Derringer

That is classic text book alcoholism.

'it'll be different this time'

The big book of Alcoholics Anonymous sites dozens of such cases .... its been the catch cry of many a relapse.

Alcoholics thinking and drinking hasn't changed, some say the big book is outdated because it was written 80 odd years ago, but it is still as relevant today as it ever was because, its still all the same old **** going on (and on and on).

If you're going to read a book try that.

A couple of quotes

“The idea that somehow, someday he will control and enjoy his drinking is the great obsession of every abnormal drinker.” p.30

“Many of us felt that we had plenty of character. There was a tremendous urge to cease forever. Yet we found it impossible. This is the baffling feature of alcoholism as we know it – this utter inability to leave it alone, no matter how great the necessity or the wish.” p.34

By permission AA World Services Inc.