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| Name: | Valerie Burton |
| Comments: | I wish for my son to find love, peace and self acceptance within himself so he can grow and see the amazing person I see that he is. |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Other |
| Name: | Terry L. Lavell |
| Comments: | I have a friend at Freedom Ranch and I am oh so grateful for that! Doug Jones, you ROCK! I am praying for you every chance I get!
I thought the next time I would see Doug would be to identify the body; "Mr. Lavell, do you recognize this strung-out dope feind?". That was what I expected. I was so overjoyed to hear my friend's voice on the phone telling me he had found recovery. We have been friends since I was 15. We did EVERYTHING together. Shared dope, girlfriends, hell! we even shared moms! The only person I have known longer than Doug is my brother, and Doug and I are closer than that! However, when I got into recovery I had to leave him behind and just hope and pray for the best. Now I know there is a God and it's not me. Thank you God. Thank you AA. Thank you Doug for the best gift ever! Your brother forever, Terry |
| Who are you?: | Other Recovering Person |
| How did you find us?: | Search Engine |
| Name: | Eva |
| Comments: | My nephew came to the Freedom Ranch today. I know that we will not be able to see him for some time. I am thankful that he found your place and wish the best to him. I love him very much and know him as a gifted and loving man. Thank you for your support. |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Just Lucky |
| Name: | Nicolas |
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| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Sidney Bradley |
| Who are you?: | Other Recovering Person |
| How did you find us?: | Other |
| Name: | Ryan Martinson |
| Comments: | My best friend, Greg Russel is currently a part of the Freedom Ranch program. I'm glad that there are programs like this one to help him get his life back on track. If Greg is reading this, stick with it buddy! I'll see you on the other side. |
| Who are you?: | Just Looking |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | shellee mcdougal |
| Comments: | I hope and pray that your teachings will reach my nephew Christopher Krall's
heart, the way you reached one of my best friends Kenny Goodner some 7 years ago! |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Other |
| Name: | Tony Mighaccio |
| Comments: | The freedom ranch is the BEST place in the world. If you are looking for the last house on the Block you have found it. As I was told sit down, Shut up, and listen it just might save your ASS. Not a Drink or a Drug since Sept. 13th 1995 it works. 13+ years Clean. If any one who went to through the ranch in Sept. 1995 wants to get in touch feel free to call me.661-769-8154. thank you for everything you did for me. Tony Mighaccio & Family |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Jefferson Worthen |
| Comments: | Hello, I wanted to say hello and say Im sober and doing well. I go to nursing School in Las Vegas, NV and will come by to see ya'll in a few months |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Search Engine |
| Name: | Margaret Howe |
| Comments: | My nephew Zack has recently come to Freedom Ranch for help with drug rehab. It is my deepest hope and prayer that he will embrace what you all have to teach him and will learn again what a beautiful person he is. I, and many others, love him so much. Thank you for being there. |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Other |
| Name: | Tessa Kasovia |
| Comments: | I wrote this poem for my boyfriend Sean Winder who received his one year token tonight at the Freedom Ranch, I read it to him before I gave him his token, and this is how it goes
It brought us together, yet nearly tore us apart We loved each other, but it was breaking our heart We’d have lots of fun doing drink after drink But then it got to a point where we were on the brink We’d go from loving, teasing, and laughter To pushing and hitting not to long after We’d say mean things that would cut to the bone And regret it the next day while we sat all alone Apologies came from left and right Just to drink some more and have another fight Then the freedom ranch called, they had a bed You had to leave, not much more was said Three months you were gone and you were changing Thing were getting better our lives were rearranging Learning to have fun without alcohol Wow! Last time we did that I could not recall And look now, you’ve past year number one And the battles that were, no more have been done We still have our tiffs from time to time But at least now there’s no scars left behind Your head is now clear; your heart is now strong We fall in love more, the more we move a long Thanks to the Freedom Ranch for all that they’ve done Our hearts beat together not as two but as one Thought up and written by Tessa Kasovia For Sean Winder I love you and I am very proud of you I thank you all at the Freedom Ranch for all that you have done for Sean, I can definitely say that if it wasn't for all of you, then there would not be a me and Sean, again thank you |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Andrew Mclean |
| Comments: | So glad to hear your safe and on the road to recovery. We all just want the andrew we know and love very much back making us all laugh.
Gavin |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | David Rundell |
| Comments: | I'm coming up on fifteen years (that's right fifteen years) of uninteruppted sobriety in a few months. I owe it all to the Ranch and Dave Saunders. I was hopeless before I found the Ranch and had tried everything to quit but could not do it myself. The Ranch is where miracles happen. Thank you guys for saving me and keep up the good work. I would love to hear from some ranchers of the 94/95 era. Call me anytime @760.632.2634 my door and heart is always open to any fellow ranchers. Peace, love and soul to all my Brothers! |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Andrew McLean |
| Comments: | I am in Malawi but I have been thinking about you very much and then I heard where you are. I am so happy you are safe and on the road to recovery. You are such a special person and I really want you back with us. Very much love to you dear. |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Andrew McLean |
| Comments: | You are in my thoughts and prayers always. Thinking of you with very much love. |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | ANDREW MCLEAN |
| Comments: | PLEASE DON'T GIVE UP. I'M SO HAPPY YOU ARE IN THIS PROGRAM! I'M SURE YOU WILL HAVE A WHOLE NEW OUTLOOK ON LIFE WHEN YOU COMPLETE IT. YOU HAVE SO MANY GOOD SKILLS TO HELP YOU THROUGH. |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Just Lucky |
| Name: | Carrie Brandon |
| Comments: | Hi- I'm sending out a birthday wish to my big brother - David Brandon. I'll be thinking about him on his birthday (May 20th). Your website pictures show a good place and I hope he is finding himself and some peace with you all. Thank you for what you do.
Carrie B. |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Search Engine |
| Name: | G. Thompson |
| Comments: | I loved the Freedom Ranch and all its staff. Mike Huffaker is one of the greatest people I've ever met and stay in contact with (by text) here and there updating him on my recovery and my life.
An awesome place that I will never forget and am proud I had gone through the ranch. I have 1347 days Clean, Sober & Smoke-Free today...May 12th, 2009. (Just wanted to ad my input and appreciation!!) |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Other |
| Name: | Dick B., Writer, Historian, Recovered AA |
| Comments: | Great site, and I hope your viewers and alumni will join us at A Nationwide Recovery Conference with Dick B. on May 15-16 at Mariners Church Community Center in Irvine, California. More details on the website http://ANewWayOut.com/
God Bless, Dick B Kihei, Maui, Hawaii; http://www.dickb.com/index.shtml |
| Who are you?: | Other Recovering Person |
| How did you find us?: | Search Engine |
| Name: | Carl Huttlinger |
| Comments: | 2-24-09 was 10 years for me thanks to the Ranch and mostly Rick & Huffaker. Candy bars being thrown at my privates probably is what saved me the most. Or was it Mike throwing Spaghetti on the wall? Whickever it was, I'm still sober and for the most part loving life. I've been fortunate enough to share the Ranch with others and the success continues. But Mike, why doesn't Glenn like me?
