addiction is ravaging families all over this country every single day. The rollercoaster of emotions that families ride, piloted by their addict child or loved one is brutal. They become someone unrecognizable and are controlled by this disease of addiction that controls every thought process, every motivation is hijacked by this addiction and we become hostages who want with our whole hearts to take away this pain. It ended for my daughter on October 24, 2021. She had battled addiction to heroin, prescription pills, just about anything but in the end, the drug she couldn’t quit is the one legal drug in our country: alcohol. She was a binge drinker for the last 7 years of her life. She had been warned 3 years prior that her liver was in the early stages of cirrhosis but if she never had another drink, her liver could still have a fighting chance. She had been in and out of rehab for years. Long periods of sobriety but never more than a year. When her baby was born, she stayed sober…for long periods of time. She was an amazing mother and she would have done anything for her daughter. Except quit alcohol. We believed she was sober. Right under my roof, she was sober….right? Then she moved into her own apartment. Her choice. She wanted to show us that she was ready. 6 months during the height of COVID. We were all isolating back then. 5 months went by and she wouldn’t let us come over. She sounded great. She looked well on FaceTime …but my mommy’s heart knew she was isolating for different reasons. Two weeks before she died she was admitted to ICU in a state of delirium. Liver transplant teams were contacted and she was rejected by every one in Texas. Because she was not sober. There was nothing anyone could do. The doctor told me she had two-six months to live. They brought her home into hospice. She died two days later. Thank you for sharing your story so bravely. The stigma of shame has to stop so families can find help. Addiction doesn’t discriminate. It touches lives across this nation. “I never thought it would touch my family” are words spoken every single day.

[@staceyholmberg]

Thank you for sharing your story with me. I am so sorry you lost your daughter. We have a huge problem in our country and you are absolutely right about changing the stigma. We are all so embarrassed to admit our children aren't perfect. We need to get more help for families going through this.

[@smilesoftexas]

@@staceyholmberg when my daughter passed away, I started hearing from other moms who had lost their children. It’s a club no one ever dreamed they’d be a part of and definitely not one we would ever have chosen. I belong to a Facebook group of parents who’ve lost their children to addiction deaths. I don’t go on there too often. I have to pace myself. There is so much suffering during your child’s disease and a different kind of suffering when they are gone. Big hugs to you. I hope you feel supported and loved during this time.

[@TexasPictures]

Thanks for sharing. We also have a private facebook group consisting of people who lost loved ones to fentanyl poisoning and addiction. The group is made up of people who have shared their stories in this series, as well as those who wish to share their stories. You're welcome to email me if you'd like to join the group at [e-mail].

[@smilesoftexas]

@@TexasPictures I will email you. Thank you Glen!! Excellent work you are doing!!!

[@albertawheat6832]

@@TexasPictures I too have lost a son to addiction...It's good to see you and your channel offer some form of support to those that survived it. Cheers from Canada.

[@karenbeaver5123]

This broke my heart. I am an addict in recovery, and I'm here to tell you that the cravings you get when trying to get off of opioid are overwhelming. And what makes it even worse is that they never stop. I'm so sorry for the loss of your son Mason. He was very fortunate to have you both. God bless you.

[@staceyholmberg]

Thank you for your kind words and way to go with your recovery!

[@paulaellis6242]

Stay strong, recovery works, just work it! It's soo hard, but worth it! Wishing you all the best!

[@jonitherrien7632]

Have you tried Suboxone? It helped me so much. I could not have got off opiates had I not found Suboxone

[@marisamartin3664]

It will lessen over time.

[@MoreBuffMoreMuff]

The craving will stop. Believe me. Stay strong. You got this.

[@Uplate992]

Seeing these gentle, loving people recount the tragedy of losing a child is almost too much to bear. I, too, cried watching this. Wish I could just give them a hug.

