Patch, I am pleased to meet you, my name is Diane & I am pretty new to SR. The addict in my life is my 40 yr old son. My 1st husband was a compulsive gambler though so I was familiar with the 12step programs & addiction.
So glad to see you are doing nice things for yourself. As Amnn said " life is meant to be enjoyed " and is she ever right.
Hope things continue to get better for you.
Love,
Diane