My Intoduction

My name is Michelle Rook. I am a 32 year old, recently divorced, single mother of two perfect little boys. My main purpose is to create a good environment for those boys and raise them to be gentlemen. I live life to the fullest and take it all one day at a time. My theory is always do what I can today to get to my bigger goals of tomorrow.

On January 4th, 2012 I made a decision to change for the better. I entered into the McShin Foundation and learned how to take certain steps that showed me how to maintain long-term recovery from my substance use disorder. This was not my first attempt, but thus far it has been the longest success I've had with it, and God willing it will continue that way! I am truly grateful to have found this new way of life.

When I was younger I had dreams of becoming a veterinarian. When I graduated in 2000 my parents found a program in South Africa that I could work one-on-one with the best vet in that country. My heart has been stuck there ever since I returned to the United States, although during my addiction I lost sight of that, it has reawaken since I've gotten clean. I know it's unrealistic to run off to South Africa with my children, but I have hopes of opening a game preserve or some type of hunting facility here, or in Florida(where my family is).

Well that's pretty much who I am. I look forward to getting to know some of you. This is my first class in 14 years so please work with me guys! Any suggestions on balancing responsibilities without getting overwhelmed would be greatly appreciated.