Originally Posted by
fini 
Mxdad,
just to say i hope you'll consider checking out and getting connected to the "friends and family" forums farther down the forums lit.
both the secular and the 12-step ones might be of much use to you.
I think that's an excellent suggestion, fini.
Here's the link Mxdad.
Friends and Family of Alcoholics - SoberRecovery : Alcoholism Drug Addiction Help and Information