[Lazamataz]

For the next week all we will hear is what a "tragedy" her death is. These photos that Jim posted help bring it down to earth that she did it all to herself.

It really is a tragedy. Perhaps only another addict, a recovering one such as me, truly can empathize and understand, but it is a true tragedy when one is exposed to the Program of Recovery and then goes back out. There's a softer, gentler way to live, and some people just cannot embrace that.

We completely lose the power of choice over drugs and alcohol. We are COMPLETELY defenseless against our first drink or drug.

Only our Higher Power can relieve us of active addiction.

[eyedigress]

Dude I have been to hell and back myself. It is such a shame that such a beautiful talent cannot get that freedom.

[xp38]

Thanks for your presence here on FR.

[peggybac]

Amen to that. I learned that lesson 21 years ago Feb. 17.