Asking Eric: Old friend will be excluded from annual trip due to his excessive drinking
By R. Eric Thomas
Published on April 3, 2026.
A man who has been invited to an annual trip for over 30 years by his friends due to excessive drinking has become increasingly belligerent. Over the last five years, he has become more obnoxious with his late-night drinking, leading to a point where some guests will not attend if he is present. The friend, who is well aware of this behavior, has been ignored by his peers and dismissed it as "what's the big deal?" as he continues to ignore the warnings. However, as he has been included in the group for 30 years, it is unlikely you can avoid a conversation about this issue.
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