2020 Our Year For Sure Posted March 17, 2017 Share Posted March 17, 2017 Whenever I am around my mother CBF :lol: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KD in CA Posted March 18, 2017 Share Posted March 18, 2017 Friday afternoon....everyone from the CEO on down pulling a cold one out of the office fridge to wrap up the week. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dib Posted March 18, 2017 Share Posted March 18, 2017 I never drink unless I'm alone or with somebody else. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mead107 Posted March 18, 2017 Share Posted March 18, 2017 Nothing last night. Was close to pouring a glass then decided to go to bed. Nothing tonight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExiledInIllinois Posted March 18, 2017 Share Posted March 18, 2017 Two Harps last night after work in Chicago.. Took wife and kids out for St. Patrick's Day dinner. Went to Fado, but mobbed, line around corner. Scrambled, went to D4 down the street. Had the "grouper Reuben" sandwich, French onion soup... Others ordered their poutine and corned beef. http://www.d4pub.com/ Haven't been to Fado in almost 19 years. Last time was when my wife was pregnant and she went into labor (son) there... Her water broke while eating dinner on Bloomsday 1998. Would have been nice @ Fado, but of course mobbed on St. Patrick's Day! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seasons1992 Posted March 27, 2020 Share Posted March 27, 2020 These days? More than normal. Which is a problem! Damn gym is closed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted March 27, 2020 Share Posted March 27, 2020 13 minutes ago, Seasons1992 said: These days? More than normal. Which is a problem! Damn gym is closed. Maybe you should go to Bar Louie’s to help you pace yourself? Or possibly die of thirst? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seasons1992 Posted March 27, 2020 Share Posted March 27, 2020 20 minutes ago, Augie said: Maybe you should go to Bar Louie’s to help you pace yourself? Or possibly die of thirst? I'd rather stay thirsty and hang out with @Royale with Cheese and @Boyst62 in a parking lot than ever visit a Bar Louie ever again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Formerly Allan in MD Posted March 27, 2020 Share Posted March 27, 2020 Up until recently, a lot when I watched the Bills play. Then there's the Sabres. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NWPABillsfan Posted March 27, 2020 Share Posted March 27, 2020 Back in 1981 between Christmas and New Years I went to a party and got totally smashed my wife was 6 month prego and they had to help me to the truck across the ice and snow. My wife was on her own to get to the truck. The next morning I got up and said I put my wife and baby in jeopardy so I said I am drinking any more. So I have not had any since 1981. I do not miss it at all. I don't hold it against anyone that does drink it just isn't for me anymore. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Poojer Posted March 27, 2020 Share Posted March 27, 2020 does bailey's in your morning coffee count as drinking? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExiledInIllinois Posted March 27, 2020 Share Posted March 27, 2020 I ain't a teetotaler but growing up with alcoholism and watching a society filled with functional alcoholics has turned me off. Is it really that great? I guess some need to self-medicate which I got no problem with as long as it doesn't go off the rails and they are able to go dry with no physical cravings. I drink, but it's not necessary....My last drink was a month ago. 3 hours ago, Seasons1992 said: I'd rather stay thirsty and hang out with @Royale with Cheese and @Boyst62 in a parking lot than ever visit a Bar Louie ever again. LoL... You forgot @Augie and me! That was rough, wasn't it! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RaoulDuke79 Posted March 27, 2020 Share Posted March 27, 2020 3 hours ago, Seasons1992 said: These days? More than normal. Which is a problem! Damn gym is closed. I've got an odd situation going on. My wife wanted to start working out a few months ago, which means I had to start working out "to keep each other motivated". But being on lockdown due to this virus, I've been killing beers at a blistering pace since all the kids activities are cancelled. I think the exercise is winning out though because I got to use a hole in my belt that I haven't for a few years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BritBill Posted March 27, 2020 Share Posted March 27, 2020 (edited) I very rarely touch the stuff but when I do I binge. We don't keep much in the house. Just a bottle of spiced rum just in case a situation