I would not make a big commitment with an alcoholic until it's been years of sobriety. The reality is, there is always chance of relapse, and nine months is not long.
That being said, I don't want to discredit her either because it's wonderful she is doing this, and she cannot make time go any faster than it does. If it's meant to work, it does not have to be a now or never situation.
That is just my .02
Hugs.