Ohhh Leah, i just want to give you the biggest cuddle. You are such a beautiful, honest, brave and gentle person. Lukey would be so proud of you. 😔 There is such a strenth that shines from you. Happy Birthday and to 4 years in recovery too. I know it would have been a very hard Birthday for you. I really feel like you have just had your second 'shift' though.. where things just feel slightly more possible to get through. You are doing all the right things hun. I'm looking so forward to your video (or videos) about working in Treatment Centres. I really enjoyed this video.. and getting to know more about your backstory. You are amazing, Leah x ❤️🩹
Hi Leah, the plant stand looks great in your room. Congrats on your sober anniversary. Keep up the good work and please stay with it. It isn't hard for old habits to return but of your path has a direction and you stay with it you can conquer anything. Keep up the good work and keep on being you. You are a blessing for a lot of us followers of your channel. Stay well.
I’m glad you like the plants! I have way too many but I enjoy having them and Lucas really liked them as well. Thank you for all your support and encouragement 🤍🤍
@@paraguayandreams for sure, I’ll definitely share updates ! I’m finally on Christmas break. Time to relax and have time to heal without the stress of school for a few weeks.
Congrats!!!! Keep going Leah ❤ I went to treatment w someone who was there for ghb . It’s no joke. Happy birthday 🎂 you’re so strong, I know it probably doesn’t feel like it but we see it❤
Thank you. I just got out of inpatient to detox from buprenorphine. 100% sober - 32 days now - and moving forward. The passing of Lucas inspired me to get help. Have a good day!
Hi Leah, I am a friend of Grant’s and I reached out shortly after Lucas’s passing. I can relate too well with your loss. You are the only person that I know of that I can relate to. I lost my person on 7/8/22. I am really proud of you Leah! Happy Birthday and congratulations on your 4 years of being in recovery and staying sober as well!I’m really proud of your strength, courage and your ability to push aside fear and post very personal experiences to share. Your experiences will be another woman’s survival guide. ❤ I’ve watched your process and for some reason always JUST miss your live events. But, I just want to offer you my gratitude and appreciation for sharing. Kudos girl!! You are a very empowering woman!!! 🎉 😊 - Kelly
Hi Kelly, thank you for reaching out and supporting me through this tough time. Life is still a struggle everyday but I’m still here! I have been so busy and haven’t had time/motivation to upload any videos but hopefully will find some time now that I’m done with school. Thanks again for being so kind ☺️🤍
Great video Leah, really nice to hear your story. I'm planning on working in a treatment center also once I am finished with school so hearing about your experience would be great.
I highly suggest working at a treatment center! It’s so much fun! I still want to make a video about my experience working as a recovery specialist! What are you going to school for if you don’t mind me asking?
What a great double celebration Leah!! Happy Happy Bday and congrats on 4yrs sober!! Thats so incredible and I'm so proud of you. My nephew just celebrated 13mths sober and I'm so damn proud of him. He really struggled with multiple relapses and this is the longest he's remained sober in 6yrs. I'm so grateful that him and I have a special bond and its been like that since he was a toddler. Its nice that he's only about 50mins from me bc he was the first child that made me an Aunt. I have always tried to be an active role as an Aunt and grandma and its great adding those to my list of roles: mother, wife, daughter, sister and friend. Thanks for sharing your story Leah😊❤😊
I miss him too and none of us can really grasp how hard this is for you. Just know u dont get over it but you do learn to carry the grief. There are days that are heavy and days the load gets lighter. He will always have that big spot in your heart. 💜💚💜🫂
@@lifewithleahrue1247 I followed Luke,I was a pain patient on oxycontin for years.Leah prob over 4000 miles away we get your pain.We all want you to do well, people do give a damn.Stay strong
I’m glad you can relate! Im doing the best I can. Each day is different and some days are harder than others. Trying my hardest to focus on what’s best for me while sharing my journey along the way!
@@lifewithleahrue1247 I’m really proud of you. I know idk you but you’re showing immense strength. Keep your head up. And that’s awesome that you’re sharing here on YT. Never know who you’ll help along the way :)
@@haleyg6273 it takes a lot to share these things but like you said, it could help others so I’m all in. I couldn’t even have my picture taken 10 years ago and here I am making videos for the world to see. I definitely feel stronger but still lost at times.
Congrats on 4 years and Happy 28th Birthday!! 🎉 What treatment centers did you work at? I've been to New Beginnings in Waverly, MN twice in 2010 and 2011/12. I had good experiences there. I've also been to Fairview in Minneapolis which was kind of a joke for me but anyways happy to hear you're feeling even a tiny bit better. It's still so crazy to think Lucas is gone!
