DH and I went to “The World’s Largest Non-smoking Honky Tonk” last night to take some C & W dance lessons. We went to a Mexican food restaurant beforehand, and then on to the venue. I have to say, it did feel strange going to a western dance club and not having a lick to drink (I’m doing very low carb before my D’s wedding this weekend, so no alcohol). Normally DH would have a margarita with his Mexican food and I would have some wine at the club, but it wasn’t in the plan for last night. I ate my low carb at home, so just kept him company with his dinner and Dr. Pepper, while I had mineral water only. We still had fun of course, but sometimes just breaking with a tradition or habits can seem strange. If you are giving up alcohol completely, there may be some of those kinds of moments (maybe you always have a beer at a baseball game, or wine when you go out with the girlfriends), but eventually you’ll get used to the new normal.
Good luck with your new lifestyle.