@creative_writer you got EDS by any chance? It is pretty highly represented in ND folks - I think I have it, but not so much the hypermobility version (I have more mobility than 'normal' but not everywhere and not enough to be super noticable. But because my knees 'lock' backwards, my posture has always sucked), but my skin is VERY sensitive, super soft, and I bruise easily. 

Oh true, is it a social event you're looking forward to or more just an obligation? Yes definitely bring a little something with you hehe.