Carl |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Anthony Newton |
| Comments: | I was viewing the Freedom Ranch website online and was very impressed with what I saw.
I would like to attend the Freedom Ranch Program. Thank you, Anthony Newton |
| Who are you?: | Just Looking |
| How did you find us?: | Other |
| Name: | Jefferson Worthen |
| Comments: | HEy, I'm sure you remember me. I'm one of the 4 time retreads. Anyway I just wanted to tell you I'm sober now 60 some days and live in Las Vegas, NV. Although not a good place for alcoholics I go to AA and am in school to become a Medical Assistant. Thanxs for all the help you gave me and I'll be sending money to pay you in about 8 months or so when I graduate.
Thanxs always, your Rancher, Jefferson Worthen |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Other |
| Name: | Jefferson Worthen |
| Comments: | HEy, I'm sure you remember me. I'm one of the 4 time retreads. Anyway I just wanted to tell you I'm sober now 60 some days and live in Las Vegas, NV. Although not a good place for alcoholics I go to AA and am in school to become a Medical Assistant. Thanxs for all the help you gave me and I'll be sending money to pay you in about 8 months or so when I graduate.
Thanxs always, your Rancher, Jefferson Worthen |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Other |
| Name: | jodi |
| Comments: | my husband josh levy is in ur program. He finally made it and i am so proud of him. Josh, i love u with all my heart, i miss u dearly, and i am thinking of u always out here. I know i haven't been strong enough to make it yet. I hope i will make it home to u. I dont want to be lost out here, alone without u. We made it through the depths of hell and then back again, and i want to walk the road that we deserve with u. Even if im a little behind u, i will be there. I love u. Dont forget me. U crazy bastard! :) say hello to thumper for me. Richard neff. U know who. I love u darling. I try to call every day but its always busy. Till then, ur wife and best friend, jodi |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Just Lucky |
| Name: | Lynn Neff |
| Comments: | Please tell Chad M. that Tony and I really want to see him. We have lost touch and hope he reads this guestbook. If you know him, please tell him to contact us. He can caontact me at: lynn@backcountrymessenger.com or call 933-3789 and leave your number! We love you, Chad! Thanks! |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Other |
| Name: | Loretta Carpenter |
| Comments: | My best friend and father of my son is there and I am hoping that he will come home to us recovered and ready for life. We Love you MiKe B.
Loretta and your son Jack Juneau, AK |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Just Lucky |
| Name: | Teri Lee |
| Comments: | My nephew, Jason Tassone, just recently joined you at the Freedom Ranch and I just wanted to tell him how proud his family is of him in his commitment to regaining his health and his life. We love you, Jason, and we are all praying for you. Thank you all, his counselors and coaches, for you are doing for him and God Bless Jason for taking this important step in recovering his future. Jason - like I said - you are an extremely talented, creative and smart young man who may have made some dumb choices but I know you can do this and I am looking forward to seeing where this journey takes you! |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Other |
| Name: | Steve Sallis |
| Comments: | I saw the place on a recent motorcycle drive out that way. I have been sober 6+ years and I remember what it was like early on at a treatment facility. I was thinking that I will gather some friends and we'll come out for a Saturday evening meeting sometime soon. |
| Who are you?: | Other Recovering Person |
| How did you find us?: | Other |
| Name: | Mary Zana Lawson |
| Comments: | My son has found peace within himself there. I never thought I would see the day he would be able to sork on being who he really is as well as letting the world know that person. Thank you. |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Elaine |
| Comments: | My son jeremiah is there now....I don't know what to think. I hope you can help him find an answer to why drugs is so important to him that he will give his family up for the high. We haven't talked to him and really miss him.so please let him know that he is in our thoughts and we support him through this hard time. |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Other |
| Name: | Cecil |
| Comments: | I left there and had to try to win for another 4 years before finally surrenduring and getting some sobriety. None of the 13 treatment centers I went to were a waste of time, they all taught me something I could use when I finally got sober. Freedom Ranch taught me more than most. Life is really great today no matter how I feel. I love sobriety, even when I am whining about something.
Love you guys, surrender to win |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Patti A. |
| Comments: | My Son Mikey will start the program out at the Ranch in a couple of days. I pray you could help my Son who we all Love sooo much. We want Mikey back in our lives, I want to see him be happy and healthy. His my Baby Boy and we all miss him very much. I have high hopes he will recover!!
Love you Mikey |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Other |
| Name: | Theresa Ockletree |
| Comments: | I just want to say thank you for all your support helping my husband get a part of our life together. Thank you with all my heart! |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Ms. Thankful |
| Comments: | My fiancé is currently at the Freedom Ranch, I cannot even begin to express how thankful I am that he found this program. After being in and out of jail, trying different rehabs, you can really see the difference in him. He’s only been there for 2 months and you can see a dramatic change attitude wise, very positive and happy about life.
I know that the program is giving him the tools and the knowledge to help him with his Drug addiction. I highly recommend this program to anyone that is looking for a real change. |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Just Lucky |
| Name: | john |
| Comments: | Really, I feel happy and appreciate "Ranch" for helping people, who needs your help. Many are recovering and they are feeling happy to live and lead towards life .
Drug Rehab |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | john |
| Comments: | Really, I feel happy and appreciate "Ranch" for helping people, who needs your help. Many are recovering and they are feeling happy to live and lead towards life .
Drug Rehab |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Tom jack |
| Comments: | Really, I feel happy and appreciate "Ranch" for helping people, who needs your help. Many are recovering and they are feeling happy to live and lead towards life .
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| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | john |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Gerry Mulligan |
| Comments: | Our son, Chad, is currently in your program at the ranch. We visited him recently to give him support, and, to see what kind of facility he was in. We were very pleased to see the grounds, and, to speak with the counselors. He seems to be very happy to be there,and, he is doing quite well in your program. This is probably the best thing that has happened to him in several years. Thank you all for your hard work, and, for caring enough to help these young folks ge their life back. God bless you all. |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Other |
| Name: | Elsie R. Proulx |
| Comments: | I wish I had heard of your program 6 years ago or more. My son ( still on drugs ) has gone to prison twice, and in George F. Baileys now for the same stuff. I really thought the courts would help him, I was wrong. They dont seem to care drugs is the monster here, and he needs help with the addiction not time out, and lost forever. thank you for your web site, I will share this with all, that has a need to be free of the drug monster. |
| Who are you?: | Just Looking |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Marina |
| Comments: | My son's parole officer found Freedom Ranch for my son John. We took him there on September 30th. My prayers were answered. My John is really a kind harted loving and giving person but when his bottle buddies take hold, he's not a person I know. my prayers are that he makes the changes he needs to make to bring his life around to sobriety. He's been an alcoholic sine he was 2o and it distroyed his life. His son and daughter are just so ecxited tha he is there at Reedon Ranch and maybe thye will get their father back. I want my son back too.. My heart cries for him. I know he can amke it this time with the help at Freedom Ranch.. |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Other |
| Name: | Jessy Auld |
| Comments: | I have a few friends that have been through there and 1 in there right now that means alot to me. Thank you guys for all that you do. |
| Who are you?: | Other Recovering Person |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Diane from Nashville, TN |
| Comments: | My grandson has just today moved into your "safe haven"... my prayer will be that he is in a place where your good help will be able to sink in and will give him the chance for a a new life, clean and sober.
