10.29.2004
...Almost there...
Well, here we are - at the end of October - er, I mean, Octsober. And can you believe it - I actually made it! Quite frankly, I wasn't sure I'd be able to do it as abstaining from the brew sucks just about as much as most people think it does. Possibly more. And all it took to get me through the whole month was three bottles of O'Douls. Go ME!To clear things up for those that haven't followed the Octsober chronicles as closely as others (that would be the majority), the purpose for this "project" was simple: To see if I could do it. Basically, since I was about 19 years old I probably haven't gone more than a week without at least one drink. Lately, it's become a nightly ritual for me to have a beer or three in the evening to facilitate a smooth transition from what is normally a frantic day to the sweet, sweet land of slumber.
Also, I'll just go ahead and answer the question that most people have asked, "What about Halloween?" Of course I'm drinking on Halloween - well, technically not Halloween but at a party on Saturday the 30th. I'm committed to staying sober until then, but not stupid enough to pass up a good party. Please!!!
Anyhoos - this will probably be my last sober post. On Monday the 1st, I'll no doubt post a note on the extent of my hangover from the party. It should prove to be one hellava morning, given the fact that it'll be my first drink(s) in a month. Yee-HA!