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Old 06-22-2008, 01:18 PM
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Default Staying sober can drive you to drink.


We live in a world of alcohol. Not easy to avoid. Visit my blog at www.alcoholism-alifesentence.blogspot.com and see my light hearted article on this subject. What do you think?
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Dearest Alanb,What a touching story...I was in very similar shape just a few months ago.i will read this again if i ever forget what hell was like and think that a drink is the answer to anything...Thanks so much...Evie
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You have come a long long way Alan. Well done - very inspirational.
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I too read Alans story. Amazing

Evie B - How do doctors in OZ react to the use of topa. in Australia. I'm a new melbourne girl and attempting to get a prescription next week.
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Your story broke my heart but gave me encouragement. What a long way you have come. Prayers for your continued struggle. I hope each day gets easier.
You sure do clean-up well
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Got it bookmarked... some awesome and straightforward stuff in there! Will be returning to read some more. Thanks
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A heartrending read, Alan, you've gone through so much.. Thank you for sharing. Will be reading it again when I return home from work.
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Old 08-21-2008, 10:56 AM
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I was feeling SORRY FOR MYSELF TODAY...Glad I saw this again...That could be me(but for the grace of GOD)...No Weathers STORM can cause the pain that AL can....
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