“I was one of the first apprentices to join the beekeeping program.

 

At that time I really felt that I had no reason to live. I was essentially lost in a deep dark place. From the first day in the program, I began to feel that there was something good in this for me. Each day I looked forward to the work that was scheduled. Each day I could feel myself being lifted out of the low place I was in. And then one day I knew that I was back. That I had become someone of value and that there was a future ahead of me that was good and worthwhile. That was 7 years ago, and I am full of life and I have found goodness in life again. There could not be a better program anywhere for those who need help.”

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Don graduated with a degree in Agricultural Management. He was one of the top students in his class graduating with honors. He now has his own very successful business."