Re: Well Said!
I'm not saying HST was a victim of anything; he had a sickness: addiction. I believe he had a life that most of us only dream of; unfortunately, his excesses caught up with him. What I'm annoyed by is that so many people think that addicts are weak willed and that it can't happen to them. Sadly, I've known several extemely decent people who have ended their own lives - some who spent years serving others.
It would be nice if everyone could live a life of certainty, but not everyone can. Some people live in torment. Some can't stand the fact they can't live up to who they think the should be, or what's expected of them. I think, rather than condemn them, maybe some of us should be grateful..."But for the grace of God, there go I."
Again, count your blessings.
I'm not saying HST was a victim of anything; he had a sickness: addiction. I believe he had a life that most of us only dream of; unfortunately, his excesses caught up with him. What I'm annoyed by is that so many people think that addicts are weak willed and that it can't happen to them. Sadly, I've known several extemely decent people who have ended their own lives - some who spent years serving others.
It would be nice if everyone could live a life of certainty, but not everyone can. Some people live in torment. Some can't stand the fact they can't live up to who they think the should be, or what's expected of them. I think, rather than condemn them, maybe some of us should be grateful..."But for the grace of God, there go I."
Again, count your blessings.