Miss P I know you have this under control right now. However, I know from reading the boards that many could not risk socialising with drinkers (albeit normal drinkers) too often, if at all. Their fear would be that 99% of times they will be strong and capable and confident but the 100th time the booze will win, and thats all it takes. I have also seen a lot of people talk about how the relapse didn't just happen....that over days or weeks they could feel their confidence kind of gently, subtly, convincing them that maybe one drink would not hurt too much. We know where that road leads. Personally I have decided to stay away from as many drinking occasions as possible for a few months and this means not seeing some of my friends for a little while. It means far more nights with Netflix than I would like. I just think I can't afford to take the risk right now. you really are doing a great job, just don't take on more risk than you need to. You could always arrive late for the brunch to cut the session short which might mean you are less likely to see it as a drinking occasion. Anyway, just my two cents.