Wednesday, June 27, 2012
Tuesday, June 26, 2012
Monday, June 25, 2012
Day 29: A Letter
Dear Sobriety,
How about that ride in? I guess that's why they call it Syracuse. HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!
I'm sure you probably don't know this, but I kinda considered myself to be a loner. I tend to view myself as a one girl drunk. But then I met you, and I hated myself because I couldn't keep close contact with what I loved. Hell, just the smell of it drove me nuts. Then I met Rick my co-worker, and I knew that I would no longer be alone with just you, I knew he would be one of my own; a drunk. So...So there were two of us drunks lounging around in the university, waiting for the time to come; to be drunk. Then Rick introduced me to two other co-workers and I thought, "Could it be?" And now I know, tomorrow there will be four drunks roaming the streets taking shots and car bombs.
So tomorrow night...
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| THINGS ARE GONNA GO CRRRRRRAAAAAAAZZZZZZZYYYYYYYY! |
Sunday, June 24, 2012
Day 28: The Intimate mind of Lo
I guess when I'm sober, I'm englightened. There have been a lot of thoughts buzzing in my chaotic mind lately and I think it's because I don't have alcohol or just a mind numbing substance preventing thoughts to carry through completely in my head. It's a lot to handle, but again, after part deux I will tackle it more, and drink less.
This will never happen again, but here is an excerpt of my journal entry today. Since I've been writing so much on here, I've neglected my own personal thoughts. I haven't written in this journal that I love so much for over a month. For those who know me, this is unusual.
Here it goes
"You tend to forget how good movies were in your childhood. "Cruel Intentions" is on of those movies that has made an impact on my childhood. I can simply close my eyes and see my nine year old self at my old house. Good ole 809 Amherst St. I am sitting on a moderate green couch with a type of floral pattern but the symmetry is so remarkable it almost looks as if it has tiny plaid designs dressed in hints of pink and white. There may have been specs of blue and black too taking hold of the border. I see myself lying across the couch there watching HBO on the 31" wooden television imagining a life like the lead character; Sebastian. I've always had a desire to be the one who is seen as the heartthrob, but learns the importance of love. Unfortunately, what else I loved about the character is that he doesn't live to act on what he learns. In the dim of the living room merely relying on a lone lamp and the illumination of the screen as I watch Sarah Michelle Gellar arouse Ryan Phillippe just to tease him. The way those two played off of each other, I enjoyed the shared submission going back and forth, as well as the connection that hid in the background of the entire plot.
Sitting there with what I'd learn later in life to be a virgin bloody merry spiked with a bit more tobassco sauce than the avg merry. A half eaten celery stick rested on the bottom of the Aladdin glass to represent the finale of the delicious drink I consumed about 60% of the time.This must have been the trended drink choice of my mom at the time. I always used to mimic what she'd drink. When she had a martini phase you'd see me with a wine glass filled of water and an olive in it. She would drink beer and I would take her empty bottles and fill them with apple juice. She doesn't realize how much I wanted to be like her. She was filled with such confidence, strength, and will. I wanted that. I wanted that for my character.
During the movie the glass merely sat on the coffee table with out a coaster, leaving its condensation to for a moat around it. Then it hits me, Sebastian's vice was his journal. It was his best friend his crutch, or like he called it "his trophy". His creative escape is what influenced my wish to write in my own journal, to share my thoughts and in essence right a book about me. I wanted his journal, I wanted to be suave like him, I wanted to woo women, and give everyone the impression that I was a somebody.
Keep in mind how I said "was"
This made me learn that I have a voice. That it in fact can be articulated however I choose to do so. What I say, goes because the only dangerous weapon we really have in life are words.
"Cruel Intentions" is my favorite movie because I don't need to watch it all the time. It shockingly made a large impact on me. Most movies do. Big movies for me in my childhood were "The Matrix", "X-Men","Three to Tango", and "Gattaca". However, "Cruel Intentions" changed my life. Without that movie, I probably wouldn't have had the urge to write at such a young age. Since that movie, I wrote my first real poem at eleven, first song at thirteen, and first short story at twenty.
As just a kid, a nine year old sneaking downstairs at 11PM to watch an R rated movie while my mother and grandmother were sleeping. It honestly changed my life for good.
I discovered
See there was some mention of alcohol. We all learned about my mother's consumption! That's always fun right?
Be prepared. Last post tomorrow before craziness stirs and the demon awakes..
