I have been searching for a forum to find alumni from Swan Lake (85*87). I wanted to try and reconnect with some of my peers (Sober Peers). I am really shocked to see a website such as this. Everyone is entitled to there opinion in regard to TC's, AA or which ever way you choose to get sober. I am thankful to Daytop for many things! The most important, I finally got it! Yes, the tactics were harsh. But it could not have been any worse than being out there and being sick and tired.
I came from a great family. I had the world at my finger tips. But continued on such a path of distruction, like everyone else that has ever entered treatment. That path led me to Daytop and I came out on top and carried the tools that I needed to reach my life goals with me. I was the youngest person to enter Swan Lake at that time (17 going on 18). I met people that were not my reality and met people the will always be in my heart! I am sure there are many that are not straight, (still getting high)! I hope they find peace and happiness. For myself!! I am proud of myself, all that I have accomplished... love,faith, hope, children.
I met my husband in Daytop. He is my bestfriend, the best husband and father I could have asked for!!
We never lost sight of were we came from!! Just to make sure we do not go back.