Pubdate: Fri, 04 Oct 2002 Source: Abbotsford Times (CN BC) Copyright: 2002 The Abbotsford Times Contact: http://www.abbotsfordtimes.com/ Details: http://www.mapinc.org/media/1009 Author: Eric Myrholm FORMER POT ADDICT'S LETTER AN EYE-OPENER THE EDITOR: Thank you, Karen Kim McGregor, for your letter to the editor ['Addict says common sense should prevail in pot debate,' Times Letters, Sept. 27]. You will probably never know how many individuals you have educated and helped by your letter. Information from someone who has been there must be listened to and acted on. I am sure that your courage will help caring parents, grandparents and our community to make every effort in ensuring that our children and youth are protected from harmful, addictive drugs, including the dangerous and illegal drug marijuana. Your letter should encourage addicts that there is a possibility of turning their lives around and return to being a contributing member of our society. Many teens believe (in error) that marijuana is just a plant or not as bad as heroin or cocaine. Please think again. We must all take heed and protect our children from the possibility of easier access to this harmful drug. Eric Myrholm, Abbotsford - --- MAP posted-by: Jay Bergstrom