[@davisholman8149]

Same. People - please help us, this could be your child or your loved one, or close friend. THIS is why we MUST CLOSE THE BORDER! Please vote for those who support a strong border. Drugs are flowing over, many of the people coming here illegally OWE the CARTELS, they are killing Americans at an astronomical rate. Please think the next time you vote - it won’t stop it all, but a huge amount will be stopped. I live in Arizona & it is rampant. Three years ago, it was a much more controlled situation. DON’T ALLOW OUR COUNTRY TO BE TAKEN OVER, America. 🌵✌🏽🇺🇸

[@xana5649]

Liaaaaaar

[@heathachic]

You can truly feel this mothers pain and it’s heartbreaking. You never think it could happen to your own child. I can’t even imagine what these parents have gone through.

[@kgraham5820]

We lost my brother to the same thing... my mom died 49 days later. I wholeheartedly believe she died from a broken heart. She no longer had a will to live after his death.

[@staceyholmberg]

I am so sorry!

[@MISNM0]

💔🫂🤍🕊

[@murron20]

Mr. and Mrs. Holmberg, if love could save a child, I know that your son would be here with you today. The care, commitment, and understanding of your son's challenges are so evident, and you did everything that parents could to save him. So very sorry for your loss.

[@briantophyk5221]

My best friends son died from a Fentanyl overdose two years ago. It’s was, and still is,devastating ! My heart aches for the Holmberg family.

[@piajensen3223]

We lost our son in law last week . My daughter found him in the room already cold. Very very devastating.,

[@strongheartwoman1931]

@@piajensen3223 Oh dear heart, I am so very sorry for your loss! Keeping your family in my prayers.

[@piajensen3223]

@@strongheartwoman1931 thank you

[@MISNM0]

🤍🕊

[@Gaetano.94]

Poor parents. Stopped injecting fentanyl in September 2020. Didn't want to leave my family and my fiance behind. I'm loving life.

[@staceyholmberg]

That is wonderful!

[@therealdachshunddjangosmom]

It’s exactly like what the Dad said: you don’t do them anymore to get high, you do them just to be normal! That’s addiction!!! I am terribly sorry for your immense loss❤

[@kimberlylane2007]

Coming from a DOPELESS HOPEFIEND with 457 days sober, you did everything right. It took me several times until I WAS READY, to finally get it right.. everyone can want sobriety for an addict BUT the addict has to want it MORE!! I've lost too many friends and 2 family members to overdoses, this is the worst epidemic EVER!! Prayers to all affected by addiction... WICH IS ALL OF US! It trickles down into society affecting EVERYTHING!!!

[@staceyholmberg]

Congratulations on 457 sober! That is amazing!

[@kimberlylane2007]

I lost my 27 year old daughter to an accident 6/3/21. There is NOTHING worse than losing a child! I did find out 2 weeks ago I'm going to be a Mimi❤️prayers to you and your family!

[@pamelaphelan4144]

My prayers are with you all. 🙏❤️ I’m on Suboxone and I am 68 yrs old. I have fought opiate addiction for more than 20 years. I understand your pain. Y’all seem like such loving and wonderful parents. Remember… Addiction doesn’t discriminate. You did all you could as parents. May he Rest In Peace ☮️

[@liMe-leMon]

@ Pamela Phelan • I have questions if you don't mind...

[@slayingthabullshyt6854]

Congratulations, I’m 2 yrs clean 2/15/23. Praying 🙏🏽 for your continued success. Zubsolv works for me.

[@ryankoza7584]

Sub isnt "clean"

[@fatbottombiker3038]

Say what you want about Suboxone but it has given my life back to me. I am in therapy as well as taking Suboxone. I am down to 2mg strips per day and so excited because I can see the end of this mess. God bless these parents and every single person in this fight.