Can't Wait!
This will never happen again, but here is an excerpt of my journal entry today. Since I've been writing so much on here, I've neglected my own personal thoughts. I haven't written in this journal that I love so much for over a month. For those who know me, this is unusual.
Here it goes
"You tend to forget how good movies were in your childhood. "Cruel Intentions" is on of those movies that has made an impact on my childhood. I can simply close my eyes and see my nine year old self at my old house. Good ole 809 Amherst St. I am sitting on a moderate green couch with a type of floral pattern but the symmetry is so remarkable it almost looks as if it has tiny plaid designs dressed in hints of pink and white. There may have been specs of blue and black too taking hold of the border. I see myself lying across the couch there watching HBO on the 31" wooden television imagining a life like the lead character; Sebastian. I've always had a desire to be the one who is seen as the heartthrob, but learns the importance of love. Unfortunately, what else I loved about the character is that he doesn't live to act on what he learns. In the dim of the living room merely relying on a lone lamp and the illumination of the screen as I watch Sarah Michelle Gellar arouse Ryan Phillippe just to tease him. The way those two played off of each other, I enjoyed the shared submission going back and forth, as well as the connection that hid in the background of the entire plot.
Sitting there with what I'd learn later in life to be a virgin bloody merry spiked with a bit more tobassco sauce than the avg merry. A half eaten celery stick rested on the bottom of the Aladdin glass to represent the finale of the delicious drink I consumed about 60% of the time.This must have been the trended drink choice of my mom at the time. I always used to mimic what she'd drink. When she had a martini phase you'd see me with a wine glass filled of water and an olive in it. She would drink beer and I would take her empty bottles and fill them with apple juice. She doesn't realize how much I wanted to be like her. She was filled with such confidence, strength, and will. I wanted that. I wanted that for my character.
During the movie the glass merely sat on the coffee table with out a coaster, leaving its condensation to for a moat around it. Then it hits me, Sebastian's vice was his journal. It was his best friend his crutch, or like he called it "his trophy". His creative escape is what influenced my wish to write in my own journal, to share my thoughts and in essence right a book about me. I wanted his journal, I wanted to be suave like him, I wanted to woo women, and give everyone the impression that I was a somebody.
Keep in mind how I said "was"
This made me learn that I have a voice. That it in fact can be articulated however I choose to do so. What I say, goes because the only dangerous weapon we really have in life are words.
"Cruel Intentions" is my favorite movie because I don't need to watch it all the time. It shockingly made a large impact on me. Most movies do. Big movies for me in my childhood were "The Matrix", "X-Men","Three to Tango", and "Gattaca". However, "Cruel Intentions" changed my life. Without that movie, I probably wouldn't have had the urge to write at such a young age. Since that movie, I wrote my first real poem at eleven, first song at thirteen, and first short story at twenty.
As just a kid, a nine year old sneaking downstairs at 11PM to watch an R rated movie while my mother and grandmother were sleeping. It honestly changed my life for good.
I discovered
- Love
- Writing
- Deception
- Redemption
- Guilt
- Truth
See there was some mention of alcohol. We all learned about my mother's consumption! That's always fun right?
Be prepared. Last post tomorrow before craziness stirs and the demon awakes..
Can't Wait!
Saturday, June 23, 2012
Day 27: Alcohol not to drink
If you're really getting into drinking I say avoid the following choices. Some of the reasons are poor decisions because of
Sutter Home Moscato- If Moscato is your choice of wine, there are better kinds out their than Sutter Home\, Barefoot ,or Gallo Valley. There are sparkling moscatos as well as ones that are not as sweet. Personally, it is still too sweet for my palate, but if I must drink it I saw a bit of vodka does the trick.
Jose Cuervo- You have already heard my story on tequila. This is a fraud only using 20% of the blue agave plant. What the fuck is the rest of it? Makes you wonder.
Mike's Hard lemonade- It just doesn't taste right. There is no taste of lemonade, and there is clearly not enough
SKINNY GIRL-I don't care if it's a skinny vodka, or a mixed drink. I'm sorry ladies and gents, but this has no flavor, it is all artificial. Who want's alcohol that takes the alcohol away from getting hammered? What is the sense? If you want to lose weight drop the chicken wing and spare rib during bbq season and just take another shot. I was told liquids work as a detox.
Now if you drink these things, it's okay. You are probably just developing as a drinker, and you have to start some where! I will give you a month tops, then I consider you should change your ways dear.
