You Never Think it Would Happen Close to Home - Never Forgotten: a Foster's Home Community

Howard · 09-18-2010, 01:38 PM

I have buried people in sobriety and recovery, but I never thought I would have to do it so close to home and family. We lost a dear friend in our family, to an overdose. I am angry - not at her, but the disease alcoholism, or addiction itself.

I remember when this woman was born, and I watched her grow up the first 15 years (lost sight after she became an adult). The last time I saw her, was in 2001 at her father's (my Uncle's) 60th birthday. Even then, she appeared distant although friendly.

I will stop now, because I am at a loss of words...

Cassini90125 · 09-18-2010, 01:45 PM

Sorry for your loss, dude. I'm here if you need to talk.

Sparky · 09-18-2010, 05:26 PM

I lost a friend to alcoholism too. That's why it upsets me when people brag about how drunk they like to get or how drunk they want to get at an event etc. Its nothing to be proud of.

Imaginary Light · 09-18-2010, 05:28 PM

I'm sorry.

I knew people who've died from overdoses as well, and I know that it's a really hard thing to deal with. I really hope you and those close to you and your late friend are able to get through this, I really do.

Lucky · 09-18-2010, 06:49 PM

I'm really, really sorry

taranchula · 09-18-2010, 08:25 PM

My deepest condolences to you about the loss of your friend, it's always sad to see someone cut down in the prime of their lives due to personal demons.

Green Blockhead · 09-22-2010, 07:31 AM

Mega sorry

Howard · 09-22-2010, 05:15 PM

Thanks for all of your thoughts and condolences. I feel a little better, and I am back at work being the productive person again.

Lynnie · 09-24-2010, 02:28 PM

So she was your first cousin? That's extremely tragic and I can understand the anger. I'm deeply sorry for your family's loss.

09-18-2010, 01:38 PM	#1
Howard Desert Rat Only the best! Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: AZ desert Posts: 1,356	You Never Think it Would Happen Close to Home I have buried people in sobriety and recovery, but I never thought I would have to do it so close to home and family. We lost a dear friend in our family, to an overdose. I am angry - not at her, but the disease alcoholism, or addiction itself. I remember when this woman was born, and I watched her grow up the first 15 years (lost sight after she became an adult). The last time I saw her, was in 2001 at her father's (my Uncle's) 60th birthday. Even then, she appeared distant although friendly. I will stop now, because I am at a loss of words...

09-18-2010, 01:45 PM	#2
Cassini90125 The Postmaster Love gives you courage that's stronger than anything! Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Saturn Posts: 6,645	Sorry for your loss, dude. I'm here if you need to talk. __________________ "Frankie! That weird kid is using a flower pot for a cup!" Sailor Moon. Best Anime EVER.

09-18-2010, 05:26 PM	#3
Sparky Undisputed Ruler of Terrencania Am not Slave-O-Matic! Am Johnny Five! Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 5,711	I lost a friend to alcoholism too. That's why it upsets me when people brag about how drunk they like to get or how drunk they want to get at an event etc. Its nothing to be proud of. __________________ Custom Machine Embroidery & More

09-18-2010, 05:28 PM	#4
Imaginary Light Princess of Zingapore, Wisconsin Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: New York Posts: 1,746	I'm sorry. I knew people who've died from overdoses as well, and I know that it's a really hard thing to deal with. I really hope you and those close to you and your late friend are able to get through this, I really do. __________________ Facebook Youtube Instagram

09-18-2010, 06:49 PM	#5
Lucky Settling In I'M PIERRE'S GIRLFRIEND! Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Third Street School Posts: 85	I'm really, really sorry __________________ The cutest kid ever ---- http://www.youtube.com/user/kablamoi.../3/nLQ4tiMDm8U Check out my YT account!

09-18-2010, 08:25 PM	#6
taranchula Agent: Deep Bloo You guys have your red headed cartoon crushes and I have mine! Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Baconland...er I mean Canada. Posts: 2,772	My deepest condolences to you about the loss of your friend, it's always sad to see someone cut down in the prime of their lives due to personal demons. __________________ Founder, Owner, President, Chairman, CEO, CFO and Charter member of the "Never Leave Steve" Fan Club! ~Founded: May 21 2006~

09-22-2010, 07:31 AM	#7
Green Blockhead Banned Most Hilarious Foster's Scene ever. AHHH!!!!! Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Not today, stalkers. Posts: 48	Mega sorry

09-22-2010, 05:15 PM	#8
Howard Desert Rat Only the best! Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: AZ desert Posts: 1,356	Thanks for all of your thoughts and condolences. I feel a little better, and I am back at work being the productive person again.

09-24-2010, 02:28 PM	#9
Lynnie Lady of Brightwood Dream maker, wherever you're going I'm going your way Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: The Emerald City, in the Evergreen State, where everything is GREEN Posts: 2,419	So she was your first cousin? That's extremely tragic and I can understand the anger. I'm deeply sorry for your family's loss. __________________ MySpace-Facebook-LiveJournal-Y!Profile-Dragon Cave