We found you through prayer. Thank you Lord. |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Other |
| Name: | Rebecca Zulauf |
| Comments: | Hi,
I am the owner of Sober Living in Lakeside. After years of trying to figure out how I could help this opportunity has come my way. I lost two brothers to alcoholism and those were the hardest things ever to process. My brother went through the program downtown on Island Avenue. He took his life after 23 days of sobriety. I did not know how to help him when he was so depressed. If you need a place to stay we keep our rates as low as possible to run the house. The rooms are private or two per room. 619/448-5995. Rebecca |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | lauren m |
| Comments: | sd freedom ranch has changed many of my friends lives, but most importantly (selfishly)the life of my family and best friend tyler t. he's been there almost two months now and i have most certainly seen a change.
i can only hope that in december when he gets out that he continues on his path of recovery and we can grow with god together. god bless the freedom ranch. |
| Who are you?: | Other Recovering Person |
| How did you find us?: | Other |
| Name: | john shue |
| Who are you?: | Other Recovering Person |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Dennis Leppo |
| Comments: | Everything I've heard about your facilty is good and shows you start people onto the right track in recovery. |
| Who are you?: | Other Recovering Person |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Dennis Leppo |
| Who are you?: | Other Recovering Person |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Terrie Jacobson |
| Comments: | my son david jacobson went there today. 8/5/08.my prayer tonight is that my son well get clean and sober like his father and i did.we love him so much. and i want him to know that we hope u live david i do not want u 2 die. please son take this gift that god gave u.god has tried to give u this gift for 5 years please don't be one of the people that die. we love u so much david please do not ever forget that we will be there to visit u son in 2 months if u can stay there for at least 2 months.i know u after one month iu will think u can do it again. i will miss writting u in jail david.were i think u r the safest.i will miss talking to u through e-mail.i love u david please god tell him that from me his mom terrie jacobson |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Other |
| Name: | Frank Walker |
| Comments: | Hello,
My brother Marc has just started the program. My family is praying for him and for all the staff. Bless you for your great service to so many. Have a great weekend. P.S. We found Freedom Ranch through our cousin Carl Huttlinger. |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Other |
| Name: | Ryan Kennedy |
| Comments: | Hello, my name is Ryan Kennedy. I have a brother who is currently visiting your Ranch. I hear he is doing well. I really want to thank you for all you do to help People like Michael and others who might be worse off. I think what you do is a gift from God and is greatly appreciated. My family and I have been trying for so long to help Michael and have had little success. You and your partners have a real passion that not all people can proudly say they have. Again I thank you and pray for you and Michael. I would like to send some things to Michael if thats ok. Just some things like clothes or personal needs. If there is a limit as to what I can send him please let me know. I don't want to jepordize his stay there. Please send me some contact info so i may send some things. Thanks Again, Ryan. |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Search Engine |
| Name: | Marc Walker |
| Comments: | I have 2 cuzins I hold in higher regards than most, one is none other than "Carl Huttlinger" (I believe some ranchers know the name) I'm on the edge of commiting to step out in faith and believe there is hope for me. I Pray God makes a way for me to follow in my cuz' footsteps to healing, been a long time coming.. Bless you all <>< |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | grace |
| Comments: | The first time I heard about this program was about 1 1/2 ago when my little brother had just came back to my parents home from living in an unhealthy/unstable/alcoholic/drug enviroment. He had lost a job, friends, family and most of all himself.
Having a father that has been sober for 18 years and an older brother who has been clean/sober for 8 years- I know that the program works only if you work it!! We have been blessed like many families will continue to be a testimony that there is always room for faith and hope when everything might seem so blurry and unpleasant. At this present time - now my little brother has continued to use/drink and now has lost another job and friends because of his drinking. I'm hoping he seeks help and decides that his life doesn't have to be lived this way- of shame, guilt, embarrassement, disappoitment, scared and untreated. He is a wonderful guy- big heart with lots to offer and a tremendous spirit but right now I do believe that he can't see himself being able to socialize without any type of substance. Today, I decide to write in the Dreambook because I just finished speaking with our mother whom is very desperate, hurting, scared and feeling really hopeless of my brother's situation and I needed to come in and vent and confirm that I know there is a God that will be blessing us over and over again as he has throughout so many thunderstorms my family has gone through. I pray that I will be writting back to inform you all that my brother has taken the first step to his recovery. I've never visited or met any of the sponsers from Freedom Ranch besides speaking to Rick over the phone a couple times -but I feel as though in spirit I have a special connection with you all. I pray that today will be the day and will try very hard to keep my faith that my little brother makes it out to Freedom Ranch. Thank you for allowing me write a few lines and sharing your time. May God Bless you all and until the next time. |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Other |
| Name: | James L. |
| Comments: | I know from others that this program works. |
| Who are you?: | Other Recovering Person |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | na |
| Comments: | i really need some help. bigtanker222@gmail.com |
| Who are you?: | Just Looking |
| How did you find us?: | Search Engine |
| Name: | 1998 Grad |
| Comments: | There are three things that I am grateful for as I celebrate my 10th birthday in sobriety. The 12 steps of AA, a God of my understanding and the Freedom Ranch for taking me in when I hit bottom. Thank you. |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | anoymous. |
| Comments: | i dont know what my life would have been like without going to freedom ranch, it changed my life and hopefully other peoples. |
| Who are you?: | Other Recovering Person |
| How did you find us?: | Just Lucky |
| Name: | Gloria Mercado |
| Comments: | I hope that my son will soon seek the help from this program. He has been waging a long battle of drug abuse.
I fear for him until he does enter in to this program. Reading some of the comments in the Dreambook gives me the hope that one day he will no longer crave to be high. |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | LeRoy Loney |
| Comments: | I have friends who have been there and now I have a friend who really needs some place like this. I hope that maybe I can find a place for him. |
| Who are you?: | Other Recovering Person |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | jan crank |
| Comments: | I love coming to the Freedom Ranch. I always seem to hear something from a Rancher that gives me hope to keep on keeping on. I've seen alot of guys become excellent men that have come from the Ranch. Keep on doin what yer doin!
God Bless You! |
| Who are you?: | Other Recovering Person |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Gwen Davis |
| Comments: | Today, Feb. 16, 2008, my son Jason M. is celebrating one year clean and sober! He and my husband, Jim D. (who is 13.5 years clean and sober) are both Freedom Ranch alumni. I think it's important for those who come to this page to know that this program has a profound affect on those who are seeking a new way of life.
