I don't know if it's just my background, personality or what, but I think this is, by far, one of the best threads I've ever seen online.
Mondo, I wouldn't be too concerned with what I think. But if you are, let me tell you how your post has changed how I think of you. I've gained a ton of respect for you for not only opening up but also for the person you've become after the ride. I love to see stories where someone experiences something and comes out the other side with a better understanding of what events took place. Believe me, I know for a fact that many people can't do that, they can't even look outside the box at all which is one of the biggest reasons for addiction and family suffering. I'm living proof of that.
I agree with your post but have a bit of trouble with the drugs not being bad. I'm not a lobbyist of any kind, but I'd rather see most drugs stay illegal. I've just witnessed too much crap and how it's destroyed people, their families and their own lives by addiction. You look at cigarettes, which should be illegal, and how many people are addicted to them. All the rest of the drugs are no different, including booze. The general population isn't even well educated on the effects of alcohol for cyring out loud, it's crazy.
The other thing I think of when reading these posts is my daughter. She's always at the front of my mind, and I worry that she will experiment. Actually, I'm not really as worried about that as I should be, I am worried though how she'll come out the other end. The thought of my little girl sticking a needle in my arm is enough to give me stomach cramps. I know and accept the fact that she'll likely experiment on something, I just hope she feels the confidence, security and comfort in being able to tell me about it.
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