Norma Watkins
Monday, 6/10/02, 6:27 PM
I am sorry that Hillory was not able to finish her life and enjoy being a young women. I have a daughter who 18 years old. She has just graduated from High School "Cum Laude", and was a very good little girl. Now she wants to experience life, I talk to her every day about the dangers of young men and how even a close friend will take adavantage of her. However, she thinks she is invesible. I had her look at the web site, hoping it will make her think twice about taking any drinks from any friend or stranger. God Bless
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Rick D. Gonzales
Saturday, 5/25/02, 1:21 AM
My deepest sorrow goes out to you. I have two daughters, and they are both nearing that critical age, where Dads and Moms have to start worrying, and hoping that their children make the right decesions in life. Again, my heart goes out to you, with the tragic loss of your beautiful little girl. Rick Gonzales
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Lisa Goodman DuBose
Monday, 5/20/02, 2:48 PM
Great website! My family was very blessed to be friends with the Farias Family.
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stephanie
Tuesday, 5/14/02, 4:22 PM
that is very tragic from your i leanred alot thank you
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Stacey
Tuesday, 4/30/02, 10:40 PM
My brother just recently died from this horrible drug and I am hoping to reach other people who have been through this in hopes of ending this unbelievable drug. My brother was 24 and like many others always lookes for that way to 'feel good'. He was found dead on January 22, 2002. I have been in contact with a great person named Trinka who is retired from the Los Angeles police department in the narcotics division. She has hopes on starting a campain in this area. I just want your family to know that you are no the only people who have ahd to face this. I hope your pain has lessened and that you have found peace! God bless you all:) Stacey
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Joe Haulbrook
Monday, 4/29/02, 7:33 AM
Attention: Raul & Ruben Farias It's been a very long time since we've seen each other, and I'm overwhelming sorry for the loss of Hillory. I was researching GHB for a lesson I was preparing for my Health class (7th grade,Hall County Georgia), when I came across your site. Why am I NOT surprised to hear what an outstanding student Hillory was, or what a special young lady she was becoming...After all, look at her heritage. I know her Uncles...Too often in life, we leave things unsaid, until it's too late. Let me take this opportunity to say what a privelage it always was to say I knew both of you. As they did in High School, our lives have led us down different paths, but my respect for you both never waivered. Now more than ever, I'm proud to say I know you. Taking a situation of such tragedy and turning it into something to help others is ... heroic. Somewhere in Heaven, Hillory is proud of you all... and filled by Gods'grace and your love, she's smiling. As you have done, and continue to do, I will not let your loss be in vain. In weeks (and maybe even years) to come I'll ask my students to come to your website... No doubt, Hillory's life will affect the live's of my students, and my own children. My prayers will be with you. Once again, I'm sorry for your loss, but extremely grateful for your courage. Joe Haulbrook
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New Jersey
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Carrie
Thursday, 4/11/02, 5:08 PM
I am so sorry for your loss. I have a 19-year old son and I warn him constantly about this type of thing. I keep my fingers crossed. She daughter looked like such a wonderful girl. I wish I would have known her. Carrie Taylor
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Las Vegas Nevaa
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AMY LASATER
Wednesday, 4/10/02, 8:09 AM
I went to school with Hillory, but I had only spoken to her a couple of times. I do know how well- liked she was, and how she always wore a smile on her face. I am sincerely sorry for the loss in your entire family, and thank you for your dedication in informing others of this.
