Hi Less
I dunno which is more awkward tho - no one talking about me and my drinking, or that being the sole topic of conversation around the table.
I've had both - and I prefer the former
All I can say is it doesn't bother me now - it's the new (now quite old) normal.
People only know me as a non drinker, or a guy who used to drink way too much in the dim distant past.
I really think that's the right perspective.
I'm many more things than simply an alcoholic
Enjoy your dinner!
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