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Tom: Hey, I'm worried about being an alcoholic.

Satan: Yeah?

Tom: I drink and smoke a lot, almost everyday.

Satan: Why?

Tom: I'm not sure. I think life is kinda boring right now.

Satan: So you're not having trouble keeping up with things?

Tom: No. I mean, that's one of the classic signs of addiction isn't it? I think I'm just bored and dissatisfied with the day to day state of things. On top of that, I can complete my daily tasks with half my brain tied behind my back. There's no reason to be sober. That's why I dont have any problems drinking at work. Or before I'm at work. And after.

Satan: Wow. You'd better do something.

Tom: What the fuck am I supposed to do? School isn't back in for another 2 months, I don't have the money for summer school, and to go anywhere or do anything interesting I'd have to use my France money.

Satan: Shit man, I don't know. Read a book. Volunteer somewhere.

Tom: Okay.