Addiction/Alcoholism has been recognize as a family disease for many years. Today, I see the recovery from disease has become a family thing too! My own recovery started almost 16 years ago, I have a brother with 14 years, my husband with his 13.5 and now one of my sons with 1 year. Miracles do happen!I want to thank all that have given their time and their hearts to the program at San Diego Freedom Ranch over the years. A special thanks to Frank, Rick, and George for their parts in my own family's story. Gwen D. |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Just Lucky |
| Name: | John Marshall |
| Comments: | I was the resident "drunken tweeker" at a fleebag hotel in Escondido when my parole officer called me and said "John, we are gonna get you some help". So after a short stay at lulu Porters detox I was picked up by ranch staff and carted off to my new home. It was then that I surrendered to my situation. I didn't know much but I did Know that I did not wish to return to prison and the Freedom Ranch offered a way out.
Now over two years later I have a good life. I earn an honest living and have a comfortable place to live. I also have gone back to doing many of the things that make life enjoyable to me. Like surfing and playing music. I believe if your ready for a new life there is no better place to start it than the San Diego Freedom Ranch. John Marshall - 619-756-1537 I would like to here from other ranchers. |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Just Lucky |
| Name: | Billy May |
| Comments: | God bless the freedom ranch. Tis place has done so much for me and it was able to help me find soberity and God. |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Just Lucky |
| Name: | Billy May |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Other |
| Name: | Mila Fox |
| Comments: | Dear Kyle,
I am glad that you have made this decision to focus your life in a more positive direction. It's hard, I know, but it is the right step towards a more fruitful life. I am in good company with Bridey, Cozmo, and Petey, and BD is taking real good care of me. Don't worry about me, take care of you. You are my favorite human, although BD is a pretty good one, too. Your dog, Mila |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Just Lucky |
| Name: | Trevor |
| Comments: | Looking for Paul Schaefer.
He was at the ranch for 3 months, probably left somewhere around Sept or Oct I'm a good friend of his. Any help would be appreciated. He can reach me at trevor@militarypress.com or 858-537-2280 Thanks, Trevor |
| Who are you?: | Just Looking |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Michael Ruggiero |
| Comments: | I was just informed that an old commrad of mine, his name is KYLE, from the mid-1980's has just entered your program. We used to work together at a restaurant in downtown San Diego in 1988 with Brian Devine, who, brought him to your Campo residence recently. Please let KYLE know I am thinking of him and wish him a healthy start to recovery. I live on Long Island, NY. and if there is thing I can do to support him, please let me know. I am not a family member, my choice was limited.
Sincerely, Chef Michael Ruggiero |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Other |
| Name: | Ken V |
| Comments: | My son checked in there 10/23/07 and after reading some of these stories, it makes me feel much better about his chances of recovering. |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Joe Connolly |
| Comments: | I entered the V.A. Hospital in La Jolla on May 27th 1988 and while I was there I learned of the Freedom Ranch. After a month at the VA I stayed at the Ranch from June to September of 1988. I just want you to know that not a day goes by that I don't think about the Ranch in one way or another, even if it is just a fleeting thought. My experience at the Freedom Ranch has been the very foundation of my 19+ years clean and sober. My hope is that next year, I will be able to return.......to say "Thank You"
Joe Connolly Albany, Oregon jconn3@comcast.net |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Just Lucky |
| Name: | John Gilliam |
| Comments: | God bless the Freedom Ranch! It is truly Gods Land! 3 1/2 Years sober and just worried from afar about the fires!
God bless you all! |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Search Engine |
| Name: | Tony Mighaccio |
| Comments: | I was there in sept. 1995, I am still clean and have 12 years, if anyone that knows me wants to get in contact with me email me at dmlawstudent@hotmail.com this is mine and my wifes email address. |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Other |
| Name: | doctorno1@cox.net |
| Comments: | MY SON NEEDS HELP. BUT IS PROBABLY TOO LATE.
HE HAS JUST BEEN ARRESTED AGAIN FOR FAILING PROP 36. HE HAS A FELON CONVICTION FOR POSSESSION OF CRYSTAL METH, AND A MISDEMEANOR FOR POSSESSION OF PARAPHELNILA.. HE NOW HAS AN ADDED CHARGE OF SECOND DEGREE BURGUARLY. HE WANTS TO GO TO FREEDOM RANCH. I THINK HE IS NOT ELIGIBLE BECAUSE OF THE NON-DRUG OFFENSE. IS HE A CANDIDATE OR NOT? THANK YOU |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Gabriela Valadez |
| Comments: | Los comentarios que eh oido sobre su sistema son brillantes. Mi esposo es un huesped de ustedes, y espero puedan ayudarlo en sus adicciones. Quiciera saber como puedo ayudar a mi esposo con su recuperacion. |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Darren Kessinger |
| Comments: | Went through the freedom ranch program back in 1989
Great program the freedom ranch certainly saved my life. |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Jan From Potrero |
| Comments: | It's been over 5 years since I walked into the Freedom Ranch for my first meeting and what I've come away with is a recovery program that is helping me through some tough times today. Knowing the men who have come through this program, knowing the men who keep this Ranch running is an amazing thing and I am blessed to be even a small part of what this place truly is.
A miracle. The Promises do come true. |
| Who are you?: | Other Recovering Person |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Andreya Haywood |
| Comments: | I was looking to see where my husband was getting treatment at. |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Search Engine |
| Name: | Judy Wolf |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Just Lucky |
| Name: | theresa angle |
| Comments: | Praise the LORD my husband came home last nite. 90 days W O W that is SOOOO awesome babe!!!! We have alot to look foreword to in the years ahead of us. I THANK GOD for FREEDOM RANCH it made a difference in you. All my Love to you and FOREVER your wife CURTIS ANGLE.........ALWAYS......XXX..OOOO |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | dave foster |
| Comments: | God bless the San Diego Freedom Ranch! aka--the hen house. Brought to the ranch by a couple friends only to check it out.soon as i turned my head, poof! they were gone. resentment #999.999.999. it was a blessing. that was 11/22/05 & have'nt found it nessisary to pick up a drink nor hav i wanted to thank you God. Quiet time "ALOT" up at the cross allowed me to get honest, The unselfish of Jim & paul & of course BigBook Rich. Fellow rancher brought through the steps out of the book. There's something very special & spiritual about the ranch that's can't be explained. I'll be forever greatful.I would like to thank the staff & to those who gave there time to help me to find freedom from the bottle. |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Dave Foster |
| Comments: | God bless the San Diego Freedom Ranch. I can't explain what happins to us at the ranch. There is something very spiritual that happens, especially at the cross. sunrise there was special to me.. I did'nt kno what i wanted when i got there but soon wanted to stay sober! 3 mos. at "George's henhouse" was xactly what i needed. some of the staff were on my 4th step along with that friggin mime! We had a great crew!! my sobriety date has'nt changed since the day i stepped on the ranch.I give thanx everyday for where i'm at today & i got here via the San Diego Freedom Ranch. I'll be 4ever gretfull. |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Just Lucky |
| Name: | Drew Jones |
| Comments: | DAMMIT I LOVE YOU GUYS......
