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05-16-2009, 04:30 AM

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serenityqueen

Attitude of Gratitude

Join Date: Sep 2007

Location: Dayton, Ohio

Posts: 2,305

WELCOME TO THE SR FAMILY!

Unforunately I have to agree, it sure sounds like he's drinking again. I'm glad you found us and shared what's going on. There is a tremendous amt of support here on SR as well as some fantastic friendships to be made.

Be prepared to hear all kinds of wild excuses for why he smells like alcohol. As a recovering alcoholic & addict, I know how "creative" our minds can be when trying to cover our tracks. When someone who has an addict or alcoholic in their lives asks me, I usually tell them that if it sounds like BS, it probably is BS. Have you considered going to Alanon? I know you'll find a huge amt of face to face support from others who are in the same position that you are.

I hope you'll continue to share, read through the threads and remember that we care!

God Bless,
Judy