Its A Plant, I just wanted to express my hope that your dad will work through his troubles. My older brother just got out of the hospital after a very similar episode; he was drinking an absolute shitload, and ended up in a bathtub, with a half-assed suicide attempt. He has realized the extent of his depression and alcoholism, and is recovering. He's also about to get his Ph.D..funny how things work out. Anyway, I wanted to express my sympathy and empathy for your situation..

And I'm feeling pretty good. I'm continually filled with guilt over hiding my smoking from my parents, but aside from that, life's going relatively well.

Good to hear that your life is looking up.