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Give Christmas Away! When I was little, Christmas around my house was always a big celebration. Generations of my family would gather Christmas Eve for a big formal dinner. After dinner, the family would pile into the living room to exchange gifts. One family member would be designated as “Santa” and would pass out the … Continued

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Growing up, I developed self-discipline through ice-skating. Because I was overweight and naturally clumsy, ice-skating was particularly challenging. Starting at the age of eight, I learned how to really work hard for something. By the time I was thirteen, I joined the team representing my rink here in Georgia. I discovered what it meant to … Continued

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I entered in The Extension on September 1, 2017. I came in a broken man. The choices I made, trying to feed my addiction turned me into a monster. I became dishonest, a liar, and a selfish human being. My only concern was getting and using drugs and alcohol. I didn’t care who I had … Continued

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Do you have a special person in your life or perhaps a group of people that mean a great deal to you? Groups could be the folks you work with perhaps or your church, and hopefully us? Are you struggling with finding that perfect gift? No worries—we’ve got you covered! Custom cornhole boards are what … Continued

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How fentanyl triggered the deadliest drug epidemic in U.S. history

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Fentanyl, a powerful painkiller, has become the leading cause of overdose deaths in America. It’s 50 times more powerful than heroin and up to 100 times more powerful than morphine.
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The Fear of Rejection in Addiction

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Addiction wants to leave loved ones in the dark as long as possible.
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Have you lost a loved one and need a safe place to grieve and be with others who have gone through the same process? The Compassionate Friends meet tomorrow at The Extension, 1507 Church Street Extension in Marietta at 11:30.
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What happens at a meeting? Can I bring a friend with me the first time for support? - The Compassionate Friends Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ'S).
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A big thank you to Alexander Keen and Special - T Office Furniture for donating 12 new tables for our classroom. Alexander and Justin Calvery were here on Friday to assemble the tables. To find out more about Special-T go to: www.specialt.net/ ... See MoreSee Less

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Great dudes, proud to all they and Special-T do.

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