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Nice job. I know how hard that kind of situation can be.
I'm sorry you felt like an outsider. As someone whose family and friend groups is full of binge drinkers, I know that feeling well.
What works for me has always been leaving when I feel like it. I've also set boundaries with loved ones, which helped me prevent being in many -- but not all -- difficult situations. And my wife, kid, and I do a lot of fun, active stuff -- and more and more, people we know want in on that, which helps a ton.
Anyway, you're a champion. Way to go!
Thank you for your very friendly response! Much appreciated.
Yes, I was saying to my wife, if I had been drinking I probably would have fun. But I would have to spend a lot on an uber, get home drunk, and have a hangover all day. Now I am feeling great and I can do fun things with the family.
Take care.
Sure thing. Sounds like you really thought it through. I'm gonna borrow a page from your book during a slippery situation tomorrow. Thanks!