cyberwolf, my thoughts and prayers go out to you. I grew up with an alcoholic/addict mother and a step-father who beat my mom. I can soo relate to all of you when ya say "I never knew what I was coming home to." My mom also hid her liquor. I found it in all sorts of crazy places...one time in the dishwasher! Of course, I'd pour it out, argue with her, and she'd just go get more
Best wishes