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Ask Amy: If liquor is served, Mom will boycott party

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Amy Dickinson, Ask Amy Ask Amy

Amy Dickinson is a general advice columnist.

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DEAR AMY: My mother has suddenly turned against drinking by anybody at any time. I know mom is on lots of medication after numerous surgeries, and there was an incident in the family regarding a niece who has a drinking problem. I am hosting my 60th birthday party next month. Even though my niece won't be attending, my mother will not go if alcohol is being served. How do I handle this? Julia

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