Shaktee,
That reply to Mlalok has to be the most eloquent, honest heart-opening share I have ever heard...in my life.
I have been to thousands of AA and Al-anon meetings and I have never heard any alcholic ever say it the way you did....what a gift you gave every family member who has ever loved an alcoholic or addict!
You said what we always thought was true, but couldnt quite believe. To hear you say it.......knocks my socks off. If you give me permission, I would *LOVE* to re-post in on the friends/family forum.....You will give all of them hope and help to read your words....