Garden Sanctuary:  A Space to Remember

In many ways the community at FTR is strong, however we all know at any time, one of us could fall.  It is the knowledge that we are all susceptible to relapse, or even death which propels us to live life so passionately.  We never condemn those we loose to the disease of addiction.  They are powerful teachers.  Many of us knew Quinn.  He ran a men's group in the early days at the gym.  His smile was as big as his muscles!  

It is in his memory and many others, that FTR is carving out a space.  It will be a space for quiet one on one talks.  It happens all the time, someone shows up to the gym, they're having a rough day and they just need a friend to listen.  

FTR member Matt Kendall and Quinn's mother, Barbara Talbot, are heading the effort to build a tranquil spot under a shady tree near the FTR garden.  Please give generously to our LUGU campaign to make this space as beautiful as the memories of our friends.

On February 10, FTR celebrated its second anniversary with a crowd of 150 and the energy of a thousand! "Festival of the Four Pillars," was a huge success, thanks to the mammoth efforts of Team FTR under the tireless coordination of Stephanie Roque. Interactive stations offered attendees glimpses into our 4-Pillar activities. Most touching were the testimonials, written and presented by FTR members, including Matt Martin, Matt Kendall, Maya Geary, Fred Lane and James Peterson under the creative direction of Sarah Kappos. Our deepest thanks to all who contributed, both financially and with their generous time.