- horrible hangover due to artificial sugars
- Misadvertising
- Poor process in making the alcohol
Now if you drink these things, it's okay. You are probably just developing as a drinker, and you have to start some where! I will give you a month tops, then I consider you should change your ways dear.
Friday, June 22, 2012
Day 26: A look back
It's interesting how we all have vices. We have things that bring us joy, ease stress, or just simply fill a void that we choose not to admit to. I could have almost said that alcohol was that for me on all three notes, but now I know I truly think the opposite. These next four days for me will be a synch.
Aside from the next part of my challenge were I have to drink everyday, but after I don't see a need to do so. I know longer feel dependent on it. I never get to the end of my day and think about how badly I need a drink. I do so now because I've been depriving myself but it seems like these feelings don't occur everyday for me. That makes me very happy to come to that realization. Of course, If I buy a new bottle of wine I'll be excited to try it that night just like an 8 year old can't wait to eat their ice cream cone on the ride home. I have finally reached a state of stability were I won't rely on it. Now matter how good it is.
How long will this last? Well gee I haven't got the slightest clue. I know winter influences more drinking, but that's just because there's nothing to do. Right now, I like how healthy I am. I have been feeling strong, and energized. I can motivate myself to wake up in the morning with out the side splitting headache and the debate on if I need to hug my toilet. I like this part of sobriety. However, maybe it is because I'm still young, whenever I go out, there is still this part of me that wants a drink. I can have fun sober I know this, but it's just the complete experience of it all. I'm glad that I was never in a state were this could no longer happen, because then I would cease going out. My goal is to never get like that, or like the people around in my life that I have seen become that obliterated. I never saw the fun in getting that drunk, that you pass out, vomit and keep drinking, or even worse things. I think the fun turns into a test of living and considering liquor as your prime crutch. Tis a scary thing to see.
My apologies for getting so serious on you. I just want everyone to realize that fun doesn't have limits, its just a matter of how you play the game of life; of taking chances. There is no trophy or cash prize for downing 21 shots if your body can't take it. If it can, rock on. Just make sure that you all are being smart out there while you drink. I need my drinking buddies around.
Aside from the next part of my challenge were I have to drink everyday, but after I don't see a need to do so. I know longer feel dependent on it. I never get to the end of my day and think about how badly I need a drink. I do so now because I've been depriving myself but it seems like these feelings don't occur everyday for me. That makes me very happy to come to that realization. Of course, If I buy a new bottle of wine I'll be excited to try it that night just like an 8 year old can't wait to eat their ice cream cone on the ride home. I have finally reached a state of stability were I won't rely on it. Now matter how good it is.
How long will this last? Well gee I haven't got the slightest clue. I know winter influences more drinking, but that's just because there's nothing to do. Right now, I like how healthy I am. I have been feeling strong, and energized. I can motivate myself to wake up in the morning with out the side splitting headache and the debate on if I need to hug my toilet. I like this part of sobriety. However, maybe it is because I'm still young, whenever I go out, there is still this part of me that wants a drink. I can have fun sober I know this, but it's just the complete experience of it all. I'm glad that I was never in a state were this could no longer happen, because then I would cease going out. My goal is to never get like that, or like the people around in my life that I have seen become that obliterated. I never saw the fun in getting that drunk, that you pass out, vomit and keep drinking, or even worse things. I think the fun turns into a test of living and considering liquor as your prime crutch. Tis a scary thing to see.
My apologies for getting so serious on you. I just want everyone to realize that fun doesn't have limits, its just a matter of how you play the game of life; of taking chances. There is no trophy or cash prize for downing 21 shots if your body can't take it. If it can, rock on. Just make sure that you all are being smart out there while you drink. I need my drinking buddies around.
Thursday, June 21, 2012
Day 25: Summer cocktails for the college pocket
On this lovely first day of summer, I'm sure you are sitting outside on the porch drinking a pitcher of Mojito, or even better Margarita (because who doesn't love tequila!?). However, I don't think these are the best drinks in this day and age for your wallet. Don't get me wrong we all deserve to spoil ourselves every now and then. On days when we can't it's time to get creative. You might even need hot sauce and orange juice for starters. Okay, I know that seemsweird but hear me out. I have lots of ideas of drinks that I have made on a whim when my pocket was a bit on the lighter side.
Things that you will always need if you're a drinker.
