73, Copenhagen Snuff

Valerie's dad died from an overdose when she was 14. Her parents were divorced and she had just been dropped off from a visit with her dad not long before she got the call, finding the police on the other end of the phone instead of her father.

Valerie spent years battling addiction following the loss of her father. She has traveled a rough path, but counts her blessings today as she celebrates 3+ years of sobriety. She attributes her sobriety to the Grace of God and the support and love of her family.

Valerie now knows it's important for her to do things that keep her mind busy and to preform selfcare, such as meditating, prayer, a long shower, or excercise.

Valerie invites anyone that may have struggled with something similar to her to approach her for advice and friendship, as that's what she needed when she was younger.

Valerie's advice to her younger self:

There could always be a worse situation, so just be grateful for what you have.

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This is a Back Home Media production, recorded and produced in Phoenix, AZ.
Additional production and music by Ian Releford.

Music by Colen Lococo and The Revolving Birds.

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