What purple squirrel said...
But as a single mother who works on yearly contract...just breathe, then strategize. You are way more resourceful than you feel right now. And turn this over to your HP to open a new door for you. Then keep your eyes open for those doors... don't let one pass you by without a thorough investigation of the potentials behind it.
Lastly - comfort? From an alcoholic? That needs to go... I know its a hard one to throw out but that is your own stinkin thinkin. They can't comfort; they aren't even in touch with their OWN feelings, much less anyone else's.