You have to remember that he made the bed; the fact that he has to lie in it is no reflection of you.
I can't speak to your situation or your beliefs, but I can say that someone who feels as if they have nothing doesn't let anything stop them from descending further along whatever dark path is before them. Letting your dad know that reconciliation is a possibility might do wonders in getting him to get his life on track.
Of course, some people are too pigheaded to heed such a wake-up call - and there's not much you can do for them. Sometimes you have to accept that if someone really is hell-bent on screwing their life up, you can't do a whole lot. Ever watch that show Intervention?
Sending some happy thoughts your way... - Joe
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