arises where we need a quick nip. Bit this is extremely rare. I don't drink at all during the week. I only tend to drink on odd nights out with friends when we hit the town or make a day/night of a soccer game somewhere. Both these instances tend to be what we call in Britain "a sesh". Out 11am Saturday and then that's it until sometime early hours of Sunday. I can't manage these very often anymore. I've only drank once in 2020 so far. Edited March 27, 2020 by BritBill 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seasons1992 Posted March 27, 2020 Share Posted March 27, 2020 12 minutes ago, RaoulDuke79 said: I've got an odd situation going on. My wife wanted to start working out a few months ago, which means I had to start working out "to keep each other motivated". But being on lockdown due to this virus, I've been killing beers at a blistering pace since all the kids activities are cancelled. I think the exercise is winning out though because I got to use a hole in my belt that I haven't for a few years. "Blistering Pace" is a great band name. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill from NYC Posted March 27, 2020 Share Posted March 27, 2020 4 minutes ago, Seasons1992 said: "Blistering Pace" is a great band name. It would probably also make a top 20 screen name. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seasons1992 Posted March 27, 2020 Share Posted March 27, 2020 1 hour ago, The Poojer said: does bailey's in your morning coffee count as drinking? NOPE 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dean Posted March 27, 2020 Share Posted March 27, 2020 How often to I drink? As often as possible! Sorry, I don't read the entire thread. I assume that line has already been used. Anyway, with exceptions for days when I'm not feeling well, I drink virtually every day. I have 4-6 drinks, most days. And yes, sometimes I have even more. But I don't drink to get drunk anymore. In fact, I rarely drank to get drunk---sometimes it was just a happy byproduct. Much of my drinking comes with meals, and is spaced out through the day. I may splash a little Irish Creme in my coffee in the AM. Maybe a beer, or glass of wine with lunch, if I stop somewhere. Probably a nice bourbon before dinner and a glass of wine with dinner. Maybe a nightcap or two before bedtime. Typically herbal tea, with honey lemon and a splash of whiskey or brandy right before bed. I do virtually no binge drinking anymore. Over the past 3-4 years I've cut my drinking down to 30%-50% in an attempt to lose weight. (For example, when I go out to eat, I drink. So I've tried to limit lunches while out on calls. I still treat myself once in awhile, but nothing like I used to do.) I went from a high of 260 lbs to my current weight of about 193 lbs. Don't get me wrong, I'm still fat and drink too much. I have a standing Dr appointment every two months (I use an opiate pain patch---so it's required). Get my blood tests every year (including liver and kidney enzymes, etc). Also get a kidney/liver ultrasound every few years. Last one in February revealed no change from a few years ago. (Hurray!) So, do I drink too much? I think yes, that goes without saying. But I also think I drink a little differently than many people. Not sure how much that matters, though. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny Hammersticks Posted March 27, 2020 Share Posted March 27, 2020 I’ve been drinking much more lately than I normally do. Nothing much else to do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted March 27, 2020 Share Posted March 27, 2020 54 minutes ago, The Dean said: How often to I drink? As often as possible! Sorry, I don't read the entire thread. I assume that line has already been used. Anyway, with exceptions for days when I'm not feeling well, I drink virtually every day. I have 4-6 drinks, most days. And yes, sometimes I have even more. But I don't drink to get drunk anymore. In fact, I rarely drank to get drunk---sometimes it was just a happy byproduct. Much of my drinking comes with meals, and is spaced out through the day. I may splash a little Irish Creme in my coffee in the AM. Maybe a beer, or glass of wine with lunch, if I stop somewhere. Probably a nice bourbon before dinner and a glass of wine with dinner. Maybe a nightcap or two before bedtime. Typically herbal tea, with honey lemon and a splash of whiskey or brandy right before bed. I do virtually no binge drinking anymore. Over the past 3-4 years I've cut my drinking down to 30%-50% in an attempt to lose weight. (For example, when I go out to eat, I drink. So I've tried to limit lunches while out on calls. I still treat myself once in awhile, but nothing like I used to do.) I went from a high of 