Sorry you are struggling a bit Marty. Yes alcohol is always everywhere but now it's a little bit more everywhere. Loads of special offers too. I have been sober four years but I saw litre bottle's of vodka for the same price as when I was buying them. Incredible really considering the cost of living and how everything else has gone up so much.
I think of alcohol far too much and the fact that I notice prices isn't good either. The other day I did have a little thought of just drinking for Christmas, I mean as if!!
Glad you have your holiday to look forward to and I hope your man friends mental health improves soon