I've never had people make a big deal out of me not drinking since high school. Even then it wasn't really a negative thing, it was just regarded as an odd quirk since pretty much everyone else drank.

Also, it was handy for my friends since I could always drive. Especially important since the police wouldn't make a fuss about underage drinking as long as you didn't drive.

I would also imagine in many places, it's a huge plus in a group of friends, if the non-drinker is willing to be the driver. I mean, right? Get some sense, people!

Also, it was handy for my friends since I could always drive.

Yep! I got to be the designated driver after cast parties. I felt important.

In college I was the designated "OK, what did I do last night?" person. Or "Did you see where my coat went?"

So, DH's giftie has been purchased. Yay!

Now I think it's time to pick up Isaac and head home from work.

Back in school I was always the straight-laced designated driver in the circles of friends I hung out with.

I'm not quite sure how I got from there to reacting to Miracleman's dire warnings about how strong the drinks were at the Old Absinthe House by throwing a sazerac back in one gulp and grousing that it wasn't even 80 proof.

Timelies all!

Happy Birthday Typo Boy!

Back in school I was always the straight-laced designated driver in the circles of friends I hung out with.

I'm not quite sure how I got from there to reacting to Miracleman's dire warnings about how strong the drinks were at the Old Absinthe House by throwing a sazerac back in one gulp and grousing that it wasn't even 80 proof.

I imagine you do all sorts of things now that you didn't in High School. Hockey players spring to mind...

This was about two years ago at a particularly drink-oriented kind of a house. The DH and I are BY FAR the "dryest" of that group. All good people, but the kind of folks who don't think it's a party without a fully-stocked bar and a never-empty glass.

Happy birthday, Typo Boy!