Andrew, I'm sorry the past year has been such a painful one with the loss of Tory and Jonathan. Tory was a vivacious lady - witty and full of laughter. So many of us have known and lost loved ones to addiction but have not been aware or understood how devastating it can be. We wonder (often too late) if there was anything we could have done to help. As you point out, addiction is a monster that devours money, hopes, dreams, relationships, and ultimately lives. Losing someone dear does not mean their goodness and spirit will be forgotten by those who knew them best.
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Andrew, I'm sorry the past year has been such a painful one with the loss of Tory and Jonathan. Tory was a vivacious lady - witty and full of laughter. So many of us have known and lost loved ones to addiction but have not been aware or understood how devastating it can be. We wonder (often too late) if there was anything we could have done to help. As you point out, addiction is a monster that devours money, hopes, dreams, relationships, and ultimately lives. Losing someone dear does not mean their goodness and spirit will be forgotten by those who knew them best.
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