Since I overcame the substance abuse problems of my late teens and early twenties moderation has been the name of the game. I don't drink to get drunk, and frankly, I don't even remember the last time I was "wasted." But on occasion, I enjoy a glass of wine either while I prepare a meal or when I'm out for dinner.
I've decided, though, tonight's my last call for alcohol. The half-marathon is 30 days away and I want to do everything in my power to run at my best. I'm meeting a group of friends for dinner at a Japanese restaurant in the Marigny. One of the guys, Harry-T, is a co-worker, native New Orleanian, and quite a character. One of his favorite pastimes is what he terms "breaking bread" or enjoying the presence of other's company with the addition of vino or some other beverage. Harry organized the event. Japanese food and a French band to follow. Odd combination, but I'm intrigued. So, I suppose I'll sip on some sake before settling in with true sobriety.
After the half marathon I'll re-evaluate alcohol's place in my life. If my love of running continues to grow my own act of prohibition may not be repealed. But then again, that would go against my rule of moderation that has served me so well. I'll table my concern until February 2nd. Right now work and running are all that truly needs to be on my brain.
5 comments:
Thank you for your kind words. And I must advise you on this marathon thing to always go for the gold. I do hope you will win the race.
Whether you win or lose I must offer a quote from a great man. Consider it in relation to your comment on drinking alcohol.
" IN VICTORY, YOU DESERVE
CHAMPAGNE,
IN DEFEAT, YOU NEED IT."
NAPOLEON BONAPARTE
So, when the marathon is over, I will have a very nice bottle of champagne ready for you to enjoy and to drink the stars.
Harry T
I heard that quote the other morning on NPR. I had just finished a run and got back into my car, so I missed who the quote was attributed to. I'm not surprised, my dear friend Harry, provided the answer.
Thanks Harry. I had a great time last night.
Trisha,
I did not see or perhaps notice the picture and comment of the "ladies" about lips and alcohol at the top of this post.
May I assure all of those "ladies" that this citizen would maintain a bottle of liquor in a brown paper bag at all times in their presence.
Run into one of them and there will be liquor all over my lips. That picture has to be a not so funny joke.
When I googled images on Prohibition it was the funniest one I found. I couldn't resist posting it. Though they do certainly look serious Harry.
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