Welcome to our SR Family Jane
I hate that you are affected by the disease of alcoholism/addiction but I am so very glad that you are do what is best for YOU - reaching out for help.
Let me tell you what Al-Anon and SR has and is doing for me - allowing me to live Happy, Joyous and Free regardless of the actions, attitudes and consequences of an alcoholic/addict husband, addict daughter, 4 other daughters and a big family of untreated al-anon's.
I still go thru very painful experiences, heartbreaks and tough times - but during those rough roads, I have a support system, a program of recovery and a Higher Power that is there for me to help survive those crisis situations.
I hope that you will find the same. You deserve it.
Wishing you Serenity, Joy & Love,
Rita