[@jonitherrien7632]

I was on Suboxone also. All people are not going to agree on Sub but it saved my life also. Then I went to 6 months of subutex injections, I think it was called that. Then after my last shot I had no withdraws at all. Been off everything for 2 years. I’m also in my 60s, 66 yrs. My addiction to opiates lasted 10 years along with out patient rehab and counseling. I kept reading negative things about Suboxone but I knew if I didn’t stop taking vicodin or norco I would accidentally overdose because as we know the longer your on them the more it takes to achieve that numbing of life which is why we use it. Or at least I took them to numb my feelings for things I went thru in my past. I do not ever want to go through that again. The using, the getting of more pills when you run out of your prescription from your Dr. Then I felt like such a looser. My Dr said addiction has no boundaries. He said he has all types of people from all walks of life, judges, Drs, firemen, teachers. Help is out there. Don’t feel shame for getting help. It will keep you alive. These days you cannot get pills from other people because they are laced with fentanyl. My addiction was in 2000’s to 2010 god Bless all of you and please get help

[@alonyasmith1221]

I’m so very sorry for you loss. This is heartbreaking. Thank you so much for sharing Mason’s story ❤

[@04shortbus1]

My mother left october 1st 2022, from a overdose, I remember being a kid and being excited to spend the day with my mom, I remember her for the great mother she always was, I wish she would of got better but god called her home for a reason. If anyone sees this struggling with addiction just know you’re a beautiful soul, and you can do anything you put your mind to trust me, don’t let that evil take away the beautiful soul you all have ❤️

[@tonystephens6858]

I am so sorry for your loss. We parents try to do everything right and work within the system. My son died of fentanyl laced heroin two years ago after being released from the hospital. He had been in the hospital for four months for pneumonia and pneumonia related illnesses. Part of his treatment in the hospital was pain meds. When he was released from the hospital they cut him off the pain meds and suggested he take some pain management classes. Those classes were useless. He should've been taken off the pain meds gradually instead of cold turkey. He found other ways to deal with his pain and it killed him.

[@staceyholmberg]

That is horrible! I so sorry!

[@KingdomWithin7]

It's even sadder the fact that he looks just like the mom😭🙏 I can only imagine her pain😔

[@LoriWolfeRealtor]

I’m sorry. We are dealing with heroin (Fentanyl) addiction too. It’s everywhere… Detox, rehab and sober living for my adult daughter. It’s so very scary. Thank you for sharing Mason’s story. I shared it with my daughter. I’m so sorry for the loss of your son. Sending my prayers for you and all Mason’s family and friends 🙏 ❤ Rest In Peace Mason ❤

[@staceyholmberg]

I am so sorry you are living this nightmare! I pray your daughter can beat this demon. We are trying to start a foundation to help families that are dealing with this.

[@stitchlilo01]

Wish you and your family all the best. God bless you!

[@cynthiahusband106]

You both are wonderful parents you helped him so much , you did all you could , it’s the difficult thing in the world to lose a child , my parents lost their 2 sons ( my 2 younger brothers ) I had a pysch dr that saved me , I hope you find peace with your horrific loss , it’s devastating . God bless you both , you did everything you could -peace and love to your son , I pray you both find peace someday RIP to Mason.

[@Felicity2121]

Why did you put Fentanyl in brackets? Fentanyl is a different drug to heroin or morphine.

[@kristicottrell3363]

My son is battling this as we speak ... I'm so afraid this will happen! 😥😥😥

[@iselasotolongo6695]

My heart is aching for these parents.

[@SnippetsBB]

Blessings to these parents. It's the first time I realized that it's not always parents to blame. Their son's compliant demeanor affirms he was not rebelling against society or parents. Coping with life is not easy for all. The parents are such wonderful people.

[@intuitivediane]

Yes so sad. They tried. Truly shows the evil of addiction.

[@Livinglife595]

Oh gosh this is so upsetting. More than upsetting. I’m a 65 yo grandma of 13 going through withdrawal from morphine that I was given for a back operation. It’s depressing and hellish. I feel for you parents of Mason. 🙏

[@gardenisfun8602]

Why did doctor give 13 years old that much morphine to the point that leads to addiction?

[@matthewcrome5835]

I wish the best for your recovery!

[@chickenlittle5095]

Hey Pamela. Have you looked into subs? It may be an option if you have been on morphine for an extended period.

