What excuse can I make for not drinking?

[DollyP]

Oh wise MNetters, I need some help please .

Got my BFP today and am thrilled. Didn't expect it as had a blood test last month and wasn't ovulating. Clearly my ancient body has cranked back up into action since then.

We are going to a family barbecue on Sunday at my BIL's house. He and my SIL have adopted a lovely boy as my SIL can't have children. They were in the process of adopting another baby, but it all fell apart and isn't going to happen in the near future now. They have another important adoption meeting on Tues.

The problem is that I think we should hold off telling them until their meeting has past. However, I am well known in the family for liking the odd glass or 2, () and I know that the antibiotics argument won't be convincing. What excuse can I give them which will be credible so that I can avoid upsetting them at what is already a very emotional time for them?

TIA x

Could you be the designated driver (if you aren't staying over)

or pretend you ate something dodgy the day before and still feel too delicate to drink??

Congratulations! I was going to say anti-biotics. What about an early morning meeting on Monday? Bit lame I know.

Driving? Antihistamines for an insect bite somewhere private so you can't show it to them. Sudden attack of the migraines.

A really bad hangover would bethe only way to convince my friends

Designated driver is good. Also, you can get away with having one glass and then drinking it slowly with lots of water/spft drinks (hot weather so good excuse) and giving yourself the task of always topping up everyone's drinks.

TBH, they'll probably guess but not mention it

First - Congratulations!
Second - tell them you had a really big night the night before and really can't face drinking much. Let them think you're having a couple of drinks (tip 'em in a plantpot while no-one's looking, or just take pretend sips), then claim to be feeling too rough to have any more.
Failing that, claim an upset stomach. It might mean eating significantly less than everyone else at the BBQ, but it's worth a shot.
Or, you could always pretend to be detoxing - if it's not something that would normally be associated with you (as it certainly would not with me) just say you're trying it as you've been feeling ropey lately. Again, it's worth a shot.

I think really bad hangover is your best bet, but they'll probably guess anyway.

Congratulations!!! - the crucial thing is to always have a glass of something in your hand - preferably wine, that you take small pretend sips from and then put it down somewhere - then smile and nod wildly when someone offers to get you another one - people will leave you alone if you give the appearance of drinking - trust me, works like a charm!!

tell them you're on a detox

Am intrigued, what did you tell them and did it work?!