Another Blog About Drinking

Do I have anything specific to write about today? No. But I was bored and thought my blog could use a new post. So here it is. Remember when you were young, like in high school and you were completely innocent and unaware of the real world? I do. One thing that I specifically remember saying was that I would never drink and drive. At the time I thought it was probably one of the stupidest things you could do. Of course I also had had little experience with alcohol and its effects. Throughout my college years I began to get used to being drunk and trying to do normal everyday functions. Going to class, cooking, walking, stuff like that. So learning to drive while intoxicated was the next logical step. I found that as long as you don't get completely bombed, you can drive quite easily while under the influence. If you are so drunk that you are passing out at the wheel, then this does not apply. But if you are comfortably numb, as I often find myself, then it is just a matter of focus. Keep your eyes on the road, watch for cops, and obey all traffic laws. Its as simple as that. All those people who die in drinking and driving accidents were people who forgot these simple rules. Its all about knowing your limits and knowing where the cops like to hide. Although after a time, you begin to lose your edge. I myself am starting to find that I am much less focused when driving drunk than I probably should be. There have been times when I wake up in the morning in my apartment and think, whoa...how the fuck did I get back here? But then I look out the window and my car is perfectly parked with zero scratches on it. So I forget about it and assume that I must have been okay to drive if I made it back without crashing or being arrested. I find its always good to put things in perspective this way. If you make it home with all your wallet and cell phone, it was a good night. If you wake up with a smashed up face, you might have crossed the line from social drinker, to complete alcoholic.

Well, I'm glad to have shared this matter of fact discussion on drinking and driving with you. I would love to hear your opinions on the matter. Please don't hesitate to leave a comment. I'll be seeing you out on the highway!