Hi cazer,
Thank you for posting. I would also question the depth and truth of that apology. It sounds like quacking to me.
And I would know. I am in a tough spot, too. I've been apart from my ABF for almost 6 months, and today he tells me he went to detox over the weekend (the first admission of how serious his problem is) and that he wants a future together.
I have gotten stronger and have been feeling better with the break we've had, and was horrified how quickly I slipped back into the magical thinking.
I didn't promise anything, just told him I loved him and wished him well. I figure time will tell if he's on the road to real recovery, or not. And meanwhile, I am safe, and focusing on myself, and just trying to be ok.
Wanted you to know you have another friend out here...
Spider