hey dustin,

i know exactly what you're talking about. I used to be the same way, i would get depressed at the mention of alcohol/drugs.....i believe it was because i felt stupid and "left out" for not drinking/doing drugs....yup, when i look back, i realize how terrible it sounds, but thats how i felt. one is perfectly "cool" if they dont take part in that stuff....in fact, its even cooler to not do that stuff, particularly if its for the wrong reason. dont feel ashamed for not doing stuff like that, my emotions led me into a great deal of trouble as i felt obligated to try these things......they left me in a ****** place, and its just not worth it.

take care dusty,
melissa