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I was reminiscing about college days and how my first roommate became addicted to marijuana. Eventually, the constant drug use made communication impossible, and we went our separate ways. When I read that AJ died a few years back, I was sorry. I also know many people who self-medicate to cope. I don't know for certain, but I imagine the drug use shortened his life. I hope he died in peace.

While weed could help your mood soften
Dear roommate you toked too often
The pot you would smoke 
On you played a joke 
As you're at rest in a coffin

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Duke Beaufort

Date: 7/29/2025 5:15:00 PM

Sara, perhaps we're contemporaries because there were a lot of drugs on campus when I went to school as well. I remember being on a date with a girl who I thought was pretty hot. I picked her up to go to a Red Sox game. Someone came to her door, and I found out she was a drug dealer. Incredible stuff. These are the things we never forget. Smiles!!

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 7/29/2025 4:18:00 PM

such poignant words. Lots of drugs on campus during my college days. I recall the gal who lived next door took some bad heroin and started literally climbing the walls. I could hear her trying to scratch her way to the top. We called our dorm 'mother' who sent campus police. She was escorted away and never returned. okay, rambling.

I Am Anaya

Date: 7/7/2025 8:27:00 AM

I wouldn't say no to a toke at a drum-circle with some red wine, yet i'm not a stoner and to be honest I find that it is the ones with addictive personalities and hangups, that run out of luck, so sad for them. Most of us are too sensitive for the high and use it only on a special occasion others for medicinal use. Intriguing DB!

Duke Beaufort
Date: 7/11/2025 10:26:00 AM

Anaya, that's kind of you to tell me. I think many people are using it sensibly and that kind of use is up to each person. Moderation is a long-held sensible approach that has served societies well for thousands of years. Yes, we do feel some sorrow for persons who become addicted to things. It makes for a lot of destructive happenings in their immediate surroundings. Smiles!!

Aysha Nuwas

Date: 7/7/2025 1:09:00 AM

I smiled, peace and love.

Duke Beaufort
Date: 7/11/2025 10:12:00 AM

Thanks Aysha, it helps if we can relate to each other in a normal and rational fashion. I feel so sorry for everyone who has this kind of frustration. I think we all get tired of it after a bit of time, and it becomes easier to walk away rather than subject ourselves to it. Smiles!!!

Arthur Vaso

Date: 6/29/2025 11:10:00 PM

"as you rest in a coffin, still coughing" LOL

Duke Beaufort
Date: 7/4/2025 7:49:00 AM

Hi Arthur, just a sad story...just one of many. Life is short, and it amazes me how many things exist to make it shorter and less pleasurable. Facing reality and dealing with issues appropriately seems to escape many people. It's not too late if we want to look at things with some realism and humility. I think you do that and I commend you for it! I'm thinking that I will likely cry when I die as I'll feel sadness....however, there will be mostly tears of joy since I have prepared myself for it. LOL!!! Smiles!!

Tom Woody

Date: 6/29/2025 12:15:00 PM

Before I became JW I indulged a good bit, but never the heavy stuff like some of my friends. Angel dust, LSD, coke. Those scared me and I'm so grateful I didn't subject my mind to all of that. Heck, I'd be nuttier than I am already! Sorry bout yer former bud

Duke Beaufort
Date: 6/29/2025 5:00:00 PM

C'mon Tom....you're the sanest person here! Lucky for you finding some inner peace through religious beliefs. I'm sorry too. He was not getting something he needed, and that's unfortunate. I tried to be a friend way back when, but it was very difficult. It all goes to the you can lead a horse to water principle. We can only really control ourselves. Peace and smiles the natural way!!!

Jan Allison

Date: 6/29/2025 11:50:00 AM

Another serious subject dealt with in your wonderful limerick style. Lets hope he is at peace Duke. write on my friend:-) hugs jan xx

Duke Beaufort
Date: 6/29/2025 12:15:00 PM

Jan, I do hope his life was OK, satisfying, and that he was able to bring some happiness to others. I have a feeling he never addressed many of the issues he had, and that is unfortunate. None of lives forever, and we should try to prepare for our end by taking care of ourselves, our families, and our friends to the extent needed to satisfy the demands of life. If we have things that bother us, it's likely best to take care of them sooner rather than later. Drug abuse definitely postpones that job. Smiles!!

Lin Lane

Date: 6/29/2025 11:41:00 AM

I can't imagine putting up with a roommate who did that. Guess he paid the ultimate price for his pleasures of old.

Duke Beaufort
Date: 6/29/2025 12:11:00 PM

Lin, it's pretty sad. We had common interests, but the difficulty relating to someone who was often high was too much for me. I read an account of someone who knew AJ and he reportedly cried as his life was coming to a close. It's a long story. I hope to be able to smile when I die since we only have that opportunity once and might as well enjoy it!! Smiles!!

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