First off, I would like to thank "anonymous" for contributing to the cause. (you have no idea how greatful I am)
My story...I will keep simple, being one of a gambler since my divorce, and have not done well, am on the verge of losing everything that I have. The good news is that I have not been to a casino, poker game, or anything for many months, and have seen that I can go through life physically without the "chance". Bad news is that I have nothing, except a son that I cannot afford to buy gifts, or support on the days that I have him, and before long, will probably not have a place for him to come to to spend with me. Throughout the course of my "problem" one cannot imagine the damage caused. On the bright side, I have sought assistance to recover, and knock on wood, have not had a relapse.
Even though it is on the verge of being so far behind, and being too late to save what little there is to save, Hopefully others will join in and assist me in helping save what is left.