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I am an 18-year-old male on a cruise with my family, feeling sociable. I decided to attend a gathering under the impression "friends with Bill W" event, thinking it was a casual get-together for making new connections. Upon entering, I found only one person – a middle-aged woman who, despite the confusion, was sweet and welcoming. During our introductions, she proudly revealed her 31 years of sobriety. Though initially perplexed, I congratulated her on this impressive milestone.
The situation took an unexpected turn when my mother called me over. As I approached, she asked if I knew what the gathering was, to which I replied in the negative. My mother then informed me that it was a support seminar for alcoholics. Instantly embarrassed, I excused myself and returned to the woman, trying to leave without being rude. I expressed gratitude for our conversation and mentioned that I was going to go since there were only two of us. She understood, bidding me farewell with an encouraging "keep up the good work!" My face turned red with embarrassment as I made my way to the bar, (I'm an Aussie so I can drink at 18)
TLDR: On a cruise, attended a "Friends with Bill W" gathering, mistakenly thinking it was social. Discovered it was a support seminar for alcoholics and met a women of 31 years sober who thought I was also a recovering alcoholic
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