Toph... I hope the universe blesses you for the decency and love you show for trying to help a friend out. I was a drunk for years; I knew I was outta control but I persisted anyway...that's where addiction comes in. I've been sober now for 8 months and am now starting to feel like a human being again. While drunk I completely got away from lifting and being a veg. Now I am ready to start progessing forward, I'm still carrying alot of bloat from the drinking days. My story is I sobered up in 1989 until 1994, relapsed until 05 then on August 28th of 05 got sober again. I had several little nondrinking days but this is the longest period of sobriety I have had in years and I am enjoying it one day at a time. It took me several small, false starts before my recovery kicked in this time. In the bottom of my heart I know I made it back because folks were praying for me. Keep you buddy in your heart, let him know you are there whenever he is ready to stop the madness. His recovery may not take on the first try or the thirtieth but he can keep trying if he wants it. Its tough to watch some in your life flounder around. By keeping yourself sane, in shape and emotionally balanced you are doing the best thing you can....living by example. It's always easier to watch a sermon than it is to listen. Drop me an email if I can help in anyway. TonyB