So now aside from cheap beer. I gave you two essential liquors were you can actually unleash that creative monster within you in your kitchen. It's okay to make mistakes. I know what I know by making mistakes, and trying new things. Grant it, I do have some tendencies to wish to be a bartender or a Chef. I have this weird palate and I can make the strangest things into something great just by looking around the house. Stop buying the same things over and over again people! You are wasting your money when you can see what you have in your house, and create something unknown to anyone.
For example
Things that you will always need if you're a drinker.
- Vodka- It is the most versatile liquor there is. Plain vodka can mix well with any flavor you try to combine. I
get a fairly decent handle that will last you for...two weeks. Maybe a month for the average person. However,we're college students, so get two handles of vodka. Something I prefer that is a good investment as well is Svedka. It's not overly distilled, but it's not choppy either for you it to be difficult to swallow if you're a shot taker. Like me. - Rum- another decent substitute. It's perfect for the classic rum and coke and it takes on most of your fruit drinks like vodka. I can't honestly provide the best rum for you. Rum is something you should be picky with. There are so many that have their own character. That's the trick with rum, is that it can catch up with you faster than vodka. Drink with Caution
So now aside from cheap beer. I gave you two essential liquors were you can actually unleash that creative monster within you in your kitchen. It's okay to make mistakes. I know what I know by making mistakes, and trying new things. Grant it, I do have some tendencies to wish to be a bartender or a Chef. I have this weird palate and I can make the strangest things into something great just by looking around the house. Stop buying the same things over and over again people! You are wasting your money when you can see what you have in your house, and create something unknown to anyone.
For example
- Spiced Screwdriver- Half parts orange juice and vodka. But first, put a bit of chili powder and hot sauce at the bottom of your glass first. It gives that boring screw driver a bit of a kick!
- Gatorade and Whiskey- yea you heard me, GATORADE AND WHISKEY It's sweet, smooth if you drink the right whiskey (sorry to the Jack Daniels lovers, I don't think that heavy charcoal taste that whiskey gives will go well with the Gatorade. Stick to shots or coke. )
- Mix any fruit juice with Rum and with Vodka. People don't realize when it comes to getting drunk, we are already creative enough. I know that's not water in that Nalgene, now put something fun in it!
Wednesday, June 20, 2012
Day 24: Grapes for Summer right?
A good summer wine should be light, crisp, have some fruit or floral notes on the nose, and above all; be fucking delicious just like the rest of the great wines of the world. I'm excluding wines made by Yellow Tail, barefoot, and sutter home. If you like any of these wines, I'm sorry but right now I challenge you to open your palate.
I'm not here to provide the science of how these wines are made. Why? Reasons are that I don't have a concrete knowledge on how and I refuse to steal someone else's idea. I only tell you what I know. I know that these three types of wines are the way to go for the summer, and I'm going to show you my favorite ones for you to try on your next picnic, or Shakespeare at the Park, or booty call.
Yes they still happen.
Rose' JELU Malbec Rose'- This wine is simply delicious! It's crisp, it has great cherry notes and my mother can testify to this too. It could be because her and her friend finished the bottle leaving me only a glass left to try for myself. Like most Rose's, it has a lovely light pink color to it. However I will say that this particular one is a bit darker. Again, I get a really nice sweet flavor to the tongue, but it's not an artificial sweetness. The wine derives its sweetness from the Malbec grape grown in South America(however the Malbec grape has its origin from France, I believe this is a clone)It's natural. You can get drunk off of natural flavors isn't that great! Oh wait, that's pretty much all alcohol aside from flavored vodkas.
White Blends Pine Ridge- I dub this the wine of the summer thanks to my friend Brandon's recommendation. He told me that this wine is a white blend of Chenin blanc and Viogner. It has the perfect mix of fruit but again, not too sweet. Put it in the fridge for about 20 minutes and you're in heaven. All of the flavors just come alive in this wine. He was not lying to me, grant it he never does. It is even the Mrs. all time favorite so maybe that might boost it's cred!
Champagne Mum Nappa Cuvee'- Well I know this wine is great for celebrations! I had the pleasure of sharing this wine with a friends in honor of my rommate's Graduation ! This champagne is not Andre, or any other crappy champagne. It's a sparkling wine that isn't heavy in the bubbles. You get a lovely taste of peach and citrus that I think would be just perfect for a mimosa.
ENJOY!
