Originally Posted by
cynical one 
Family can only be cheerleaders from the sidelines.
Families and loved ones can be so much more than cheerleaders on the sidelines. They can be front and center in the Addict's life along with the professionals and other recovering addicts.
There is a form of family-based recovery that talks of rewarding good/sober behavior in an addict. To make sober life more enjoyable than a using life.
The husband is proud of his 30 days - he wants to share his accomplishment with you - not just the other addicts in the room.
If you decide not to attend for your own reasons - maybe there is something privately outside of the meeting room that can be done.
Carrie