I didn't realize the "booze" thing may have been an issue.

Actually, I was just trying to brighten you up a bit.

But you're going through a really rough patch, I know. And the stuff with your son, well, no parent should ever have to go there.

All we can do is hold your hand (in cyber-space), until you find some kind of peace.

And I'm not going to give you the "life hands you lemons, so you make lemonade" speech. When my son left 5 years ago, I made so much lemonade I could throw up.

No, you'll deal with what your dealing with, however you can deal with it.

All I can do is wish you and your family well.

Melody