You know, I mostly lurk, but I have to comment on this thread- I am APPALLED and DISGUSTED by all the judgementalism and sanctimonious comments posted above. Silly me, I guess I was naive in thinking that this was a forum where we attempted to support each other???? Why is it some hard for some people to understand that NA/AA does not work for everyone? Actually, Vinters post was not inappropriate at all- it only would have been in the 12-Step forums. Why is everyone so opposed to opiate maintenance programs? Are you all jealous or resentful or something? Sheesh, live and let live! I tried NA and while I got 9 months clean, I was miserable and thought of getting high every minute of those 9 months. All the praying, step-writing, basic text-thumping was useless against the cravings, sorry to burst ya'lls bubbles. I have been on Suboxone for 6 weeks and plan to stay on it forever. I am no longer imprisoned by cravings, I am living the full and productive life I was always meant to live. If you all want to call me a functioning junkie and "not really clean", go right ahead. "Living well is the best revenge." You have my full support, Vinter.
