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Welcome
In the beginning this website was created as a goal to educate children, young adults, parents, teachers within my community gain knowledge through the power of words. Time moves quickly, and as I move forward through this roller coaster of emotions; each new day brings new beginnings.
It was Friday, November 30, 2007 the day I lost my son to alcohol
addiction his unfortunate inherited disease along with one dirty jacket full
of pure heroin; (he did not know) despite his ongoing efforts to get away
from this addiction. Jonathan Daniel McEachern was taken from us, a child
gone too soon! Yes, a child gone too soon!
My son's journey ended, mine just begun.
Born December 26, 1986 My name is Vonna Contino Maslanka; I was born and raised as an only child in the state of Illinois, with my parents. I am married, and have 3 children. I am Jonathan's mother. I am also Self Representing Jewelry Artist and Lampwork Glass Bead Maker working out of my home; learning to heal through my art. Writing with my written words through blogging on the internet, helping within my community as I can, or reaching out to you. My hope is that we all will make a difference taking small steps together.
Knowledge is Power
this disease of alcoholism and drug addiction sees no color, no gender, no age, no income bracket, and it brings it's death to those we love.
Harsh words, and a story that should be told.
It is a simple matter perhaps, and it is in our back yard.
We were not taught to grieve as we grieve.
I will not tell you how to grieve.
Nor will I tell you to be thankful your child lived as long as they
did. I will not tell you that your feelings are not real.
I will tell you it just takes time to grieve, sometimes it takes a
long time, you are not alone. Inspiration can come from the tiniest morsel of human affection. I guess this leaves me with one crucial quest; can you conquer your dreams?
Jon McEachern, July 5th 2005 ©
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