I'm not here to provide the science of how these wines are made. Why? Reasons are that I don't have a concrete knowledge on how and I refuse to steal someone else's idea. I only tell you what I know. I know that these three types of wines are the way to go for the summer, and I'm going to show you my favorite ones for you to try on your next picnic, or Shakespeare at the Park, or booty call.
Yes they still happen.
Rose' JELU Malbec Rose'- This wine is simply delicious! It's crisp, it has great cherry notes and my mother can testify to this too. It could be because her and her friend finished the bottle leaving me only a glass left to try for myself. Like most Rose's, it has a lovely light pink color to it. However I will say that this particular one is a bit darker. Again, I get a really nice sweet flavor to the tongue, but it's not an artificial sweetness. The wine derives its sweetness from the Malbec grape grown in South America(however the Malbec grape has its origin from France, I believe this is a clone)It's natural. You can get drunk off of natural flavors isn't that great! Oh wait, that's pretty much all alcohol aside from flavored vodkas.
White Blends Pine Ridge- I dub this the wine of the summer thanks to my friend Brandon's recommendation. He told me that this wine is a white blend of Chenin blanc and Viogner. It has the perfect mix of fruit but again, not too sweet. Put it in the fridge for about 20 minutes and you're in heaven. All of the flavors just come alive in this wine. He was not lying to me, grant it he never does. It is even the Mrs. all time favorite so maybe that might boost it's cred!
Champagne Mum Nappa Cuvee'- Well I know this wine is great for celebrations! I had the pleasure of sharing this wine with a friends in honor of my rommate's Graduation ! This champagne is not Andre, or any other crappy champagne. It's a sparkling wine that isn't heavy in the bubbles. You get a lovely taste of peach and citrus that I think would be just perfect for a mimosa.
ENJOY!
Tuesday, June 19, 2012
I'm going like MJ....the better one.
You know, meaning that I have been in retirement, and now I'm going to make a big come back IN THE NEXT WEEK. However, I won't be old and washed up. Unlike MJ's performance in 2001, he wasn't turning 23 soon. So for those of you who worry if I will still have it, you bet your ass I still do. While I have been suffering my liver has been regenerating so that it can rid itself of the fatty tissue it was probably getting due to the past four years. Bleh, that doesn't sound good. Not off to the best start I suppose, no, I guess not.
Reminds me of that one time in Limerick after a rugby tournament. I got so smashed, the next day on the bust ride back to Galway I thought I needed to go puke. I'm serious, my stomach started to tighten, my mouth got watery, and I was nauseous as hell. So I go to start for my running start to the Bus door and I just felt my stomach bulge a bit. It was almost as if a little girl was playing with a balloon in my stomach and she just inflated just a bit. I was waiting for her to let go of the lip so then I could go vomit. Nothing happened.
It was then when I realized that my liver could have expanded and started its first stage of fatty tissue to surround the lining. Scary yes. What do kids say now? #YOLO? yea, something like that.
ANYWAY
Enough about my possibly decaying liver and the fact that I may have jaundice, what a depressing day 23. It's like God is in the process of recreating Earth all over again because "booze is my world". It's taking forever! It's like Father time was just chillin doing his job making sure time kept running,and God interrupts him to have an hour long conversation everyday about his amazing son. NO ONE CARES GOD LET FATHER TIME DO HIS JOB!
In other news, I have the webcam working so expect some video posts on the second part of this challenge....
Yea I'm that stupid.
Reminds me of that one time in Limerick after a rugby tournament. I got so smashed, the next day on the bust ride back to Galway I thought I needed to go puke. I'm serious, my stomach started to tighten, my mouth got watery, and I was nauseous as hell. So I go to start for my running start to the Bus door and I just felt my stomach bulge a bit. It was almost as if a little girl was playing with a balloon in my stomach and she just inflated just a bit. I was waiting for her to let go of the lip so then I could go vomit. Nothing happened.
It was then when I realized that my liver could have expanded and started its first stage of fatty tissue to surround the lining. Scary yes. What do kids say now? #YOLO? yea, something like that.
ANYWAY
Enough about my possibly decaying liver and the fact that I may have jaundice, what a depressing day 23. It's like God is in the process of recreating Earth all over again because "booze is my world". It's taking forever! It's like Father time was just chillin doing his job making sure time kept running,and God interrupts him to have an hour long conversation everyday about his amazing son. NO ONE CARES GOD LET FATHER TIME DO HIS JOB!
