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re: Super Religious family.. no alcohol on thanksgiving

Posted on 11/23/16 at 4:46 pm to
Posted by cas4t
Member since Jan 2010
71121 posts
Posted on 11/23/16 at 4:46 pm to
I'm doing it

We are drinking wine though tonight after dinner
Posted by GreatLakesTiger24
One State Solution
Member since May 2012
56493 posts
Posted on 11/23/16 at 4:49 pm to
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there are very few left like them.
you say that like it's a good thing
Posted by CelticDog
Member since Apr 2015
42867 posts
Posted on 11/23/16 at 4:50 pm to
Most of my family is AA.

Some who aren't AA should be.

So a dry evening is a good thing. Cuts down on the embarrassing rants.

My sister is hosting this one and there will be a decent wine for those not on the wagon.
Posted by Lawyered
The Sip
Member since Oct 2016
31198 posts
Posted on 11/23/16 at 4:51 pm to
My family is very reserved and there isn't much to talk about. it's so awkward . And no I'm not an alcoholic everyone , I'm just simply asking if anyone else has to deal with super strict rules at family gatherings.
Posted by Gris Gris
OTIS!NO RULES FOR SAUCES ON STEAK!!
Member since Feb 2008
48034 posts
Posted on 11/23/16 at 4:52 pm to
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So I'm going to my parents house tomorrow with my super religious old school grandparents and there will be no alcohol whatsoever.... anyone else in the same boat ??


What's the big deal about that?
Posted by tennvol
Member since Nov 2014
2495 posts
Posted on 11/23/16 at 4:54 pm to
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you say that like it's a good thing



It is a great thing, and if you can not appreciate that fact, you don't deserve them.
Posted by LSUEnvy
Hou via Lake Chas
Member since May 2011
12169 posts
Posted on 11/23/16 at 5:03 pm to
It's one day, give it up for the old folks man.
Posted by GreatLakesTiger24
One State Solution
Member since May 2012
56493 posts
Posted on 11/23/16 at 5:13 pm to
The only thing he said about his family was they are very strict and there will be no alcohol. Does that really make them better than families who do drink at family events?
Posted by RogerTheShrubber
Juneau, AK
Member since Jan 2009
265944 posts
Posted on 11/23/16 at 5:16 pm to
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simply asking if anyone else has to deal with super strict rules at family gatherings.


I have many times. You respect them and deal with it. If not, sneak you a little.
Posted by Mung
NorCal
Member since Aug 2007
9054 posts
Posted on 11/23/16 at 5:18 pm to
growing up we never had booze for TG, and my family was not relgious at all. maybe the occasional glass of cheap white wine. once i got to college TG eve was the day when all the college kids came home and got lit, then were hungover for TG.
Posted by dukke v
PLUTO
Member since Jul 2006
206786 posts
Posted on 11/23/16 at 5:27 pm to
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Lawyered



Suck it up PUNK..................
Posted by Hangit
The Green Swamp
Member since Aug 2014
40391 posts
Posted on 11/23/16 at 5:54 pm to
While you are grown, they are your grandparents and you should respect them even if their wishes are archaic. Nor having a few beers is not harmful to you.

Amuse yourself by spending your time thinking how grandma used to howl when her boyfriend before grandpa used to hit it doggy style, with a thumb kicker.

Posted by thickandthin
In The Zone
Member since Apr 2009
1205 posts
Posted on 11/23/16 at 6:02 pm to
I never drink much before eating. After eating a big meal I don't want to drink anyway. No big deal. Sneak in a flask if you must
Posted by Antonio Moss
Baton Rouge
Member since Mar 2006
48509 posts
Posted on 11/23/16 at 6:13 pm to
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Cherish your family, there are very few left like them.



Both my family and my wife's family are extremely close and incredibly accomplished and I can't think of a holiday we've had together in 13 years where we didn't drink alcohol. Drinking with my siblings and brother-in-laws is the very definition of a great time.

Maybe alcohol has no bearing on good families.
Posted by ElephantGA
North Palm Beach, Fl
Member since Sep 2015
540 posts
Posted on 11/23/16 at 6:15 pm to
My family usually has a good amount of wine and beer. We all enjoy the time together and generally will play some type of game together. I mean, no one gets shite faced.

I'm used to having it so to me it would feel weird not to, but if my gf family didn't drink I wouldn't die, but will admit would rather have something to sip on.
Posted by Bama323_15
Member since Jan 2013
2100 posts
Posted on 11/23/16 at 6:48 pm to
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So I'm going to my parents house tomorrow with my super religious old school grandparents and there will be no alcohol whatsoever.... anyone else in the same boat ??


Your options as I see them:
a. Respect grandparents beliefs/wishes and do not consume alcohol while at the family get together. (Result - no chance of negative feelings as a result of your actions)

b. Ask your grandparents/parents if they would be ok with your having alcohol to drink at the get together. (Result- very little chance of negative feelings as a result of your actions)

c. Sneak drinks of alcohol in some manner. (Result - If discovered, fairly good chance of creating negative feelings as a result of your actions)

d. Openly bring alcohol with you and drink. (Result - Fairly good chance of creating negative feelings as a result of your actions.)

I would suggest option A or B.

My parents do not approve of alcohol. However, myself and my brothers and sister are ok with alcohol. Our parents know we consume alcohol and are fine with it because:
1. We consume in moderation
2. When in our parents presence we respect their wishes and do not drink at get togethers.

I would much rather go home knowing I was respectful of my parents/grandparents wishes than go home with a buzz and my elders perceive me as being disrespectful.

Posted by Lawyered
The Sip
Member since Oct 2016
31198 posts
Posted on 11/23/16 at 6:57 pm to
Appreciate the feedback, however my mom has come down with a horrible stomach bug so I think I'm staying home for thanksgiving because I have to work the next several days and I can't afford to get sick.
Posted by LSUwag
Florida man
Member since Jan 2007
17419 posts
Posted on 11/23/16 at 6:58 pm to
Prayers sent.
Posted by gthog61
Irving, TX
Member since Nov 2009
71001 posts
Posted on 11/23/16 at 6:58 pm to
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I never understood why people have to push their dumb beliefs on others.



you mean like the belief that you cannot go one meal or a couple or 3 hours without a drink?
Posted by Asharad
Tiamat
Member since Dec 2010
5825 posts
Posted on 11/23/16 at 7:52 pm to
quote:

no alcohol on thanksgiving
I've never seen anyone in my family drink on Thanksgiving. Sounds like you have a problem.
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