One thing that makes me nervous is seeing a particular good friend this
weekend who is going through a terrible time. We always drink when
we're together. I'm assuming she will have the bottle(s) of wine
breathing when I get there. Given her stressful situation (husband
very sick) I am nervous about "springing" this on her, that I don't
want to drink. And I'm nervous about the temptation. I rehearsed
things I could say, and have decided an abbreviated version of the
truth-- this crisis has made me aware my drinking is out of control and
has been for a long long time. Then I will bring out the loose leaf
tea and brew a pot. Wish me luck!
