Wow! I'm disturbed with how much crime you deal with in your area. Thats a real scary place to live. But alcohol isn't going to change the environment you live in at all. All at most it will do is put a cloak over it, and in all honestly, the way you make it sound I would want my full attention at all times.
I truly am glad to see you are taking the sober route. Dealing with reality can be hell on wheels sometimes. But not being under the influence yields better decision making. Ultimately, you will feel better and better each day.
As for your husband, he may feel resentful of your decision maybe? Im sure he has clearly noticed. Some people say they dont care if you want to quit. But Im finding out in my personal life (only been sober 2 weeks), that some of my drinking pals don't like the fact I quit. But while others praise the fact I did, and are very proud. Those are the ones who are true friends.
Anyways thanks for sharing! and Welcome to SR!
-Ryan