260 lbs to my current weight of about 193 lbs. Don't get me wrong, I'm still fat and drink too much. I have a standing Dr appointment every two months (I use an opiate pain patch---so it's required). Get my blood tests every year (including liver and kidney enzymes, etc). Also get a kidney/liver ultrasound every few years. Last one in February revealed no change from a few years ago. (Hurray!) So, do I drink too much? I think yes, that goes without saying. But I also think I drink a little differently than many people. Not sure how much that matters, though. HUGE congrats on the weight loss. What a great difference that must make! Go pick up 60 lbs of plates at a gym, and imagine carrying all that and more around with you. (Obviously I don’t have to tell YOU.) I thought the old weight loss commercial with a 12-14 lb bowling ball was impressive. I could lose maybe 5 lbs, 10 if you look at those crazy charts. It’s not how much I weigh, the problem is more what makes up that weight. I’m just not as active as I used to be, but I still drink like I used to. We eat pretty healthy. I picked up a bunch of soups and frozen stuff about 10 days ago when that was the only stuff in the store. When I got home I read some labels. YIKES! I’d feel almost guilty giving it away at a food bank! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billsfanmiami(oh) Posted March 27, 2020 Share Posted March 27, 2020 14 minutes ago, Johnny Hammersticks said: I’ve been drinking much more lately than I normally do. Nothing much else to do. I typically don’t drink during the week at all, but will indulge on the weekends. With all this going on, my wife is super busy with work and is basically holed up in the home office all day long. I’m not, Ive probably “worked” about 3 hours in a week. So I’ve pretty much had the full dose of wrangling the 3 year old all day for the last week. I haven’t missed a day of drinking yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny Hammersticks Posted March 27, 2020 Share Posted March 27, 2020 7 minutes ago, billsfanmiami(oh) said: I typically don’t drink during the week at all, but will indulge on the weekends. With all this going on, my wife is super busy with work and is basically holed up in the home office all day long. I’m not, Ive probably “worked” about 3 hours in a week. So I’ve pretty much had the full dose of wrangling the 3 year old all day for the last week. I haven’t missed a day of drinking yet. My wife and I are both educators. We have 2 kids (10 & 6) that we are trying really hard to home school them properly. Schools are closed for the rest of the school year here, but we are still getting paid to “work from home.” We do home schooling from around 9-11ish, have lunch and spend some time playing with the kids out in the yard. After lunch, the kids have some free time to do whatever they choose. That’s usually when we have our first drink. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted March 27, 2020 Share Posted March 27, 2020 10 minutes ago, Johnny Hammersticks said: My wife and I are both educators. We have 2 kids (10 & 6) that we are trying really hard to home school them properly. Schools are closed for the rest of the school year here, but we are still getting paid to “work from home.” We do home schooling from around 9-11ish, have lunch and spend some time playing with the kids out in the yard. After lunch, the kids have some free time to do whatever they choose. That’s usually when we have our first drink. Are the kids enjoying the early Happy Hour with you? Hey, I’m not here to judge..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RaoulDuke79 Posted March 27, 2020 Share Posted March 27, 2020 I just poured 2.5 Budweisers in a Yeti to take the dog for a 25 minute walk if thats any indication. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koko78 Posted March 27, 2020 Share Posted March 27, 2020 10 minutes ago, RaoulDuke79 said: I just poured 2.5 Budweisers in a Yeti to take the dog for a 25 minute walk if thats any indication. Any indication of what? That you're going to be thirsty 7 minutes into the walk? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RaoulDuke79 Posted March 27, 2020 Share Posted March 27, 2020 14 minutes ago, Koko78 said: Any indication of what? That you're going to be thirsty 7 minutes into the walk? King of beers......I may stray from time to time, but I never leave my roots. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dean Posted March 27, 2020 Share Posted March 27, 2020 58 minutes ago, RaoulDuke79 said: I just poured 2.5 Budweisers in a Yeti to take the dog for a 25 minute walk if thats any indication. I've been taking regular walks. I regularly take a roadie with me on those walks. