Dint have much to add, but following your thread, strongenuf.
I hope you can stay clear and get a little more fed up.
Those kids will respond with initial confusion, but if you get out( get him out), they will most likely beam with relief relatively soon.
He will not change unless you make a stand for you.
You have made it pretty comfy for him to drink, and be abusive.
Alcoholism and abusive behavior are both progressive conditions; they will not just go away, but rather accelerate unless YOU make a change.
His work is his addiction and his abusive behavior.
Your work is happening right now with these realizations and the next step is action.
One action a day, if you are overwhelmed.
Tell your family he abuses you.
Tell the social worker.
Tell yourself.
Don't think your kids don't see, feel and learn this behavior.
We are all rooting for you.
Any step toward heSling and protecting yourself is a step in the right direction!