It's noble of you to want to go as to not let people down - but won't you let at least some of them down by drinking and getting messy?
even more importantly won't you be letting yourself down?
I think it is terrible timing especially as you're admitting to being a bit wobbly right now and you're going to be around heavy drinkers.
Still the task is not impossible and I wish you the best - some tips here.
http://www.soberrecovery.com/forums/...val-guide.html
Forget the moderation nonsense. Thats for other people.
Remember - it's the first drink that does all the damage, not the last.
It might just been one drink now but it could mean the start of a years long binge too.
I took one night off not drinking in 2004 - didn't get sober again til 2007.
There really is a lot at stake. Make good choices Gabe
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ps there's no need to detail the ins and outs of your struggle. The correct response to do you want a drink is no thanks - thats all anyone needs to know.
If they push it, tell them you're allergic & you break out in handcuffs or something