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Avra It bothers me too. Unfortunately we have a whole host of issues with mother in law, and some big relationship issues. I don't want to say anything now for fear of a situation blowing up in my face and adding a lot of stress, which will of course make everything worse. I plan to address it at some point, but don't want to this early in sobriety.
I get that. Some people take it as a personal criticism when you won't join them drinking. I would just repeat "no thanks" or "no, I'm good" (said with a smile) each time she tries to push a drink on you. The less you say about it the less it can become a big discussion. Shrug your shoulders (with that smile stuck on) when she complains about you spoiling the fun. With any luck she will eventually give up. Good luck!