Originally Posted by
DayWalker 
Hey guys, been a while. I've somewhat been around, been reading but not posting much. Anyway...
Monday my best friend (only 58 yrs old) died suddenly of a massive heart attack. He's been by buddy/best friend for the past 10-11 yrs.
I've been sober for about 1 1/2 now....but the past 2-3 days I honestly have had thoughts about drinking again. I'm not stupid, I know it won't bring my buddy Bob back, but just being honest with you all.
Just kind'a in a fog the past few days. Could use a bit of help please.
Steve
I had alot of upsetting things happen in the last few days. I too, thought about drinking. I think I thought I would escape it all.
I called a sober woman friend from AA and shared my master plan.
She said, "That's not a good enough excuse."
She added that I have always come up with excuses to drink in the past and there are no more excuses.
I stayed sober.
A drink...who are we kidding...a drunk won't solve a thing.
Sorry to read of the loss of your friend. I am sure it is sad.
I think when we are sad, or in fear, or mad, or frustrated...our mind will tell us to escape with drink.
I look forward to the day this leaves me.