Originally Posted by Berrybean

And as for getting payment up front - well, considering the field we're looking at that seems only sensible to me. I haven't met many alcoholics who come to recovery without outstanding bills after all.

When we're anxious we can take things awfully personally. It can be hard to remember that this is what that lady does day in and day out. If that's the way they do it then it is. It's not a personal slight. Just try to keep your eye on the prize. Sobriety. Recovery. Serenity. New life.

BB