You know, the truth is.... I always figured I'd die from alcohol. Still might. But I always pictured a lot more quick and violent.
Then again, I don't know anybody who died of natural causes (even alcoholism like you describe) and a whole list that got murdered, died of accident, or OD'd.
Interesting post. Take care,
-TB, reflecting on dying slow
ETA: Oh yeah, and welcome... sorry for no manners, but you got me thinkin'...