R. W. Young knows firsthand the pain and suffering caused by chemical abuse. At first, he set out to publish several poems that he wrote while attending several treatment centers over the years. Ho...view moreR. W. Young knows firsthand the pain and suffering caused by chemical abuse. At first, he set out to publish several poems that he wrote while attending several treatment centers over the years. However, the alarming drug abuse (and deaths) that occurred during the pandemic, convinced him to write about his experience, in the hope that this will help another who is also looking for a way out of drug and alcohol slavery.Mr. Young is recently retired from the hospitality industry, and currently resides in his adopted city, Philadelphia, PA. He enjoys writing, frequent exercise and caring for Dakota, his canine friend.view less