"The best place to get sober by far, if it did for me, it can for you too!" I loved my stay there, so education oriented, the 3 hours of classes ad day helped me know alot about myself alot better. I remember my "spiritual awakening" when the bird shit on me.....ahahaah I still laugh about that day. That is just one of the many types of great experiences I had at the ranch. "Fore" Wanna go golfing??? The best 9 hole golf course in town is at the freedom ranch, dues are only having the "desire" to stay sober! How about that! Because of the wonderful staff at the freedom ranch, I have now stayed sober for a total of 10 months without a drink or a drug in my system. All i can say is these guys ROCK! A VERY educated staff, a great enviroment, and a real desire to stop drinking or doing drugs, you too can have what alot of us have, after going through the ranch, SOBRIETY! Thank you very much Freedom Ranch! Drew Jones 949-370-0125 |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Gwen D. |
| Comments: | Well...he finally made it! My son, J. M. made it to the Ranch yesterday! Thank you Jack and Richard (and of course Rick) for being there to help him transition into the beginning of a new way of life.
It was good to see Frank too (some of you never leave do you? LOL) who was there when my husband came through over 12 years ago. Today my husband is a successful business and home owner. When he showed up at the Ranch in Sept. '94 he was a broken man with nothing to offer but a big ego and low self esteem. Thanks to "resentment Wednesdays" he worked through those character defects. Miracles happen at the Ranch! We'll be up to visit soon. Please pass our love and support on to our "boy" for us. We have looked forward to this time in his life for a lot of years! Being in recovery ourselves we know not to deny any addict or alcoholic their own pain. For it is the pain that eventually brings us to freedom when we get sick and tired of being sick in tired. For families out there struggling with addicition in their own families, let this story give you hope. If J. M. can do it, anyone can! Anything is possible in GOD's time! |
| Who are you?: | Other Recovering Person |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Gwen Davis |
| Comments: | Love the web site! My husband, one of my sons and many friends have come through The Ranch. I've got another son on the way.
Keep up the good work fellas of carrying the message. |
| Who are you?: | Other Recovering Person |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Theresa Angle |
| Comments: | I dropped off my husband Curtis today. What a wonderful Re- Birthday New Years Day. I am PROUND of you Babe. Thanks to our brother- in -law Wes Philpott who was there in March of 97 and is Still clean and sober . So I Thank God for FREEDOM RANCH and the skills my husband will learn. I LOVE you Babe. |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Other |
| Name: | Tom Peterson |
| Comments: | It felt great to celebrate my 7 Year Birthday at the ranch on Friday, December 15, 2006. Everyone welcomed my Friends Paul, Mike, Dave, Pete and my girlfriend Andrea.
Thank you George for your hospitality that night. I can't thank the Freedom Ranch enough for giving me such a solid start to my recovery. Thanks for teaching me how to be selfless and to think about others. Tommy P |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | dale reeder |
| Comments: | just celebrated 3 yrs and i owe a lot of that to the ranch. George, Mike, Richard and Jim all played a great roll in my recovery. some of my fellow ranchers were not able to completely give themselves to the simple program of AA and have since gone back out and a few have died. Some of us are still active in AA and the blessings are many. for any of the guys there 2004 I'm at drreeder2000@yahoo.com let me know how your doing. |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Ryan Willits |
| Comments: | This is a message to andrew steade to remind him of what a good job you are doing stud. You are the man. Remember you still have a friend who is out here who wishes he was there getting better. |
| Who are you?: | Other Recovering Person |
| How did you find us?: | Other |
| Name: | Colleen Jackson |
| Comments: | Thank you for providing this badly needed recovery program. Your website was very informative. Finding you was like answered prayer for me. I have a loved-one badly in need of your help |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Ara Thorpes |
| Comments: | I am a greatful woman today. I have a beautiful young son noe getting the treatment and tools he needs to have a safe sober and sucessful life.
I thank you each and everyone of you. From a humbbled and thankful mother. |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Other |
| Name: | Grace Barnett |
| Comments: | My Son seemed to like it there. Visit him as much as I can. Enjoy the surroundings of peace and the beauty of it all. |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Other |
| Name: | Talia |
| Comments: | My father James T Shepard was in this program about 15 yrs or so ago. He was from New Hampshire. I have been looking for him for a very long time. If any of the alumini have any info they can share with me about him, I would appreciate it. I didn't even know him.Please contact me at Talia323@juno.com |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Other |
| Name: | CHRISTOPHER FELIX |
| Comments: | I WANT TO THANK YOU GUYS FOR SHOWIN ME A NEW WAY OF LIFE, BEFORE I GOT TO THE RANCH I WAS HOPELESS AND MISERABLE,TODAY IM STILL SOBER,GOIN TO MEETINGS,AND WORKIN
I WANT TO THANK YOU GEORGE,FOR TALKIN TO ME THE TIMES THAT YOU DID WHEN I WAS ON PASS,IT KEPT ME FROM MAKIN THE WRONG DESICIONS,ITS HOW I FEEL TODAY,ITS HOW I DEAL WITH MY PROBLEMS TODAY THAT MAKES ME A DIFFRENT MAN,AND FOR THAT I AM GRATEFUL.THANKS TO RICHARD,MIKE,DAVE,RICK,GEORGE,AND YOU TOO GARY,FOR HELPIN ME IN MY RECOVERY.GOD BLESS YOU AND GOD BLESS THE FREEDOM RANCH. |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Just Lucky |
| Name: | CHRISTOPHER FELIX |
| Comments: | I WANT TO THANK YOU GUYS FOR SHOWIN ME A NEW WAY OF LIFE, BEFORE I GOT TO THE RANCH I WAS HOPELESS AND MISERABLE,TODAY IM STILL SOBER,GOIN TO MEETINGS,AND WORKIN
I WANT TO THANK YOU GEORGE,FOR TALKIN TO ME THE TIMES THAT YOU DID WHEN I WAS ON PASS,IT KEPT ME FROM MAKIN THE WRONG DESICIONS,ITS HOW I FEEL TODAY,ITS HOW I DEAL WITH MY PROBLEMS TODAY THAT MAKES ME A DIFFRENT MAN,AND FOR THAT I AM GRATEFUL.THANKS TO RICHARD,MIKE,DAVE,RICK,GEORGE,AND YOU TOO GARY,FOR HELPIN ME IN MY RECOVERY.GOD BLESS YOU AND GOD BLESS THE FREEDOM RANCH. |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Just Lucky |
| Name: | Casey Williams |
| Comments: | My brother is currently in your program and I can't thank the people (staff and other residents) enough who have given my brother the tools he needs to begin the road to recovery. I love him very much and once again thak you for giving me my brother back. |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | JOSH EVANS |
| Comments: | THANX FOR THE NEW LIFE THROUGH YOUR LOVE AND SERVICE GOD BLESS THE FREEDOM RANCH |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Just Lucky |
| Name: | Sondra Peek |
| Comments: | My nephew, Phil M., is a resident at your ranch. I have been sober 32 years and praying that Phil would find an AA-sponsored program - my sister saw him last night and could not believe the transformation. YOU GUYS, KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK. I love the pictures of your ranch . . . nothing like nature and God's handiwork to remind us who created us, and who keeps us sober. Will add your ranch to my prayer list . . . Thanks for being there for another hurting child of God who found his way to help. I am awed once again by how HE works behind the scenes for our best good.
