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We had our house meeting with the sober houses last night. Two of the girls from Rob’s house asked me to get there a little early. They had a gift for me. It is a framed picture of the star night, taken on the day that Rob died. Amber and Heather… Thank you for this incredible gift. I love it! You girls make me feel so loved. What you wrote on it, the location being Rob’s house and everything about … Read More

Today was the Say Nope To Dope Walk. Connor, I remember your sister Sky dating Rob. I told Rob to treat her good and that her brother was the star football player for Century, so he better watch out lol Now, years later, Rob was able to be a part of saving your life. It’s crazy how a connection years ago can lead to a wonderful story of hope today. Connor, it was great to see you today. It is … Read More

Sylvia Blair and I were selling our book, “Reclaiming My Life, at the Sykesville Farmers Market this weekend!

Jeffrey, Erin, and the rest of No Ragrets, My heart is full ♥️ 💔 ♥️ Thank you all!

I remember meeting this man for the first time. I was broken, and I was trying to find a way to make a difference and heal from losing Rob. It was obvious from the moment that I met him, he was a good person. Before long, I became a community partner with his office. Together, we were able to get people off of the streets and straight into detox. I remember Brian referring to Rising Above Addiction as, “detox on … Read More

Dimitri, Looks like you had a great day! Great people, great cause and great event! Twelve to Life MC, Clean & Sober Even got to see my favorite little guy. Declan, you are the cutest ♥️

Rising Above Addiction is DONATING four doves, to be released, at the 1st Annual HOFFA Classic. Each dove will be released in honor of a loved one who has passed away from an overdose. If you would like to have a dove released in honor of your loved one, please comment below, or you can contact me directly.

Incredibly blessed and flooded with many different emotions. The rain created an illusion of a rainbow on my camera. So appropriate, as a rainbow is a sign of hope. Thank you KoHN Creative for doing an amazing design!

Thank you, Nick Tzenov for the most incredible gift of capturing the essence of my Rob in this picture. Every time that I look at this picture, I can almost feel his presence of life. Look for the billboard coming on Route 140, Westminster, in loving memory of Rob. I am honored to be given the opportunity to bring awareness to overdose, break stigmas and honor the lives lost to this terrible disease. You will see the logo of Rising … Read More