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Pamelia D. Zoshak
Monday, 4/1/02, 12:16 PM
I would just like to ay that my prayers are with your family and that I thank you for haring such a tragic story. Thank you for caring and having love left in your hearts to want to try and save other lives. May God Bless you always. Pam Zoshak
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Diboll, Texas
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Deputy Robert DiCarlo
Friday, 3/29/02, 7:36 AM
I am the youth officer for the Barnstable County Sheriff's Office in Barnstable, Massachusetts. During the last 10-12 months I have been actively educating youth and parents on the dangers of designer drugs. I had taped a special off tv several months ago in which Hillory was one of the individuals covered. I applaud you and your family for everything you are doing to pass the message along re: how dangerous and deadly these drugs are. My philosophy is the more people we can touch, educate and inform the less we will have to read, see and have impact lives across the nation. Next week I am speaking at a local High School to address over 800 students and Hillory's story is one that I cover. Please keep the faith and continue your endeavors. Sincerely, Deputy Robert DiCarlo
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Barnstable, Massachusetts
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Jeffrey M. Graham
Monday, 3/25/02, 7:14 AM
I am very sorry for your loss. I am a police officer and D.A.R.E. Officer for my city. I try my best to help kids, but it seems to get more difficult and frustrating all the time. Seing your daughters face makes me realize that I have to keep trying no matter what. Once again, I am deeply sorry. Jeff
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Perrysburg Ohio
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Kim Wilke
Friday, 2/15/02, 9:30 AM
Hello. I am sorry for your loss, this world is full of clueless, shallow people. I have learned this the hard way and that I must watch my back around everyone. I was drugged with GHB three months ago. Luckily I knew something was wrong and I immediately called my boyfriend to come get me right away. I spent the next 48 hours afterwards trying to figure out why I felt the way I did. Apparently someone slipped GHB into my drink when I was in the bathroom. The sad part is I was out with "friends" at the time. I knew I was drugged because a carring soul came forward to tell me. Thankfully the dosage was not enough to kill me but I got to experience the after effects of a non- controlled substance. My advice to all is never let your drink out of your sight and if you do find out you have been drugged, call the police immediately!
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Milwaukee, WI
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23
Angie Tello
Friday, 2/1/02, 9:55 AM
Thank you for this info i will keep this in my mind with my sons also and my family teenagers.I am caring women and want life safe for my son.Thank you very much for the info bye rico.
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Garland,Tx
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TIFF
Wednesday, 1/30/02, 7:05 PM
THIS IS SO SAD!!!
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Mary
Saturday, 1/19/02, 8:47 AM
I just wanted to thank you for sharing your daughter with me. I have two teenage children that have been experimenting with Meth another deadly drug. I am a loss as to what to say or do anymore and have been turning to other parents for help. I came upon your life story and your loss. I am deaply sorry for your loss. I could never imagine what you feel. I did want to tell you that I am also a paramedic and worked in Chicago for 8 years, we picked up a boy that was 15 and someone had slipped GHB into his soda,at the time we didn't know what it was, there is no drug out there to reverse the effects of it, he stayed in his coma for about 12 hours, Thankfully he awoke and when I went back to see him he was crying, he thought the people that were with him that night were his friends. They obviously weren't. After that night I educated myself on the drug and what we can do on the street setting medically what we could do, unfortunatley there is not much we can do. I commend you for your making the public aware of this horrible drug facing our youth, and I am sorry that it had to come from such a terrible loss. I will keep your family in our daily prayers. God Bless you and the work that you do. Mary
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KATHY KEANRS~ZAMBARANO
Friday, 1/11/02, 11:27 AM
I JUST ON DECEBER 19, 2001 GOT A CALL THAT MY 21 YEAR OLD SON . .SHANE HAD OVERDOSED AND WAS DEAD BECAUSE A "FREIND" GAVE HIM GHB. I HAVE SCINCE WROTE A EULOGY ATTEND HIS WAKEAND BURIED HIM WITH MY MOM IN MY DADS CEMETARY PLOT. DEVESTAED, HEARTSICK , HEARTBROKEN , AND NOT KNOWING YET IF OR HOW THIS CAN TRULEY BE REAL! I HAVE NOR MY FAMILY HAVE EVER HEARD OF THIS DRUG........... SOMETHING NEEDS TO BE DONE .. THEWORD NEEDS TO GET OUTTHERETHIS DRUG IS ALIVE AND KILLING KIDS !! PLEASE PRAY FOR MY SON AND ALL OTHERS WHO HAVE FALLEN TO THIS EVIL, KATHY... Shanes mom :(
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Tuesday, 1/8/02, 11:45 AM
Linda
Thursday, 1/3/02, 5:56 AM
I was looking up GHB being clueless as to what it is, and came upon the site which had a link to Hillory's page. I am so sorry that you lost your daughter. IT should not have happened! I feel for your loss, almost being in your place, but for the grace of God and angels looking over my daughter WHEN THE SAME THING HAPPENED TO HER! A teen club, a soda, and some one INTENTIONALLY putting this drug in her soda while she left it unattended!!! Seeing her in the ER. The coma, the respirator, the Over dose medication not working, pumping her stomach, filling it with charcoal, and finally, a few hours later, her finally coming back to life little by little, but still being on the respirator over night. IF I had a video of this event, I wonder if it could smarten these kids up, so they WOULD not do this! I think someone intentionally wanted her to Over dose! How could kids be SO stupid? Again, I am so sorry for your loss, and I am really happy to know that you are actively educating parents about this totally tragic event that happened to your family.