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RaoulDuke79 Posted March 27, 2020 Share Posted March 27, 2020 2 minutes ago, The Dean said: I've been taking regular walks. I regularly take a roadie with me on those walks. I dig......I walk the dog every day unless it rains, but I've only recently started toting a beverage. Not sure why I haven't thought of this earlier. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BUFFALOKIE Posted March 27, 2020 Share Posted March 27, 2020 1 hour ago, RaoulDuke79 said: I just poured 2.5 Budweisers in a Yeti to take the dog for a 25 minute walk if thats any indication. I regularly take a sixer to the dog park, but the damned park is closed now. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RaoulDuke79 Posted March 27, 2020 Share Posted March 27, 2020 2 minutes ago, BUFFALOKIE said: I regularly take a sixer to the dog park, but the damned park is closed now. In these difficult times we must adapt to find ways to drink our beer and get our dog some exercise. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CountDorkula Posted March 27, 2020 Share Posted March 27, 2020 When the beer is gone, i stop drinking. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pine Barrens Mafia Posted March 28, 2020 Share Posted March 28, 2020 I was hardly drinking at all until I became locked in the house >.> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny Hammersticks Posted March 28, 2020 Share Posted March 28, 2020 2 hours ago, Augie said: Are the kids enjoying the early Happy Hour with you? Hey, I’m not here to judge..... Yes, but only light beer. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RaoulDuke79 Posted March 28, 2020 Share Posted March 28, 2020 I'd very much like to talk to Sampson, but I've been on the wagon for 3 weeks due to a potential job change. Generally if I have a bit of smoke I stop drinking for the night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qwksilver Posted March 28, 2020 Share Posted March 28, 2020 On 3/18/2017 at 6:06 PM, dib said: I never drink unless I'm alone or with somebody else. This is gold. Gold Jerry. Plus we actually live in the same town in South Florida. I try to only drink on days that end in "Y"! I'm sure our most of our consumption has increased, stress and boredom. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hardhatharry Posted March 28, 2020 Share Posted March 28, 2020 So did the OP ever answer if what he said was daily or over the course of the says he provided? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dean Posted March 28, 2020 Share Posted March 28, 2020 46 minutes ago, RaoulDuke79 said: I'd very much like to talk to Sampson, but I've been on the wagon for 3 weeks due to a potential job change. Generally if I have a bit of smoke I stop drinking for the night. I should add legal medical marijuana has helped with my drinking reduction and my health in general. Strangest thing, some of the very high THC concentrates (around 90% THC) don't get me very stoned (can't figure out why) but help tremendously with with my back pain and sleeping issues. But smoking pot (around 20% THC) gets me majorily stoned, and still helps with the medical issues. Probably related to the turpines. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted March 28, 2020 Share Posted March 28, 2020 18 minutes ago, The Dean said: I should add legal medical marijuana has helped with my drinking reduction and my health in general. Strangest thing, some of the very high THC concentrates (around 90% THC) don't get me very stoned (can't figure out why) but help tremendously with with my back pain and sleeping issues. But smoking pot (around 20% THC) gets me majorily stoned, and still helps with the medical issues. Probably related to the turpines. Whatever works for YOU is awesome with ME. Stupid states..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmotionallyUnstable Posted March 28, 2020 Share Posted March 28, 2020 In the normal world: often during a global pandemic: always Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted March 28, 2020 Share Posted March 28, 2020 (edited) 21 hours ago, Johnny Hammersticks said: Yes, but only light beer. When I left WNY and Canadian beer for college in Cincinnati where they had 3.2 beer (for those 18- 21), I never knew one person could pee so much! Fortunately, on my 19th birthday I magically turned 21 at all the college bars we went to. A buddy tried to buy me 19 shots of Wild Turkey, and I either gained some cred, or entertained the hell out of them in the quest that failed. . Edited March 28, 2020 by Augie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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