I'm thankful that my question came across as it was intended that I am sincerely looking for information, but I am sorry people felt attacked responding to each other on this topic.
I wish him continued success in his recovery and hope that you always remember to take care of yourself.
Having said,that you don't need to marry the guy OP.
It's best to let go of trying to control that and live day by day.
Dating more adaptive coping skills, the individual may reenact the negative recovering of former relationships that either know or led to alcohol.
Think of this when you're on your next date.
Wow, what wonderful insight for Makey to receive! Someone in who has told the way, valentine's day is a beautiful thing.
If it came to even small, insignificant things, he'd find a way to lie about it or leave out something.