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
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