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Old 04-25-2006, 06:40 AM
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El Gato
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Originally Posted by 51anna
Of course you can't pin your recovery to someone famous.

But, in my opinion, when addicts in the public eye, live healthy and productive lives, it shows society that we can recover and we can succeed. It's a positive thing and maybe helps to alleviate some of the stigma attached to alcoholism.
I agree. Last night I was watching 'American Dream' on CNBC. Prolly the ONLY one watching.. lol Anyway businessman Red McCombs says he has been sober since 1977. I enjoyed his story exept for the part where he said all addicts are liar's, cheats & theives.
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