As ever, Sondra |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Jeremy Sholty (Roadblock) |
| Comments: | It was June 7th 2000 that I first walked down the driveway to the Freedom Ranch. I had no idea what was in store for me but I ma glad I stayed. I want to thank the entire staff at the Ranch especially Mike, Rick and Frank. I will soon be off to Texas but know that wherever I go I will always be a "Rancher" and will take my experiences from the Ranch with me. |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Mike Elliott (18) Years |
| Comments: | I have known many men that have completed your program here @ the Ranch that have stayed sober!! Keep up the "GOOD" work guys!! One of my best friends went thougth there "BIG" Gary M. |
| Who are you?: | Other Recovering Person |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Kevin O'Leary |
| Comments: | Hello,
I have redesigned the Freedom Ranch site. I noticed the link back to the site after signing the Guest Book goes to the old site. Could you please change the link to the following: www.sdfreedomranch.com I can be contacted at: 858.354.2835 kevin@anubisgraphics.com Thanks in advance, Kevin |
| Who are you?: | Other Recovering Person |
| How did you find us?: | Other |
| Name: | Kevin O'Leary |
| Comments: | Just testing this out |
| Who are you?: | Just Looking |
| How did you find us?: | Other |
| Name: | Emo Coleman Jr., |
| Comments: | I am a Freedom Ranch Alumni. I would like to thank the freedom ranch for giving me the tools I needed to live a New and Better way of Life! They showed me how to love myself when I could not do it for myself. I would also like to thank George for giving me a Drug free place to work on myself. And Richard for understanding me and not letting me give up on myself when I thought I could not take no more. And the rest of the staff who played a part in my recovery. And Special Thanks to the Kitchen Staff Frank K. And Herold For The Great Meals they provided for us. I owe the Freedom Ranch My Life!!!!!!!!! |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Other |
| Name: | John Gilliam |
| Comments: | Love the new web site! I have a life greater than I ever imagined today. The Ranch graced me the opportunity to have the single greatest miracle of my life. The Obsession to drink and use was lifted. I was given the solution found in the first 164 pages of The Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. The solution was then read to me and carefully explained many times over. I accepted the answer to my problems and now live my life on a spiritual basis and practice the principles of A.A. to the best of my ability in all my affairs. I don't believe there is any way to repay the Ranch for my life. So I try to help as many suffering alcoholics and addicts as I can, I do this by sharing the solution that was given to me while at the ranch.
To Anyone who is unable to stop drinking or using, and stay stopped, and has the Willingness to go to any lengths to solve their problem. I feel the Freedom Ranch offers the ability to build a Foundation stronger than any other treament option I ever tried or have even known about. The strong alumnus support, and quality sobriety I have found in other alumni of the Freedom Ranch is a powerful testament to the 31 years of Success! GOD BLESS The Freedom Ranch! |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Other |
| Name: | Debra Weaver |
| Comments: | I can down from San Jose to see my son Emo get his 30 day coin. While I was here in San Diego I saw him 4 times. I have noticed a big change in him "I have my son back". I'm glad he's doing his recovery down in San Diego. His dad does not live far from the ranch so he is able to see little Emo 3 or 4 times a week also he has his borther Josh. When I had to leave back to San Jose it was hard for me but I know my son is in good hands. I am very proud of him and I know he will make it this time. I'm looking forward to little Emo's graduation. Love you with all my heart Mom :) |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Laura Brown |
| Comments: | ~*I know quite a few people who have been thru the Ranch. The quality of their sobriety, the sturdiness of their foundation, the brotherhood they hold onto (and honor), is amazing. I believe its all due to the fact that they go up there and they eat, sleep, Meetings, and most importantly...THEY READ THE BOOK AND THEY FIND A HIGHER POWER THAT THEY CAN DO BUSINESS WITH. But there is more to it. Anyone of us can find and have a Higher Power. Its been my experience that unless I talk to, listen, trust, want his Will, and have that blind faith, Faith that He Can & Will... I am screwed...meaning that when shit hits the fan...Im not gonna have that ability to draw on My Higher Power, because i dont know how, and its not something im used to doing...i havent been practicing my reliance. Reliance on things that r not human...is where its at for me. I think about the Ranch...and the Program that is Spoon Fed to the Inmates hehe. THE Program. Not yours, not Mine, but THEE Program...and I get really ummm, encouraged. Actually i get really excited and grateful. There are not a whole lot of programs out there like this...especially with such a strong emphasis on the 12steps and a HP. I truly believe that if a man wants to get Sober, and is WILLING to do the WORK~then this is the Place!!!
