Originally Posted by
Osakis 
Wow. Kinda discouraging. Honestly, I have no real expectation that my brother will stay sober forever. I'm just hoping to keep him alive at least as long as my mother lives, as it would be so devastating to her if he dies.
Could you clarify what sort of responses you expected?
One thing I've seen around here at SR is that people tend to be honest and straightforward for the most part.
Have you ever considered turning your brother over to your HP or God?