Relationship in Recovery

Sunday afternoon, I'm on a break at work.....had a peaceful evening last night.....got good sleep....nice morning....life, if I stop to appreciate it, is good.... My bf "sneaked out" yesterday to buy me a Christmas present, and got interviewed by the local news team out talking to shoppers.....LOL.....he came in and "confessed" and apologized my present will not be a surprize this year.......it's on the news......hehehe Since he quit gambling, he has been a different person.  He is nicer.....his bills are slowly beginning to get caught up.....he is much more open with me.....he is starting to think about rebuilding the relationships with his family.  He surprizes me with flowers, a lovely card, brings home my favorite Won Ton Soup.....he has started working on his creative projects again.... We still have our issues.....but without the constant stress caused by gambling, our relationship has definitely improved.  It may take a while for this all to sink in....I keep waiting for the other shoe to drop!   Our lives may go in separate directions now that we aren't locked into being gambling partners....but what matters is we can both be free from the slavery of addiction...and are beginning to be free to grow as people... to renew and realize our dreams and goals....and to repair, rebuild, and renew our relationships with our family and friends as well. Wishing all my friends a wonderful day....and sending you my thanks for all the support I have been given... Big Hugs, Much Love....Dianne