BIG FAMILY GATHERING:

•  Tell them you may have to leave (to make a phone call or go to a meeting).

•  Bookend the events by calling someone in the program before and after the event. Call them during if you really need to. Just stay connected!!

•  Always keep a soft drink/water in your hand during the family gathering. Stepping out to say the Serenity Prayer when things get to be too much.

•  Get on your knees afterwards and thank your Higher Power for helping you through the evening.