[@Livinglife595]

@@chickenlittle5095 no. M’y doctor is following me every two to three weeks and hasn’t mentioned it. Normally in about two weeks I will be off it I hope. I don’t want to replace it with anything. I’m pretty well supported by my husband and children. But Thankyou for your concern

[@chickenlittle5095]

@@Livinglife595 sounds like you have a great outlook, Dr and a supportive family which a lot of people don’t have! Just be upfront if you start to feel like you are having issues and my best wishes are with you ❤️

[@sharosmith]

They become masters at lying and being deceptive. I’m so sorry for your loss. My son is still alive and has been in and out rehabs, has had stretches of sobriety, but he’s never stopped completely. It’s heartbreaking but they’re responsible for their own decisions. I learned to love him from a distance but it never gets easier.

[@megaton8184]

I pray your son find the light to life. And leave that evil drug alone. And yes parents gotta stop beating themselves over their grown child mistakes.

[@sidstovell2177]

No one understands what true addiction is like, except other addicts. From what I'm seeing, it's rare for people to get straight and stay straight. There needs to be research into reaching those receptors in the brain that can stop that unbearable craving. It won't come in my lifetime.

[@damotheman4196]

​@@sidstovell2177 I'm beginning to believe that's true too, Sid. But what do we do? We can't keep telling ourselves it's impossible because it's hard enough mentally as it is.. Never mind thinking it's impossible. (Ik what you mean though..not being argumentative or anything)

[@intuitivediane]

What a great cousin. Telling the parents. He needs to really receive great praise for that. What a wonderful gift. These poor parents they did their best.

[@stellaboudreaux2199]

Lost my son this time last year to fentanyl. I hurt so for you both.

[@staceyholmberg]

I know your pain and am so sorry!

[@genozuzek7401]

Opiates took my mom, and almost took me. What does the survivor of a plane crash say to his deceased passengers families besides, "I'm so sorry, I don't know why I'm alive... But I won't waste it?"

[@tj6930]

Thank you parents for sharing your stories. Your son’s story of who he was, and that he is just like my son.

[@nancyansbro3317]

This so has been our family. I found my son numerous times near death. The last time I literally whispered in his ear if you can fight , please fight to live. He did . The ambulance came and took him to the hospital. These are our smart, kind and loving sons. they just get lost along the way.

[@danielleterese402]

So heartbreaking 💔. I am in recovery, I was in active addiction for 15 years. The last year I started using heroin, and I prayed every morning that I wouldn't make it through the day, because I was so tired of struggling & not being able to stop. Until, I was the victim of a very violent s*xual assault by the person I got my stuff from, & passed me off to his friends. I left that night and said I'd never use again. Tomorrow will be 9 years since that happened & I've been sober ever since. I was very lucky. I had just missed the fentynal hitting my area by literal months. W/In 5 months of me getting sober, 3 friends died of am overdose because the drugs were laced with fentynal. My heart goes out to those who are struggling with addiction, & the families that love them. ❤️

[@staceyholmberg]

I am so sorry that happened to you! Congratulations on your sobriety!!

[@danielleterese402]

@@staceyholmberg thank you very MUCH Stacey ❤️💜 My heart goes out to you, & your husband, my dearest condolences for your terrible loss❤️❤️ Lots of love, & BIG hugs to you!!!

[@eridanycampos4177]

My brother passed the same 😞 this pain will never go away

[@staceyholmberg]

so sorry!

[@cheyanneculp249]

my heart just hurts for this family. i lost my youngest brother on October 08, 2022 to the same thing. He passed away on the morning of his 20th birthday. praying for your family.

[@staceyholmberg]

So very sorry!

[@lisawright9626]

So very sorry for your loss it’s a parents worse nightmare.