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sarah
Thursday, 12/20/01, 7:40 AM
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kalamazoo MI
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Harlee
Thursday, 12/20/01, 6:41 AM
Hello! I was answering a email I received only to see your website attached. I am so sorry for your loss. Your doing a great job with this site, she would be very proud. I was once drugged actually twice. Once I was in my twenties and once was last year. Last year was the rohipnal. I can guarantee I spelt that wrong. Anyway, here at a club in Conroe. He was a punk-ass loser from Conroe. Hes actually well known for it. But being new to Conroe and the whole dating thing again I let my guard down. I almost lost my life, my car, my friends, all my money, credit cards and jewelry. Teenagers are so niave these days and too trusting. I see it in my daughters. But the best way to get these losers is thru the media. Sad but true. Your doing a great job. I thank god everyday for my life. I wonder what he has in store for me everyday. God Bless your family as he has blessed me.
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Conroe, Texas
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Maggie
Sunday, 12/16/01, 10:25 PM
I was researching the drug GHB for a school project. I did not know much about it, especially how harmful it can be. I feel so badly for your family as well as those unaware of the effects and unknowing victims.
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PA, USA
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Maria I Rodriguez
Thursday, 11/29/01, 12:25 PM
First of all I am so sorry about what happened to Hillory. I also want to thank you as a mother of 3 girls and 2 boys for sharing your story and letting us know of the dangers our kids face our there. Two of my girls are teens and they are starting to get offers to go to parties. I will sit and share this page with them because as parents we can only watch them when they are with us. Thank you so much!!!!!
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Houston, Tx
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Cynthia Rojas
Wednesday, 11/28/01, 8:51 AM
My heart goes out to all the Farias family! May God bless you and always be with you in accomplishing your goals to make everyone aware of these drugs! I came across this page through Raul Farias. I have 2 children of my own, and it's because of families like yours, with your strories of pain and loss, that we try our best to protect our children from all harm. The web page looks great. I'm sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.
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Rhonda Gabler
Friday, 11/23/01, 3:56 AM
This homepage has been so beautifully done. Hillary's story brought tears to my eyes. Education and awareness is the key to protecting others.
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SugarLand,Tx.
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Jamie Lobello
Thursday, 11/1/01, 1:06 PM
I'm a friend of Ruben's and I just thought I would let you all know that I was thinking of you. I never had the opportunity to know Hillory but I feel like I know her through Ruben. I think it's great that you all are raising drug awarness. Keep up the good work!!
