Wow....
Thanks to all of you for the fantastic response. Feeling kind of blue today as it was not the answers I wanted to hear but you are all so conclusive that the answer is NO...
Now I need to figure out how to mentally get myself ready to take the next step forward. As I mentioned I need a push and I am sure I can get it from this forum. I intend now to make an appointment with my doctor to talk about this further and see how they can help me with some medication for the withdrawls.
Many thanks to you all. I will keep you updated and be a regular on this forum from now on.
All teh best to you all