HBO Free Preview
I know that this post is kinda out of the sphere of what we normally refer to as a "freebie" but I think it's worth a mention. From today through Sunday, HBO is offering a FREE viewing of thier latest documentary series "Addiction". I just watched it and it seems that the entire scope of chemical addiction are covered: what the disease does to addicts, family and the negative social ramifications (cost of services, increased demands on law enforcement including crime & incarceration, and burdens on the social service system. This is a great production and I would STRONGLY advise watching it with your older children (too graphic for the wee ones). Here is a link to a listing of which cities and cable providers are offering this important service .....