FENTANYL POISONING: Blake Miller's Story

A mother, Debra Henderson, shares her story of the loss of her 29-year-old son to fentanyl poisoning.

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[BoardsportsGroup]

"I saw the freight train coming... I just didn't know how to stop it" 💔
Mama - you weren't the driver, that's why you couldn't stop it.
My sincerest condolences for your loss - stay strong.

[davide.b]

You could physically see her feel the things she was remembering. I feel for these parents. 💔

[Cloudzcocomelon]

She lost her husband and then her son?! I can't imagine the devastation! I commend this woman's strength!🙏 So sorry you have to live with this❤️

[deborahduncan]

We lost our son at 19 he was in the National Gaurd going into The Army. He was a voletary fireman. Don’t give up sweetheart Give d can heal the heart.

[mikedenton]

Blake was the most kind hearted person I think I have ever known.

[ericaperretta]

Sounds just like my son. My baby passed at 23 . I miss him so much. He was a son, a brother, and a grandson . We all miss him so much. My baby is gone forever.

[vjw]

You did NOT fail your child Momma. I feel your pain!

[lynnfarley]

My son broke his back racing dirt bikes at 16 years old. Same experience- he got opiods for it & was addicted. He has struggled for over 15 years. With the fentenal in everything now we have seen many die. All around him. Guys in rehab.. guys even on staff at rehab. Over dose & gone. Every day I live with that reality- im not the same. I tell him I love him. Tell him he can openly talk about any relapse & say keep trying. It's not a failure if you get up & keep trying. This crisis reminds me of the Bible story of King Herod killing all the babies to avoid Jesus being king. There is something evil out there folks- it wants our kids. Pray & yes educate.. then pray more. My deepest condolences to this mom. Thank you for sharing your story.

[merrisl]

Dear Debra, so sorry for your loss. Pease don't feel you've failed Blake through lack of education on drugs. I'm a RN, counsellor, and about your age, and still knew nothing about fentanyl abuse or poisoning until very recently. Our children live in another world to us. Thank you for sharing your story, I can see it was hard to do. I hope you find some peace.

[slayingthabullshyt]

Ma’am you did all of the right things, it’s not your fault. I’m a recovering addict and would never blame my mommy or daddy for my addiction issues. Was raised in a upper class household, private school education, traveling and exploring the world positively. Got sick, toe nail had to be removed. The pain is indescribable, plus it got infected. I was given Percocets and Vicodin tablets highest dose of each pill. The pill made me feel energetic, kept fears at bay, just made me feel good. Then one day I realized I didn’t just want hem I needed them for survival. My parents put me in rehabilitation center, I did good but failed bc I wasn’t ready, relapsed. It was hard, scary, fentanyl poisoning. 9 Narcan were used, they fought for me. That’s when I decided I wanted to be clean and have been for over 3 yrs. I didnt want to hurt my family again. I think straight and I’m happy. I plan on doing talks at school, I simply want to save children from this demon.

[ObamAmerican]

Addiction is the cruelest master. Thank you for sharing Blake's story.

[DanielLy]

I am 2 months clean today. These videos help me to realize how lucky I am to still be alive. I am sorry for your loss and I know Blake is in a better place. Addiction is a disease, not a character flaw like so many people think it is. Thank you for sharing your burden, it’s not your fault.

[people_watcher]

This one hit me harder than most. Im so sorry for the loss of your son ma'am. Lots of virtual hugs and prayers.

[pambeamon]

This is my story but I am a 64 year old woman in recovery from pain medication addiction. This is so real people! I am blessed I am almost five years clean. My heart goes out to this mom. Praying for you!

[TheJostle]

Seeing these mums blame themselves is utterly heartbreaking! She never has to question or doubt how much she loved and continues to love her son though. Life can be so cruel! If only love was enough to save them like she said. So selfless and brave of her to share her sons story x

[LorendaDrabek]

Blake was a brilliant, vibrant, compassionate, and loving person. He was my nephew. His mother fought valiantly for him.
Make no mistake, this issue is deeper than it seems. Ask yourself why the illicit drug industry ( it is an industry!) would introduce something so lethal into their product. Why would they risk killing their customers? Doesn't make a whole lot of sense to me.
Blakers, I can't wait to see you again in Heaven. Save me a spot at the table between you and Ash. ❤

[paulaellis]

As a Mom who lost my son, to overdose also. It is the good memories that keep me going. Wishing you love and light!

[kathykay]

OMG! This mother;s pain is heartbreaking....no parent should have to bury a child. RIP Blake and peace to his mother.

[roseandrews]

Please do not blame yourself anymore, dear woman. It is easy to see how much you loved your son.

[wellwait]

The 12 month live in rehabilitation facility my cousin was put into required the addicts to pick a “partner” and that’s how I got involved. I met so many councilors and doctors that confirmed what this mother said about “never growing up”. I met thousands of people in the program during those 12 months and most of them were childlike but streetwise… such a strange combination. Ma’am I am so sorry for loss and pray you find your peace. Also praying for all the users, both addicts and dabblers, please say no more before it’s too late. And no matter what you’ve done it is ONLY too late when you’ve passed.