ugh... posting here to avoid the temptation of going out with friends tonight to hear a band. Thanksgiving Eve is a night where I typically get smashed while out seeing old friends. It’s helping to post here because I’m realizing that most of those going out are home from college, way younger than me, and I should just keep my a$$ home. I thought about offering to drive as that would keep my from drinking but I think it’s going to be crowded and annoying if sober. Whew! Glad I posted here. Feeling a bit better.

Anyone rlse going through this tonight?

You made the right call! Nothing wrong with a peaceful evening at home. 🙂

Struggling right now even though Im with supportive family. Almost told them I decided to drink again.

Sat down on my hotel bed for a few min to re group. We are all traveling together from different states.

I am beyond grateful to be going to bed sober. It makes me see what a beast that AV really can be. Thankful for this forum and I’ll be checking in here again tomorrow. The mother in law will be here at noon and I’m determined to not let that woman take anymore of my serenity than she already has. Hope everyone has a great night!

I hear ya. We went out last night for milkshakes instead of drinks. Kids could come along, no one was embarrassing because they had too much milkshake. I think it’s a nice, new Thanksgiving eve tradition to establish and something the family can look forward to.