mavis, you r getting stong in your recovery.that is good.don't be to hard on your mom, just hope she does read the book & maybe you can talk to her.you are right,back then we did not have the resourses we do today. things were pushed swept under the rug so to speak.things just were not talked about like they are today.the world has changed alot since my kids were really little,very different than today.i wish i had of had someone to talk to,advise me, meetings & ect. when i was 1st married to my kids alcoholic fathers. i am really proud of you & your reccovery.you are shining. hugs,hope