person A: My dad used to be a pretty heavy drinker_comma_ it caused a few problems in our familiy.
person B: That is very sad_comma_ did he ever get sober?
person A: Yes he finally stopped drinking a few years ago_comma_ I was very proud of him and was able to have a real relationship with him.
person B: That is so great_comma_ I hope you have found some healing and closure to the difficulties it caused when you were younger. 