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Houston, TX
Jamie Lobello
Thursday, 11/1/01, 1:01 PM
I'm a friend of Ruben's
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Houston, TX
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25
JuleeAnna Lee (Hoff)
Thursday, 11/1/01, 12:44 PM
WOW! What a wonderful tribute to Hillory, a wonderful young lady. This is a great opportunity for people to learn more about the drug and even relate to the misfortune we have all experienced. Hillory is truly missed by all of us who had the privilege of knowing or for that matter even teaching her. Thanks for the information. Love to you all, JuleeAnna
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Sukki Choi
Thursday, 11/1/01, 9:56 AM
My heart is go out to the family of Hillory. I have a daughter and went to the same high school with Hillory, I can't even discribe how sad it is, it could it happen to any ones. I am very sorry and sad to the Hillory's mom. My deepest sympathy and prayers are always with Hillory's parent and families. Love, Sukki
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La Porte, TX
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Marty ottinger
Sunday, 10/28/01, 3:46 PM
I,m sorry to hear about your lost.On April 2nd.we lost our 22yearold son Josh to GHB which he was given at a party.We had never heard of this drug till this terrible day. I will pray for your family. With our prays, Marty,Linda Leah& Jeremy Ottinger
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Susan Passmore
Thursday, 10/25/01, 8:12 AM
Thanks for the information on your website. I'll share it with my students in Deer Park. Hi, Ruben! Susan
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La Porte
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Evangelina Farias/Eva
Thursday, 10/18/01, 6:32 PM
I agree with you on trusting any one.I'm sorry for what happend to Hillory.I think she's a prety girl and I also think that she would of done something great,because she looks like a smart girl in the pictures.I wouldnt realy know much of getting drinks from someone alse,since I dont realy go out to parties though I've always been tought to never get any drink that someone alse gives me.Not many girls have been tought this so I think this is a great thing you guy's are doing to help other girls now.It was an accedent in finding this sight though I'm glad I found it ,because it's tought me somethig new.I hope other girls also come and visit this web site and learn soething just like I did. Your friend always, Eva Farias
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Olivehurst,CA
Amy
Wednesday, 10/17/01, 2:08 PM
I am a surivior of rape and GHB. I have the deepest symthonies for your family, and others who have lost loved ones from GHB, also the ones that have had a reaction from the drug. It is an awful thing, and if I had a chance to, I would make it so that it never excisted again. Amy Phelps
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California
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Fox
Tuesday, 10/2/01, 8:20 PM
God bless everyone that has spent time on this site. I can so see what you all are going through, and my prayers are with each and every person that reads this.
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Omaha
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Tiffany Waddle
Monday, 10/1/01, 3:09 PM
I am doing a presentation of the dangers of GHB in my Oral Communications class and I thought that this would be a good reference for the class because they are all females and I would like to warn them on the danger of this drug.
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ev
Monday, 9/24/01, 9:44 PM
I pray that Jesus' love will fill the void in your life. He is the master healer. "God is our refuge and strength, our ever-present help in trouble, therefore we will not fear, though the earth make shake and the mountains fall into the depths of the sea." Psalm 46.
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Gina
Tuesday, 9/18/01, 9:00 AM
I keep trying to do more. I am a tiny woman who was slipped rohypnol at a club, friends & family didn't see me get abducted; then gang raped by a group of men and women in Europe, stabbed, sliced up and left for dead. One was HIV+ his wife AIDS. (they walked free). I now have hepatic necrosis (dying liver). I can't move or talk much and I can't help anymore. please be careful. watch your surroundings. I couldn't do more in the last six years and it's all over. Please be loud! I can only take your good wishes with me to Hillory. God Bless You Abundantly
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Bob Shields
Monday, 9/17/01, 1:40 PM
I am a licensed ATOD (alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs) counselor L.C.D.C. As a father (of grown boys)and grandfather of seven (6 girls) my heart and thoughts are with you in your tremendous loss. Bob S.
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Port Neches, Texas
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Alicia
Saturday, 9/15/01, 10:40 PM
tha same thing happened to me, I didn't know it effected do many other people, it's scary.
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Stephanie
Wednesday, 9/12/01, 5:11 PM
I appreciate this site and the fact that even though your family suffered a terrible loss, you are still kind enough to make an effort to help others become aware of the dangers involved in this drug. Thanks~ stephanie
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Tennessee
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18
Tiffany
Thursday, 9/6/01, 5:59 PM
I first off want to say that i am so sorry you had to lose hillary so soon. I was watching Ricky Lake i believe either yesterday or the day before and seen the stories of people who had died from GHB. It was honestly the first time i had really heard much about the drug, i just knew it was considered a date rape drug, although i was unaware of any of the effects it could have on a persons body. I am turning 17 on september 24th, which makes me so sad to know hillary was takin so soon. I have so many goals that i want to see come true, and i i have so many people in this world i love and hope to never leave. I am so much like hillary, ive never been to prom or had a first date, and i know how much those things must of meant to her because they mean so much to me. I am truely sorry about your loss, and i hope for healing in your family... sincerly, tiffany teneil, 17
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Northern Ca
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ev
Thursday, 8/23/01, 8:50 PM
my daughter alomost died because of ghb. it was the grace of God that saved her. i pray for healing in your family.
