Q Should charcoal sales be banned except near barbecue sites?
My partner killed himself using charcoal. He had numerous problems in his life related to money, family, his job, psychological and a host of other issues which remain hidden to this day.
He was a lovely man, we loved him and everyone liked him, but we didn't know the depth of his troubles. Some of us will forever regret such inadequacy on our parts in failing to help him. He was, however, determined.
Had charcoal been available in only a few restricted outlets, he would still have obtained what he needed. It would have made no difference. This 'solution', while attempting to be thoughtful and helpful, really misses the point.
I think the point should be to love one another to such an extent that the troubles we all face can be shared and faced together. Lovers, family and friends should be more tolerant of those around them, more giving of time and more understanding.
This sort of thing would really help prevent suicide more effectively than restricting the sale of charcoal.