I have a friend who has a helluva problem.  A nearest and dearest of his is a compulsive gambler.  This is the closest I’ve been to the problem myself – it’s so far removed and still so terrifying.  He’s so frustrated – his heroic measures, cashing out his 401K, living on a shoestring budget and selflessly sending his money to this person, have been like spitting into the ocean. Or yelling into a black hole. But even less enjoyable. Read the rest of this entry »