24 for today please. 5:42 EST.
Went out with friends last night to visit historic local house decorated for Christmas. Had pizza after. Everyone else had wine. I had diet coke. I had to explain why I wasn't having any wine. "acid reflux" is my official story. Not a big deal last night. Everyone commented how bad the wine was. I thought about how I was the year before. How if I was still drinking I would have pre-gamed big time before going out. How different I am now.
Tonight the neighbors are having a Christmas party. They know I'm not drinking so I don't have to explain anything. No one cares. I must say, I'm not really looking forward to this. I used to get really buzzed before & during this event. I'd even go back home in the middle to 'let the dog out' and sneak a couple of quick drinks. This will be a whole different experience. Maybe I'll leave for a bit and let the dogs out. Have some quiet time with the dogs and then go back. A little break will help. Not interested in drinking so no worries there.
Anyway, enjoy your weekend everyone. Thanks for being here.