thanks darylb41, but its not the simple. i love this girl, and she's been accepting of me despite my shortcomings. i'm not just going to up and leave her because of her's. like i said, she's a wonderful girl and i think that she has a lot to offer me during my recovery as long as she doesn't bring me down due to this issue. I will be staying keenly aware of its evolution (whether i like it or not), and if it turns into something that is too damaging to me, then i might just have to take your up on your advice.
-Brent