In other news, I have the webcam working so expect some video posts on the second part of this challenge....
Yea I'm that stupid.
Monday, June 18, 2012
Day 22: The prep period
NO ONE TOLD ME WEGMANS GOT A LIQUOR STORE NEXT TO WEGMANS
COME ON SYRACUSE HOLDING OUT ON ME!
Plans have been made. I've spoken to my co-worker and yes, I will be visiting this spot for all my drinking needs until I venture to the good ole burbs.
The list in so long, that I will need all summer to get everything checked off my list.
I can't really blog, there is just too much excitement built up in my chest because I will have classy wine in my system in eight days.
8.
I really don't know what else to say. Today was great. I invite co-workers to meet for dinner, next thing I know I'm at the mall, then Wegmans, then THE LIQUOR CITY STORE.
Overall great day.
COME ON SYRACUSE HOLDING OUT ON ME!
Plans have been made. I've spoken to my co-worker and yes, I will be visiting this spot for all my drinking needs until I venture to the good ole burbs.
The list in so long, that I will need all summer to get everything checked off my list.
I can't really blog, there is just too much excitement built up in my chest because I will have classy wine in my system in eight days.
8.
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| Not even the full aisle and 50% of theses wines alone in this aisle are wines I would drink...you know, classy bitches. |
Overall great day.
Sunday, June 17, 2012
21: Surgeon General Warning: Side Effects of No Booze
For those who are under aged and are actually following the law, these side effects may seem typical. For me and my fellow alcoholics, expect your mind to be blown on how my body is right now.
These side effects are not the same of everyone, some may change or may increase depending on previous quantity of alcohol consumption.
Energy- I have boat loads of it. I can go to bed at 2AM, wake up at 8AM feeling refreshed, energized and ready to start the day. My day has a lot involved with it too. At least an eight hour work day with a two hour workout, reading, and walking around the city or riding my bike I am perfectly fine. This energy is starting to make me feel like a seventeen year old girl again. During the school year, waking up at 8AM had to have significant g meaning. Even if I did wake up that early you could guarantee that I would be back in bed within a two hour period to catch up on the two hours I wasted staying up. It's crazy, how much I love doing something; anything. When I watch television shows, I'm usually doing push ups, jumping jacks, mountain climbers. I'm like a machine that ceases to rust.Unless its "True Blood" because you can't miss one second of that fucking show I shit you not.
Strength-I used to think beer had at least a tiny bit of protein in it. It's funny though because the food I eat here must have some sort of meth that Popeye would put in his spinach. I have only been working out for about two weeks and the definition in my legs, arms, even my pot belly stomach is peeking through. I haven't seen abs on my stomach since birth. Again, this is were if I were a meme you'd insert the success kid about how active I am becoming again. I think this means I should find a sport for myself when I get back. Boxing or Rugby?
Eating Habits- No more drunk munchies for me! Since I've been here I almost felt like I was leaning towards being a vegetarian. It's a shame that I love fish too much ;) I had red meat for the first time yesterday, and I mean it was good, but I would have been happier with a salad, or a pile of fruit. I don't even eat a lot of carbohydrates or starches. I barely eat bread. If you knew me back in Buffalo, I FUCKING LOVE BREAD! All that seems to go in my system are simple sugars like fruit, fiber from raw vegetables, and lean meats. I commend Syracuse University on their cuisine. Obviously it's not fabulous because regardless its campus food, but it certainly puts Canisius to shame. Yea I went there.
Great Mood- I know when all three aspects are in full effect I am in a brilliant mood. Without one of these aspects that's when my mood shifts, and my anger rises. It's funny because I used to think I had a ton of energy when I would go out until 5AM and wake up at 9AM for work. Actually, I would just stare at the computer, reeking of alcohol and pray that when I had to drive the shuttle for a family that the motion sickness from being drunk and dizzy wouldn't take over leaving me the only option to barf on a kids new pair of jays. Hm. Never thought of it that way. It's like I was awake but I wasn't really there. It's like God would just pick me up, brush my teeth and my hair, iron my clothes and send me off for the day and hope that he did all that he could.
These side effects are not the same of everyone, some may change or may increase depending on previous quantity of alcohol consumption.
