My day...m
I spent the day with our old college friends...over 30 people including tons of small children.
I was so concerned that it would be a big drunk fest. And it was not.
You know...most people are able to just a few drinks, not be drunk and be normal social and fun people. I even had a glass of wine.
My husband did not drink at all, nor did my pregnant friend and one other husband (who I did not know, he was some NA beer).
And there were a few who were out of control. One mom was falling down drunk in the yard by mid afternoon. She has 4 young children. I felt so sad for her., she was a big drinker in college and has a serious problem with alcohol and pills. Her husband was furious.
THAT was an eye opener for me. To see that his anger and his rage was totally and completely unhelpful and did nothing to stop her from drinking. I was in his exact position many times and learned that the rage is more destructive than anything else. It was interesting to me to feel only pity and sorrow for this woman, not embarrassment or anger.
I am glad we saw everyone today. I miss being social. I do love to be around people and good food and laughter. And the world does not revolve around alcohol....I must remeber that.
Jenny