Quote: "We're not in a normal R, Jennifer, we're in a dysfunctional one, so things can't be that way..."
Ugh. How about, "We're in whatever R we create. I'd rather work on creating a healthy R than wallow in dysfunction." Or, pointing out, "Gee, you seem really invested in keeping it that way."
I'm guessing Ellie wouldn't quite approve. I'm pretty skeptical of the disease model of assaholism. I prefer kick in the butt therapy over drugs.
It sounds like you're doing a pretty good job of being the adult in the family. Pat yourself on the back for that.
I'm pretty skeptical of the disease model of assaholism. I prefer kick in the butt therapy over drugs. 
