I really wish you understand how drinking can make a HUGE negative impact on you, physically, mentally and emotianlly not just on you but your kids as well.
I used to be an alcoholic and when BD happened I completely switched it around, almost like I had to TURN off the drinking switch, which by the grace of GOD, I was able to.
Now I drink on occasion and its only a couple at a time since I now know the damage alcohol can cause.
Anyhow I apologize for the sermon, just really looking out for you and your boys.
Keep it up brother, our situations are so similar.
MY W was always away on business trips for several days, then come home and she would do her classes, almost like I was the father and mother at the same time all while working, working around the house, getting kids ready, dinner, etc.