I currently have a Friend there right now. Hes my best friend, I care about him and his well being, his happiness, his everything. Its pretty fucked up too. I am sooo powerless. I have to go against everything i believe in...to do whats best for both. Its like anything that i do for him at this point...is detrimental to his sobriety. Any amount of comfort i give to this chronic relapser, will only prolongue the desperation we all need in a bottom. I now that the more desperate i got...the more ass-out i was with everyone i knew...the more Willing I became. Willing to go to any and all lengths to get and stay sober and change my life. It was essentail that i finnaly accepted that my ideas were gonna kill me. My head fuckin lies. My disease tells me that its gonna be different This Time..doncha know! Im totally rambling, venting, gettin my thoughts outta my head here...hope u dont mind..if u do, oh fuckin well, write about it or drink! So, what im sayin is...Im thinkin that if I care as much as i say i do....then ill let him go...so he can Get Sober, work some steps, get his footing, a clear head, and then if we r suppose to be friends again...then God will make sure it happens the way its suppose 2. This is the hardest thing tht ive had to do in some time, cuz it goes against everything that I think and feel. But one thing that has really helped me stay sober is remembering this: "IT DOESNT MATTER WHAT I THINK, OR HOW I FEEL...ITS WHAT I DO!" my thoughts and poor little feelings will take me out. This is real shit. So, here goes that blind faith thing...not that it will work out how i want it to...but that it will work out how its suppose to...and ill accept that. Ive got this Self-Centered fear thing going on...I FEAR THAT IM GONNA LOSE SOMETHING THAT I HAVE...OR NOT GET SOMETHING I WANT! Its soo true. Its soo hard to do the right thing when u dont wanna. So, basically unless i ask God for help, and have faith that he will help me do the right thing, then im screwed. Cuz obviously i dont have the power to do the "right and sober" thing all the time. Its just not my nature. Well im feelin a lil better...i dont normally write out my thoghts unless i have to...i guess i had to...and this is where i picked to do so...I pray to God...i do the stand up thing for myself, and the one I Care about. We shall See.*~ |
| Who are you?: | Other Recovering Person |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Nicole |
| Comments: | I am so proud of my little brother, it takes great strength and courage to find your way back to who you really are. I am so proud of you! I send you all my love and support from 15oo miles away!!!!Way to go little bro!!! |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Emo Coleman Sr. |
| Comments: | While visiting my son Emo at the ranch last evening (1-18-06), I was made aware of this Dreambook on the Freedom Ranch website.As I type this message I feel great emotion and tears of joy.On December 6th, 2005 my son came to me and ask for help.The day that I had been waiting for had finally arrived.We(Emo's family)would be given an opportunity to make our family whole again. After speaking to George at the ranch, I drove Emo up the very next day.Within a few days I notice a positive change in Emo's attitude.We can't thank the ranch enough for the help and support that the staff and residents have given my son!We are looking forward to Emo's graduation.After that It's ONE DAY AT A TIME!Hang in there Emo,we got your back. With much Love. Dad. |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Shara Ehrlich |
| Comments: | My boyfriend is thinking about joining this great program.. We both have heard alot of excellent things about this location and I am excited at the possibility of him joining and bettering his life. |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Laura Brown |
| Comments: | ~~I see a hell of alot of success come from your program. O see prople who are now living free...thats sooo huge! Way to go using the 12 steps and all. Thank you for your help in saving so many lives.~~
U RAWK!!!! |
| Who are you?: | Other Recovering Person |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | tommy gomes |
| Comments: | I forgot Rick ( who is a great guy) Jim (who always had time for questions and a joke, Big big rich,(who has heard it all when it comes to the 5th step). |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Just Lucky |
| Name: | tommy gomes |
| Comments: | without the ranch, I would not be able to type this. The RANCH really saved my life and helped me to learn how to "live life on lifes terms". I was told for the 1st 30 days to "suit up,show up,sit down and shut up, get a book ,get a sponser,get busy, get god and get it on" Everything I need to know in the big book is underlined in white, read the first 164 pages, then read em again.
The ranch is A very special place for people who are looking to climb out of the world called addiction, for those that want it, being sober is a wonderful thing. My life has changed in so many ways. I can now walk with pride again. The staff at the ranch is a great bunch of guys, not as great as the dogs nor cats but still a great bunch of people. the food is good and ALWAYS more then enough. Visiting is wonderful for family. A place that will always be remembered in my family as giving my parents back their son, and giving back a father to my teenage girl. Besides all that i know that if I were to drink or use again, I would see george at the bottom of my glass telling me what a looser i am. Seeing that whould keep anyone sober. Pg 417 second paragraph down has said it all for me. Remember, if you dont like being sober after the ranch, misery is 100% refunded, say hi to her when you see her. Glenn, Mike,George,Richard, Frank and Harold ( Master and grasshopper in the chow hall)dawn till sunset Ray, and all the Guys in the program, along with the freedom ranch GOD BLESS YOU ALL,(CHESTER,SMOKEY,SNICKER,LADDIE,and BIGHEAD LIL BUDDY> |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Just Lucky |
| Name: | Arielle Edwards |
| Comments: | My Friend Emo is at the Ranch right now and as much as I miss him, I know in my heart he is enjoying every day, every moment and every breath like never before. |
| Who are you?: | Other Recovering Person |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | rick |
| Comments: | I drove up to sit in an NA meeting last Monday. I really enjoyed the spirit and honesty. I plan to return soon. Thank you for your hospitality. |
| Who are you?: | Other Recovering Person |
| How did you find us?: | Other |
| Name: | Alex P. Weaver |
| Comments: | I am a recovering addict of 15 years.
My step son Emiliano Coleman just enrolled in your program. I wish him all the best & with hard work & dedication he can make all his demons go away. |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Tammy Shurtz |
| Comments: | My brother, James Shurtz was at one time staying at Freedom Ranch. He was removed and is now in the process of returning to conquer his addiction to alcohol. I just spent a week with James, and I know he wants to overcome it. I hope and pray everyday that James will find the strength to get better. I pray that he will be in your care when he does. God Bless You! |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Other |
| Name: | pmiller |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Jason |
| Comments: | What a nice page! I really enjoyed my visit to your site. By the way,Chinese New Year Global Gala 2006 is coming to San Diego!The live performance of the Gala at San Diego is scheduled on February 9, 2006, at the California Center for the Arts, Escondido. Don't miss this great chance if you're interested in traditional Chinese culture and arts. 
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| Who are you?: | Just Looking |
| How did you find us?: | Search Engine |
| Name: | Catherine Zatarain |
| Comments: | I would like to thank Mike and everybody up at the ranch for trying to help my husband Jesus, (and yes I did say husband, as of September 8, 2005). It was a much safer world for him up there at the ranch, than back out here in National City, where unfortunately, once again he got caught slippin' and now he is back in system, after being finally off parole for only two weeks also discharging his state number. And now unfortunately he's got a new one. He regrets everything he's done that's gotten him to where he is now, back in prison. And he hope's that once he is back home that he will be able to better follow the program he had learned while he was staying up at the ranch, and not have to miss out on seeing his baby boy grow up. But thanks to all you guys for being there when he wanted the help, and thanks for being there for me when he didn't. But I'll keep intouch to let you know whats going on with him. And you can contact Jesus by my e-mail at NcCAMELSwife@aol.com and I'll just copy and send it to him. |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Debby Orilio-Winkler |
| Comments: | I am very hopeful that my husband will get in soon-he calls every other day and I know in time with patience he will be there. He has been going to meetings everyday but after talking to Ray at the VOA on Island Ave, I know this is the place for him. Please keep him in your minds and hope he continues to do what is needed to make things better for both of us |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Other |
| Name: | timothy hardgraves |
| Comments: | been a long time |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Other |
| Name: | adrian romero |
| Who are you?: | Other Recovering Person |
| How did you find us?: | Other |
| Name: | joe albano |
| Comments: | i've heard the good, the bad, and the ugly.
now it's time to decide for myself! |
| Who are you?: | Other Recovering Person |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Matt Gersten Class of 2000 |
| Comments: | The Freedom Ranch is always in my thoughts. Thanks to Roy, Mike, Ron and everyone that gave me a hand. Mahalo and God bless you. |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Just Lucky |
| Name: | Mitch Marcus |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Harvey DeGlute |
| Comments: | I went thru the Ranch a few years ago and have since learned to controll my drinking. Plus I also do a little recreational crack smoking now and then, and I owe it all to my two sponsers Anthony and Junior!!! P.S Dave Saunders stole my car. |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | John Taylor aka J.T. |
| Comments: | This wonderful place and all of the people who make it was it is really did save my life nearly 15 years ago. I was in bad shape when I arrived at the door step of a place I didn't want to be at. Here I am 15 years later no longer hooked on Meth and feeling like a real person again.
