Is it even possible to stay sober? And to not party?

[dog12]

For me, no question it is about the buzz

Same.
Today, I worked my job until 11:30. Then, went to the gym ("back" day). Refereed a girls high school lacrosse game at 6. When I got home, I drank one Miller Lite and now I'm drinking a big cup of "whoop juice" (whatever flavor of kool-aid is in the fridge + a long pour of Bacardi white rum).
Yes, I've got a buzz going. If that's wrong, then I confess that I'm guilty.

 

[HomeBoyDawg]

I can count on 1 hand the number of times and dark beers I’ve had in the last year and likely the same for about 15 years

reasons - I had my 1st child and that walk from the OR to the room made crystal clear my purpose

oldest just turned 15 - he has gotten up with me at 330a nearly everyday to lift since he turned 12 - he knows the drill - he’s not up I leave his rear (for that think I may force him)

after work, I’m either at the baseball facility or field with him and/or his younger brother working on their craft - some nights we get in late

so all that to say - I’m tired enough as it is and don’t need or want anything that slows me down or makes me feel more worn down

plus I like being “present” when I’m with my friends and family

another reason- I’ve seen what drugs and alcohol abuse can do to people you thought were bullet proof

another another reason- it makes it much easier to walk away from the emotional toll that MSU places on you