Thanks ever so much for the genuine words you left. Finally someone who understands the pain of a disease that is totally self-inflicted. What hurts the most is that just one year ago my brother and I nursed her back to health after a two-week hospital stay. The doctors said if she stopped now the liver would regenerate, but if not she would be dead in a year. And sure enough one year in a month later she was gone. Sad part is I stopped speaking to her about a month and a half before she died due to her bitterness, anger and the face that seeing her killing herself was far too much to bear. Yes. I do have guilt, but I know in my heart we didn't stand there and do nothing. We did try and help, but ultimately it was her choice. She had so much to live for. 12-grandchildren whom she loved dearly. I cry everyday for my mom. My heart aches and there is nothing I can do to bring her back. My mom was a beautiful person. So kind-hearted and giving. She always put others before herself. Thanks so much for sharing your story. Its a place like this that will help me through the most difficult time in my life! Bless you and please feel free to keep in touch as much as possible.