Bluerskies, on Sep 4, 2008, my son overdosed on heroin, a week before your friend. He was 41 years old and hadn't used in 9 years. We never thought he would use again. The dreaded phone call was such a shock, I still have a hard time believing it happened.
There is nothing we could have done, bluerskies. You have to go on living, and one way I have found to do that is to help others. Maybe you could volunteer your time for a good cause. You would be surprised how doing for others helps you to feel better about yourself. I am sorry for your loss, and hope you find some peace.
Love,
Joey's mum
Katy