I found myself shunning adult social interaction because I was so angry at alcohol and what it did to my loved one. Most adults are not alcoholics, they are responsible drinkers.
Part of our recovery is social interaction with other adults and the more we do it the more we see and recognize the problem is not alcohol but the alcoholic.
I missed many opportunities to get out of myself and my sadness by staying away from social events based solely on the possible presents of alcohol.
Your right it is baby steps, its a constant forward movement when we are ready to take the next step then the next.
Enjoy the fireworks with your child and cherish the magical look on her happy little face.
**{hugs}}