Originally Posted by
jacksdaughter 
Thank you so much for all your input. I think we will establish new alcohol free traditions.
I think that is a kind and thoughtful thing to do.
As a long-term recovering alcoholic/addict (22 years), I stayed away from anything alcohol-related for a long time. I make no apologies for that. Early recovery is extremely difficult.
I am grateful that I was surrounded by an extended family of others also in recovery.