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Jennifer
Thursday, 8/16/01, 12:47 AM
My brother is addicted on GHB. I am scared to death for him. He has been on it for a year and cannot get off it. All he does is sleep, he got fired from his job and he is totally disoriented. He left his apartment to live with someone else. No one has heard from him and I am really getting worried. If anyone has any help please email me right away. Jennifer
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California
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Tanya Eiserer
Thursday, 8/9/01, 2:09 PM
I am working on a story about GHB and would like to make contact with the Farias family about their experience. I can be reached at 817-548-5475. Thank you.
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Ted Dunseith
Saturday, 7/7/01, 1:17 PM
I am a paramedic doing education on club and date rape clubs. Your site is helpful. also if you appeared on any tv programs i would be interested in knowing which one to get copies for class. Thank You and My prayers are with you and your family. Ted
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Myrtha Sanderson
Sunday, 7/1/01, 8:05 AM
I am very sorry about Hillary. She seems to be a young lady that would have have a very bright future. Thank you for sharing her story with us. I have to tell you I was exposed to GHB last year. Some friends of mine took me out for my birthday. We were at a club... having a good time. First let me tell you I am very careful with my drink when I am in a public place . When I go out I NEVER sit my drink down.... Not sure how the GHB was put in my drink... But it was. I only had one drink and did not finish that one. It was getting late and we were getting ready to go. I developed a sudden massive headache, and felt like I was going to pass out. I became very sick. GHB was the first thing that I thought of. I work in the medical field and was familiar with the symptoms. I knew that it wasn't alcohol. I did not have that much to drink. I had my friends take me to the hosiptal. I became very ill. The symptoms lasted for 2 days but I was very lucky..... I preach to my daughter about this all the time. The best advice I can give her is 1.) Always have a lid on your drink 2.) and never sit your drink down. That way no one can pour anything into your drink. I am very glad that this drug in now a controlled substance. I realize it will not prevent it from being on the street but at least it is illegal now. I am sorry for your loss and God bless your family...... Myrtha
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Walker, LA
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susan haas
Saturday, 5/26/01, 7:58 PM
I'm so sorry for your lost, Hillory was a beautiful young lady. I also have a daughter, and I cant even think what you may have been through. Susan
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Serina
Tuesday, 5/15/01, 12:47 PM
My heart goes out to you,the loss of a daughter is something no one should have to go through. But you have turned your loss into a gain for others, through this web site. I hope that people relize that GHB is not something to be taken lightly, here in Colorado where I live the drug has become very popular amongst the young adults at clubs and bars, I have seen vaey disturbing things as a result of this drug, and the use continues to rise. I hope that it doesn't take a tragdy, like what happend to your beloved daughter for people to grow up and relize that GHB can cause harm, it can even kill... I thank you for this site, and my prayers are with you and your family...
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Colorado
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22
Hernandez Family
Wednesday, 5/9/01, 1:16 PM
Thank you for letting me be part of your family for this time. I feel so sorry that Hillary did not get her chance in life. She is so beautiful and acheived a lot, I can tell. Thank you for making her a part of my life. You seem to take a lot of pride in your family and this is a beautiful thing that no one should take for granted. My Condolencesan love go out to you and your family. Lina
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Houston, Texas
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30
Teresa Morrone
Thursday, 5/3/01, 11:22 AM
My friend Sarah died 2 years ago. She started having seizures and had to be hospitalized. After a week her body began to break down, and she died. They couldn't find anything wrong with her. There were no drugs in her system. To this day, they still do not know the reason for her death. GHB is undected and I believe that is what she died from.
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