Hi Seiceps,
One day at a time my dear; that's all you gotta think about for the moment.
Get back into writing, you said you missed it? Every time, you feel like having a drink, pick up a pen and write, you never know what will come out of that.
As for the buddhism thing, I'm actually thinking of doing it as well, the whole quiet and meditation, I think it's a healthy thing so maybe you can start practise meditating or even perhaps going back into it.
I'm so glad that your friend wrote you and expressed how much you meant to her, that's amazing and that's love. I'm sure that put a big smile in your face and in your heart, hold on to things like that, those are the kind of people and actions that will help you heal and help you in your road to recovery.
Sending you a big, warm and huge hug!
Much love,
Mydee