Splitimage, I am just now reading your post. I am sorry I was not here to support you. I don't know if this has any part to play in your situation, but when I got close to the 6 month mark I had an increase in urges to drink. My mentor (sponsor like person) said it was common. It did seem like the urges got better once I got through my 6 month mark.

I hope you are continuing to improve.