[@wildnkarafree]

I am so sorry so very sorry. I still have my son, but my/his story is so similar. Thank you for sharing this. It's been 7 years of ups and downs. It went from opioids to xanax, then snorting heroin. Then fentanyl hit the streets and it's a whole new ball game. No more tough love, because that would mean instant death if he left the house in despair. We've revived him 4 times now with Narcan, it's always by my side. I can't express the pain and fear when you find your child unconscious and not breathing, grey in color. I have ptsd.. I heard the same strange breathing sounds, a couple of the times otherwise he would be gone. It's sickening now, that the US refuses to help Americans. Especially since it was big pHarm, here that started this! Narcan should be free at every drugstore, at every Drs office. it is NOT, and you have to sit around waiting on them to fill a prescription. Rehab should be free as compensation for what has been unleashed on the public.

[@bossjean6685]

🙏🏾

[@myzacky96]

I can feel your pain when you talk Mom, my heart goes is with you

[@brandip77]

I just hate drugs. To see and hear what these poor families go through. It’s heartbreaking. God bless and comfort these families who are left, trying to pick up the pieces.

[@k.r.murphy4301]

I hope people can someday understand the impact of anxiety. Opioids do make a person Less self-conscious and they are everywhere. I am so sorry for your loss.

[@christimecarmona6810]

This crap is happening more and more! RIP young one! God Bless his family and friends. ❤

[@LindysEpiphany]

This story was told really well. My heart breaks for this family. They did everything right but in the end the addiction was stronger. RIP Mason.🌻

[@MP-fk9em]

One of the saddest things about this story is that we are hearing it more and more. Names change but the absolute devistation is the same. Addiction is horrific and I don't know anyone that has not been affected by it. God bless this mom and dad for sharing such a terrible loss, I pray that your words and bravery will help someone else.

[@bdlimea7018]

My nephew is currently living on the streets using Fentanyl. He's 22yrs old. He was a great football player in high school and had colleges scouting him. Got good grades. Never in any trouble. My brother has tried everything. It's terrible. I am so sorry about Mason. 😓

[@staceyholmberg]

I am so sorry. I pray for your brother and your nephew!

[@bdlimea7018]

@@staceyholmberg Thank you so much ❤

[@kg8046]

It’s always the mom who finds them. Breaks my heart.

[@andrellsmith9083]

I hope I never have to endure this, my condolences. I'm glad I've said no to drugs, I'm 50 now and I hope my kids and g babies does the same. Be safe and good luck all.

[@bekind458]

Huge respect to the family for sharing this devastating story. For people like me in the UK it really is heartbreaking hearing so many stories like this. It's desperately upsetting seeing on the news each day so many of America's children being killed by drugs and guns. Our hearts go out to you all x

[@CDN1975]

Condolences to Mason's loved ones. Witnessing a child in addiction and not being able to help them is torture. Heartbreaking.

[@godschild7643]

My deepest condolences on the loss of your wonderful son. Your story will help others. It was not your fault.

[@metamorphosis9671]

My most sincere condolences to this family. I also lost my only son to Fentanyl in August 2022; he was twenty-six years old. May God comfort all who are mourning like only He can! 🌬🕊

[@staceyholmberg]

I am so sorry for. your loss. Hugs!

[@lauriewilson4741]

So sorry

[@lauriewilson4741]

@K.M.V S even health care workers and police are at risk just by contact

[@ayashemonet1209]

I just lost my son on 12-19-22. He was my only child. He was also 26. I am so broken and lost. I love him so very much. This pain is so unbearable. I don't know what to do. I miss him so very much. He is my everything. I keep asking why but i dont get any answers. I don't know how to live without my baby. I truly hope God takes me so I can go be with my baby again.

[@lauriewilson4741]

@@ayashemonet1209 I understand. I have a friend that lost his 22-year-old son and he said he prays every morning for God to take him. And I don’t know what to say to him except fight.

[@pattibelcher2659]

I am so so sorry for your loss. My nephew passed away last summer from the same thing! It is a horrible drug being given to young people and adults! My nephew was 33 years old. Again I am Sooooo Sorry 😢!

[@staceyholmberg]

I am so sorry!

[@burthuffman2802]

These are so hard to watch. The parents are the ones who suffer the most. I feel so sorry for the family.

