That statement "there is a liquor store on every corner" to me, just means that no matter what, there is always a choice. One could go to that liquor store, or one could shut up and listen and follow the suggestions of others that helped keep them sober. For me, i was completely lost and knew that I could not do it alone, simply becuase my decisions were what got me to where i was. I needed the guidance of someone else to help me learn to live life without drinking.