Great Mood- I know when all three aspects are in full effect I am in a brilliant mood. Without one of these aspects that's when my mood shifts, and my anger rises. It's funny because I used to think I had a ton of energy when I would go out until 5AM and wake up at 9AM for work. Actually, I would just stare at the computer, reeking of alcohol and pray that when I had to drive the shuttle for a family that the motion sickness from being drunk and dizzy wouldn't take over leaving me the only option to barf on a kids new pair of jays. Hm. Never thought of it that way. It's like I was awake but I wasn't really there. It's like God would just pick me up, brush my teeth and my hair, iron my clothes and send me off for the day and hope that he did all that he could.
Saturday, June 16, 2012
20
What would top this day off would be a "Perfect Margarita". Instead, I'll teach you how to make one.
What you will need:
Tequila is made of the Blue Agave Plant whose origin is in Mexico. Technically, Tequila is made with 100% of the blue agave plant. Tequila which is distilled right away is normally called "silver" or "clear". It contains a smooth taste, but is not aged in oak like two other tequila variations are. Aged tequilas in my opinion are best. There are two kinds; one is called Reposado (aged 6 months) and the other Anejo (aged two years). Obviously, the Anejo will have a stronger bite than the Reposado but the Reposado is still tasty. The Anejo however will be the least smooth but this type of tequila can add a bit more character to your drink. The more feasable tequila is the silver or the resposado. A good Anejo tequila can range from $60-$120..yikes
Jose Cuervo only has 20% Blue Agave. They call it "Gold" for a reason. It's all food si stop wasting your money.
My Tequila Recommendations are
Now that this is off my chest, let's go back to how to make the "Perfect Margarita".
Since you have the right liquor, take the mixer and place two ice cubes in it. First things first for every cocktail you make that needs a non-alcoholic blend, the liquor should come first. If anyone knows me, I am quite the drinker. With that said, on a Monday I would put only two shots of tequila in the mixer. Seeing as how it's a Saturday, you probably want to get drunk as fast as possible so better make it four (3 1/2 if you can't keep up with me). Then place two shots of your orange liqueur into the mixer. Based on taste, take your citrus drink and pour about half a glass worth (depending on how big your serving glass is) into the mixer. I like to put a little dash of salt to give it a sweet and salty taste that mixes well with the tequila. If you want to be fancy, lace the rim of your glass with water, put salt around the rim of the glass. An easy way to do this is to put a lot of salt on a plate, and taking the wet glass to the plate (rim first) and salt should adhere to your glass. You classy bitch. Finally, make sure all the caps are on and secured to your mixer to avoid a mess (it happens to the best of us). Take the mixer and shake (WHAT YO MOMMA GAVE YOU) for fifteen seconds. Serve with the lid off and place the filter on top of the mixer to conserve the ice for the next lucky candidate of your delicious drink.
BOTTOMS UP!
Insert a Sentiment:
What you will need:
- Lime juice/lemonade or any citrus juice
- Triple Sec (for college students), however I challenge anyone else to use another orange liqueur like Grand Marnier, or Cointreau
- Tequila of course
- Ice
- mixer
- filter
- salt
Tequila is made of the Blue Agave Plant whose origin is in Mexico. Technically, Tequila is made with 100% of the blue agave plant. Tequila which is distilled right away is normally called "silver" or "clear". It contains a smooth taste, but is not aged in oak like two other tequila variations are. Aged tequilas in my opinion are best. There are two kinds; one is called Reposado (aged 6 months) and the other Anejo (aged two years). Obviously, the Anejo will have a stronger bite than the Reposado but the Reposado is still tasty. The Anejo however will be the least smooth but this type of tequila can add a bit more character to your drink. The more feasable tequila is the silver or the resposado. A good Anejo tequila can range from $60-$120..yikes
Jose Cuervo only has 20% Blue Agave. They call it "Gold" for a reason. It's all food si stop wasting your money.
My Tequila Recommendations are
- Patron Silver
- Espolon Silver or Resposado
- Corzo Silver
- Milagro Reposado
- Azul Silver
- Herradura Reposado
Now that this is off my chest, let's go back to how to make the "Perfect Margarita".
