Relatives resist attending an alcohol-free holiday.

A 58-year-old woman with cirrhosis asked relatives to avoid alcohol at an Easter gathering to reduce triggers; several in-laws objected, and she decided to avoid family holidays and weddings this year.

A 58-year-old woman diagnosed with cirrhosis three years ago no longer drinks and wants to host an alcohol-free Easter. She asked that no alcohol be provided or brought to the gathering so she would not be exposed to drinking. Several in-laws pushed back on that request, leaving her feeling sad and angry. To protect herself, she has decided not to attend holidays or weddings with that family this year and notes her extended family comes from Poland with an older cultural approach to drinking. Key points: - The woman stopped drinking after a cirrhosis diagnosis three years ago. - She requested that no alcohol be provided or brought to an Easter gathering. - Several in-laws objected to the alcohol-free request, and she felt hurt by their response. - She has chosen to avoid spending holidays and weddings with that family this year. - The column references her history with a father who had substance problems and notes the columnist mentioned Al-Anon as a resource. Summary: The woman has set a personal boundary by declining to attend family events where alcohol is expected, reflecting both her medical needs and past family experiences. The columnist reported the family reaction and mentioned support options such as Al-Anon; her longer-term plans beyond avoiding events are undetermined at this time.