Proud of Greg

I asked Greg if he would talk to a parent about Eagle Ranch Academy. I didn't know if he would be willing but he said that he would. I was so happy to hear some of the things he said. Like how before he left he didn't have a future, he would only think one or two days ahead, now he has a future and he can see it and is excited about it. He said that the month before he left he couldn't even remember it because he was so caught up in being defiant for defiance sake.

He shared his experiences, some of the interventions, some of the feelings and growth. There was not an ounce of resentment in his voice or in the stories he shared about his experience at Eagle Ranch.

As he spoke I thought of the love that the staff have for him and for us and I am so grateful that they are a part of our life. They all changed it forever. We all cried and laughed together and still will for years to come. I don't know what the future brings and I may not appreciate all of his choices, but I know now where the boundary is between me and Greg. We are two people with two lives. I pray for his and hope for his but I cannot live his. I can only love him unconditionally and if he chooses a path I would not choose for him, it is his life and his consequences will be his. However, for the moment I am thrilled with his choices and happy he is home.