Addiction: A Mother's Story

by June Ariano-Jakes

“This book is a portrayal of one mother’s difficult and courageous fight against her son’s drug addiction. Through her struggles, the love and affection for her family shines through.

I highly recommend that any mother should read this, as it not only makes great suggestions, but also proves that we cannot lose ourselves or our personal power to the addiction. Sometimes we can easily be part of the problem instead of being part of the solution. Conversely, when things are not working, sometimes you have to be the one to change because the addict won’t.

It is a gripping story proving that one person can make a difference!”

~ DEBBIE HOLMES, Head Teacher/Career Mentor, Foundations Program, Surrey School District 36, British Columbia, Canada

“Brutally honest. Talk about a testament of a mother’s love!!!”
~ “Hello. My name is Jim. I am an addict.” ~

“Should be required reading in every high school everywhere. This is the real deal. I know, I’m an addict in recovery.”
~ “Hello. My name is Kevin. I am an addict.” ~

“I’ve known Junie and Nathan for almost twenty years. As an addict myself, I can tell you she shows love, compassion and respect for everyone. Whenever I see her, whether I’m clean at the time or completely fucked, she always treats me the same way. She gives me a hug and a message of encouragement. I love this lady.”
~ “Hello. My name is Stephan. I am an addict.” ~

“Raw. Powerful. June doesn’t tie things up in a pretty bow. ‘You’ve got to go there to know there.’ And she sure as hell has been there with her son. This truly is the story of addiction.”
~ “Hello. My name is Christine. The addict in my life is my husband.” ~