October 8 1990 is my anniversary date and I truly owe it all to the Freedom Ranch. I will never be able to pay back what this home gave me. It gave me back my life! J.T. I would sure like to hear from my old pals. Miss you all! jtaylor2004@cox.net |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Search Engine |
| Name: | John Taylor aka J.T. |
| Comments: | This wonderful place and all of the people who make it was it is really did save my life nearly 15 years ago. I was in bad shape when I arrived at the door step of a place I didn't want to be at. Here I am 15 years later no longer hooked on Meth and feeling like a real person again.
October 8 1991 is my aniversary date and I truly owe it all to the Freedom Ranch. I will never be able to pay back what this home gave me. It gave me back my life! J.T. jtaylor2004@cox.net |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Search Engine |
| Name: | Curious |
| Comments: | My boyfriend has been talking about this place. He is an alumni. I wanted to see what it was all about. I'm a little worried because he recently said that he thinks that he needs to go back for a week. I am proud of him for knowing where to go for help but at the same time I feel helpless to the fact that I cannot be of any help. I've had my fair share of hospital stays, I've always come out the better, I know that he would too if he were to go back. I think what makes it more difficult for me is that I am strongly in love with him and I don't want anything bad to happen. Is it love that holds us strong or is it our will to love that keeps us sane? |
| Who are you?: | Other Recovering Person |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | debbie olson |
| Comments: | can you please send myself and family information about your ranch. I have a son at the descanso facility, who soon will be released and desperately needs your support. please send information on how he can enroll. thank you my address is 1005 ocean lane imperial beach ca 91932 thanks again Debbie. |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Tisha |
| Comments: | For all that read this, please take one second to know that there are people that care about you. Dont hurt them any longer, just get help. ANYWHERE YOU CAN!!!
Dont loose one more thing, or give up hope, just reach out or let someone help you!!! |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Garegnani |
| Comments: | Been calling for 2 years asking questions, trying to find a place for when my son is ready. The time has come and he is on the waiting list. Positive thinking is all that we have left. |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Search Engine |
| Name: | peter bossen |
| Comments: | looking for a facility for one of my sons. have heard great things about this facilithy. looking forward to a visit. |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Search Engine |
| Name: | Daniel Blochlinger |
| Comments: | The ranch saved my life and there is no way that I can ever thank you enough. I am indebted to you forever. There are things that I learned there that will stick with me forever and that I use on a daily basis. When I got to the Ranch, I was on the edge of death (not a figure of speech, I was physically "shot out", and emotionally and spiritually bankrupt. Today I am continuing on my path of sobriety that the Ranch has started me on, and once again I am eternally grateful. |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Daniel Blochlinger |
| Comments: | The ranch saved my life and there is no way that I can ever thank you enough. I am indebted to you forever. There are things that I learned there that will stick with me forever and that I use on a daily basis. When I got to the Ranch, I was on the edge of death (not a figure of speech, I was physically "shot out", and emotionally and spiritually bankrupt. Today I am continuing on my path of sobriety that the Ranch has started me on, and once again I am eternally grateful. |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Steve Sharkey |
| Comments: | The freedom ranch saved my life and introduced me to A.A.'s 12 step program. Thanks to Mike, George, and Jim you guy's really gave me a new lease on life and for that I will be forever grateful. GOD BLESS THE FREEDOM RANCH !!!!!! |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Doug B. |
| Comments: | Are you going to get some new pictures of Hughs quilt from the cafeteria some day? Thanks for the good work that you do. |
| Who are you?: | Other Recovering Person |
| How did you find us?: | Other |
| Name: | JOHNNY ALLAN |
| Comments: | THE RANCH REALLY TURNED THE LIGHT BACK ON IN ME BACK IN 95. I WASN`T VIGELLANT ENOUGH & HAD TO RETURN TO THE LIVING HELL I CREATE.FORTUNATLY I FOUND GOD AGAIN & I`M NOT ABOUT TO LOSE HIM TODAY.THY WILL NOT MINE BE DONE. JOHNNY |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Recovery Webring |
| Name: | Priscilla Braun |
| Comments: | Knowing you have helped others gives me hope that my brother's son may find a way. |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Cathy |
| Comments: | I honestly hope that Jesus can finally get the help he needs to kick his drug habits so that he will be around to help raise our soon to arrive baby. Because he doesn't realize how much he will be missing out on, if he choose's to continue down the road he was going on before he arrived at the ranch in late Sept. 2004. He needs to not only do this for his child but he especially needs to do this for his self, and let his star shine brightly like it should have been doing long ago....So, Jesus don't give up, I know you can do this....I've always told you that.....and I will always have your back. |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Other |
| Name: | carlos sandoval |
| Comments: | thank you freedom ranch staff for everything you have done for me. I am still sober after eighteen months. what a miracle. you have saved my life. I am free from the bondage of self. |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Dude |
| Comments: | Does this mean that I'm allowed to ride my Skateboard now ? Or are you going to cut me off and threaten to stick your fingers up ? |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Recent Rancher |
| Comments: | The Freedom Ranch is a miracle! So many other rehabs and programs out there, but the ranch is the best. The ranch gives you 120 days to heal physically and mentally, but most importantly - - spiritually. For 120 days there is little to nothing to be concerned about except personal recovery. Through the experience of long recovering alcoholics, the tools, and program are presented so that any alcoholic/addict could hardly miss that there is A WAY OUT. It all revolves around WILLINGNESS. Those willing to invest in themselves to the ranch are sure to experience the miracle. That Miracle is best described as FREEDOM! |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Other |
| Name: | Lisa Zorn |
| Comments: | I would just like to say that I am truley sorry to everyone at the Freedom Ranch and I hope to see you all soon!Thank You for being so understanding.
Love Always,Lisa Zorn |
| Who are you?: | Other Recovering Person |
| How did you find us?: | Other |
| Name: | Jeanine Stacy |
| Comments: | I am very happy that my husband got into your program! He is a changed man already, one day at a time.
Thank you so much for all of your Support and Service!!!!! God Bless all of you! |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Grace Barnett |
| Comments: | My son is in your program and I know that he is blessed.
Thank you for all your help. |
| Who are you?: | Family Member |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | scott stone |
| Comments: | THANK YOU!!!!! THE RANCH AND GOD SAVED MY LIFE!!!! |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Other |
| Name: | Dale Reeder |
| Comments: | Freedom Ranch saved my life. |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Other |
| Name: | Dale |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Dale |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Timonthy M. Walter |
| Comments: | I was referred to you by a friend,who has since gone to be with the Lrod...I am contacting for help and prayer. My roomate,who is incarcerated, need's to find a residential program , that will take him out of jail. The court's have ordered him to a program , however we're finding trouble in placement, and a facility that will handle the transfer. If there is anyway you could help or be a resource, we would greatly appreciate it.Thankyou for your time....Timonthy Walter. |
| Who are you?: | Freedom Ranch Alumni |
| How did you find us?: | Word of Mouth |
| Name: | Jaye |
| Comments: | Just looking for a rehab facility for a friend. Very nice website and very informative. |
| Who are you?: | Just Looking |
| How did you find us?: | Search Engine |