[@JohnFKennedy420]

Thank you for sharing this. I love the 10-15min ones. I would watch this family speak for an hour if I could. I hope they can find peace and healing ❤️

[@susansandford4009]

It's devastating I lost my younger sister 2 and a half way ago and 11 months later my youngest sister passed away both of them from drugs It's a horrible so sorry for the loss of your beautiful son I hope he gets to meet my sisters and they are happy. Xx

[@kpbythesea]

🙏🏼🙏🏼💔🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@Heidi-zr5wb]

So sorry 💔💔💔Prayers for the loved ones.....

[@GabiRuska]

I am shocked by this channel. These people... If I knew them, I would never have thought that they did drugs. They seem so happy and healthy. God bless us living in this crazy world.

[@brianlong9566]

So strong for speaking about this. Prayers to this family

[@yumi5885]

I felt the pain. So sorry for your loss!

[@michaelkrawczyk6715]

I'm so sorry Momma, so much pain...my condolences dad...so brave of both of you to share this terrible tragedy...

[@serenethoughts921]

Sincerest condolences for your loss. Your son is at peace now, although it’s hard for you. He’s not suffering with addiction any more. May God Bless and comfort you.

[@AzDesertFoxx]

I hope they don't blame themselves for their son's death. They did EVERYTHING they could to help him. Some people you just can't help, or save.

[@katieelizabeth3083]

In 2010 I was in a really bad car accident. Broke my neck, back, ruptured spleen, etc. At my worst I was on a 100mcg fentanyl patch, OxyContin as well as fast acting oxycodone. I had my 17th and final back surgery in 2018, my pain was significantly better and my doc decided in 3 mo to completely stop prescribing opiates. He asked if I was brave and could I just get off after 8 years of heavy opiates. I’m a first responder so I’d dealt w my share of OD and was fighting my own battles because the cravings got so incredibly awful I finally found a methadone clinic, I was allergic to suboxone. But getting clean and letting your brain heal is the way to go instead of ignoring your opiate receptors and braving it out. I tried that for 3 mo on nothing and was going crazy. You either get dope sick or you crave and a lot of people turn to the streets because doctors won’t prescribe pain meds anymore. I overdosed 3 times before I went to rehab, because I thought I was going crazy before I new about suboxone clinics or methadone. That’s the way to get clean, a lot of people think they can just quit but your brain needs to heal. I wish this young man would of had more options to help through the cravings. Sadly this kind of thing happens a lot. The snoring respirations are bad because that’s what happens before someone stops breathing altogether. I wish he would of had help w suboxone until his brain healed :(( I lost my first son at age 5 from leukemia so I know what it’s like to lose a child. Don’t ever be afraid to ask for help, even if it is suboxone sand methadone. It’s so tightly monitored you can’t mess up or take to much esp when you are on daily dosing. My heart goes out to you both. It’s cruel when a parent has to bury their child, esp w something that was avoidable. Meetings, AA, NA work for some but opiate addiction is no joke and getting dope sick is awful. I hope someone learns from watching this story that this doesn’t have to happen, and there is a lot of help for something like this. My condolences to your family and may your son rest in peace ❤

[@TexasPictures]

Thank you for taking the time to share this.

[@kpbythesea]

Thank you for sharing. Your post was really sincere and very informative. Congratulations on your sobriety!!!

[@karenomara1828]

I am so very sorry for the loss of your beloved son, Mason. You did everything possible to help him and Fentanyl is the worst drug ever and unfortunately he didn't know what he was getting...we must stop the Fentanyl coming into this country...

[@lawrencenodarse3090]

This video should be shown in high schools everywhere. What she says at the end-- that's it's not like the drugs when my generation was growing up-- is so true. This generation can't "experiment" like previous generations did. Even the marijuana is different. I also think this is a powerful video for teens to see because I don't think they really understand what a kid abusing drugs does to his/her parents.

