Worrying Uncle’s Destructive Drinking

This heartfelt letter expresses deep concern for the writer’s maternal uncle, who has been struggling with excessive drinking and its detrimental effects. Despite warnings from doctors and the erosion of his intestinal walls due to alcohol, he continues to drink due to the stress in his life. The uncle’s destructive drinking patterns began after a divorce that took place shortly after his marriage, leaving him devastated and longing for a healthier, happier life with his ex-wife and remaining family. The writer’s mother, as the uncle’s only sister, is deeply distressed by his situation, leading to further worry for the writer.