I am truly sorry to hear this news, both about your friend and your mother.

As far as your friend is concerned, I can understand the desire to have a drink and ease some of the pain you're in. I'm going to suggest you hold off. You only have a little time left with him. Enjoy your time with him without the hangover. Let him enjoy the last of your time together the way you'd want him to remember you.

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Jonathan

2011 Mazda2
2000 E320 4Matic Wagon
1994 C280 (retired)