[@susanrodgers9222]

I lost my brother to meth. My friend is going through the first anniversary of the death of his son this weekend. He blames himself because he got home late and his son wasn't breathing. He was on bodybuilding steroids and had started drinking heavily too. Prayers for your family.💜

[@megaton8184]

Honey god work in mysteriously ways. Your friend son knew what time to get high while dad was out. And now your friend is beating himself up and drinking like fish over something his grown son decided to do. Parents gotta learn to accept that their child is grown and they can’t babysit them forever and blame themselves for every time that their child made a bad choice.

[@nitamay3534]

I'm 55 and live in chronic pain and I'm scared that a doctor will accidentally give me that drug,I pray God gives this family peace that surpasses all understanding.

[@anitakinnear6735]

If you get your medicine from a pharmacy, you’re okay.

[@nicolestern3829]

Try not to be addicted. I had hand surgery the worst pain in the world when they asked me if I wanted a prescription, I said no thanks I’m good with my Advil. Just doubled up on Advil and power through. Don’t become a slave to medication‘s people. No one used to get these prescriptions before, we all lived….

[@k9khodi363]

A doctor cannot prescribe street fentanyl. My dog had a fentanyl patch after surgery, he didn't get addicted to drugs after having a fentanyl patch. I've had morphine for pain in the ER, all it did was stop the pain like taking a naproxen. I would not have asked for it but I was screaming and came in on the ambulance, so I didn't have a choice. I've had Vicodin prescribed, took one, had horrible nausea, fell asleep and only took another years later when I had a torn cornea. Life is scary and painful - drug addicts are people who can't face the horror of reality.

[@kristenjensen2589]

My heart just breaks for all parents going through this. Listening to Mom's last words, I feel the soul of our nation is rotting out and draining away...

[@juliahelland6488]

Thanks for sharing this! 💯 ❣️ No family should have to go through an addict's death. It's not your fault! Some people have traits that make them more vulnerable to addiction. My mother died at 44 from alcoholism. No matter how hard I tried to convince her to stop, even her completing inpatient treatment, she just couldn't quit. I hope you can find peace.

[@WorldOfNicky]

For people who aren’t parents… you have to realize… when you see your baby laying on the cold, metal slab… you see the image of your son or daughter wrapped up tightly in the swaddle you brought them home from the hospital in when they were born. Where they now lay without a pulse, you remember the nights they were fast asleep next to you, small enough to lay their head in the crease of your arm as you stroked their hair… and the eyes that remain still, we’re once vibrant with life and color. Drugs are so unfair. As someone who is not only a mother of my son now after years of trying and losing every time, but someone who has first hand experienced the horrific affects of drugs in my 20s… along with my sons father, my husband… I PRAY EVERY single day that I don’t lose my baby when he grows older. It’s my worst fear. I am so sorry that drugs took your baby from this world. He was such a handsome man. ❤ Sending you both love.

[@freereinartstudio1463]

My heart is breaking for you over the loss of your son. So tragic! I am gaining new insight into addiction & recovery listening to your story and so many others. I am certain by sharing these painful stories you are saving lives. The love for your son is so evident.

[@texastoast5202]

As a former addict, I can tell you that having an opiate addiction is an affliction i wouldn't wish on my worst enemy. It never goes away. Once you're addicted, you will always want that warm blanket opiates give you. I've had several alcohol friends that recovered from alcohol that tried opiates and would say they are way better than booze.

[@aGrapeInUtero]

“You can’t experiment like we could when we were kids” really good point

[@gogreen7794]

Oh, I think people still died from using drugs back in the day. Maybe not from taking one pill, but many died or certainly messed up their lives. It was never harmless and always had the chance of unfortunate circumstances.

[@lisalayne4335]

Drugs have destroyed so many lives and I hate them. So heartbreaking for these parents. I’m so sorry for your loss.

[@thompsonsmith3256]

Hello Lisa How are you doing today?

[@alwaysblake148]

These parents are so articulate in describing the loss of their beloved son. These are parents who were involved and had open communication with their son. As they take us through their ordeal, we get to know them and Mason as real people. The father's summation at the end is extremely powerful. His quiet statement cuts to the bone and might change those who truly need to listen to him.