The drug topic is a very complex one. I feel that i have a very good perspective on this subject because i started doing drugs myself at 14 and just stopped one year ago at age 25. Back then i was brainwashed like everybody else. The say no to drugs campaign brainwashes everyone. I would judge and shun those who did drugs. But i soon started hanging out with kids that did drugs. I didn't do any with them but it did give me exposure. I started asking questions about the effects of this or that drug. After about 6 months my views had changed and i decided i wanted to try something. Now 12 years later, i do not regret any of the decisions i have made. I have been a hard core partier for most of my life. Luckily, i didn't get "burnt" like alot of people i know have. I guess i was so smart that i had enough cells to kill off. Although i do feel some after effects from all the partying, i will ever regret any of the experiences that i put myself through because with out those experiences i would not be the person i am today and i really,really like myself! You should never shun ANYONE for any choices that they may make in their lives. This is very immature. Everyone has to go through their own individual trials and tribulations for their own spiritual growth. As do you. And how would you feel if people shunned you because of choices YOU made in your life? Not very good right? I have had some amazing experiences on certain drugs like acid or X. I wouldn't trade those experiences for ANYTHING. But i am growing up now and my priorities have changed. Forming bonds with family members and focusing on my career are tops on my priority list now. Not just getting messed up at every possible moment. I think drugs are very useful in that they help open up people minds that were once closed. ANd to see life and people in a new incredible light. I think everyone should experiment but never forget where your responsibilities lie. This is when you start to get into trouble. Luckily, i never forgot what was important. If you would like to discuss this any further email me .....cidalrain@yahoo.com