Wow..what a thread!
Hmm..the doctor suggested you abstain from drinking.
You did it for six weeks, and made a decision to go back to drinking.
You said you crave a drink....but, aren't addicted or believe the disease concept.
But, you have cut down, and haven't been drinking as much since posting here.
Everyone has shared their thoughts, ideas, experience, strength and hope.
The question remains though, are you going to follow doctors orders?
Your choice.