Posted: 11-09-2022

Never being boring

"What would you like to drink?" A question I am often asked, I shall take it as a compliment that some people never even imagine I could have had a problem with alcohol. Almost 10 years ago I finally, after many attempts quit alcohol. After many years of problematic, dangerous alcoholism this was when my life started. It took a while as many people find, but my life and friends shifted shifted away from alcohol focused activities. Then another problem arose I just could not get enough of life, I always had plenty of interests but was unable to persue them. Removing alcohol meant I had freedom.

Bringing this back to the question I am asked, I will reply "Sparkling water, good coffee (decaff after 2pm), redbush tea". Some enquirers have thought I am being reserved, do not want to let my hair down. If you have ever known anyone with an alcohol problem, you will know the irony of the association and assumption.

I am aware many people enjoy a glass of wine, or beer but for me the answer is always water please - not least because I cannot stand the taste of J2O, schloer and other commonly thought of non-alcohol alternatives. Oh and no ice, thank you.

Warm wishes

Ruth SB