Since you have the right liquor, take the mixer and place two ice cubes in it. First things first for every cocktail you make that needs a non-alcoholic blend, the liquor should come first. If anyone knows me, I am quite the drinker. With that said, on a Monday I would put only two shots of tequila in the mixer. Seeing as how it's a Saturday, you probably want to get drunk as fast as possible so better make it four (3 1/2 if you can't keep up with me). Then place two shots of your orange liqueur into the mixer. Based on taste, take your citrus drink and pour about half a glass worth (depending on how big your serving glass is) into the mixer. I like to put a little dash of salt to give it a sweet and salty taste that mixes well with the tequila. If you want to be fancy, lace the rim of your glass with water, put salt around the rim of the glass. An easy way to do this is to put a lot of salt on a plate, and taking the wet glass to the plate (rim first) and salt should adhere to your glass. You classy bitch. Finally, make sure all the caps are on and secured to your mixer to avoid a mess (it happens to the best of us). Take the mixer and shake (WHAT YO MOMMA GAVE YOU) for fifteen seconds. Serve with the lid off and place the filter on top of the mixer to conserve the ice for the next lucky candidate of your delicious drink.
BOTTOMS UP!
Insert a Sentiment:
Today, was more than a great day. Days like these are days I needed to help me get through these past twenty days. The days were there are adventures through and through, and memories worth keeping. Days when I'm not spending four hours or more alone in my room watching internet television. These are days were I'm living.
I'm not saying that I couldn't have done this all along, I'm saying that the opportunity was limited. I don't have a lot of money and when I do have it I like to share it to only people I care about. Taking my mom out to dinner tonight and having us both not drink and just enjoy one another's company was a gift. Catching up with an old friend/rugger/kairos XXVIII member just people watching at the pride festival, and getting lunch was a gift. I regret nothing these past 20 days, however this was the push I needed to get through to the next ten.
Work has it's means to keep me very busy too. So busy that I will be up at 6AM, and fall asleep at 10PM just to do it all over again. Those days I don't mind either, because I'm focused and I have a wonderful staff to share this experience with. Weakness alomst overcame me yesterday, but now I'm not looking back. These ten days are mine, and I will earn my first beer in Syracuse, NY.
There is no need to go and explain my day to a T. I want to keep this to myself.
Friday, June 15, 2012
Day 19: Relapse
As I approached Armory Square (Finally) in Syracuse, NY which is a nice spot with a lot of people. This city through my eyes is finally beginning to resemble that of a city, instead of a utopian University world. One of the best spots I saw was the local record store Sound Garden. Speaking of locals here is a sneaky plug to my friend Brandon's record label Steak & Cake. Brandon makes great music and he has a great set of friends who are just as talented so you should check them out. I loved the area it reminded me of Allentown. It's a small section of Syracuse, but it still has a great vibe to it. Sadly, there's a high frequency of crime I've been told, as well as a lot of people who are homeless. It makes me sad but you can't let everything get you down.
Then it happened. I thought I spotted another street with other little shops so I thought "Hey maybe I can pick my mom up something nice since she's visiting me this weekend!". As I approached the corner, a deep breath overcame me. As I took my breath into my lungs my senses immediately sent me familiar brain signals of something I haven't been exposed to in almost 20 days. It was refreshing. Full of bitter hop and a sweet wheat scent danced under my nose as I kept walking down the strip. As I paced down the street to avoid the sight of beer all I could see were happy faces holding their tall glasses, crisped with flakes of frost dressed around them. Seeing that blonde bubbling ale staring at me wanted me to go inside so badly and just buy a shot of beer. To my right I see bottles of bud so I crossed the street. Immediately I was faced in front of a pint glass with an orange wedge. The thought of having a pint of Blue Moon in my hand sounds just as good. I was in a panic because It was such a hot day, people were sitting outside enjoying the beautiful Friday. It wasn't until I walked in front of the brunt of it all; The Brewery. Right in front of my face, the beautiful process of whatever ale you can create in large quantities. If I wasn't on the phone with anyone who knew of my challenge I honestly would have gave in.
In my head I think why? Was it because for the first time I've been exposed to this temptation? Is it because of the gorgeous summer day, and I can't remember a summer in my adulthood were there wasn't alcohol around, even if I didn't want to drink it. We are so dependent on anything that can enhance how much fun you can have. Oh there is nothing to watch on the television so lets play a drinking game to "The Big Bang Theory". I know it is something that brings people together, just like food. It's sad that we could do without the food and just bring the booze.
This leads me to wonder if I will ever drink as much as I used to. I know I still have part two to this challenge, but I'm getting accustomed to the fact that I don't need to drink everyday. This does not omit the fact that I don't need a drink now. You'll never see me go this long without it again. I just find it interesting that we all love alcohol. It's so taboo and strict with laws that it influences so many people to act on drinking. People who underage drink because it's everywhere. It's on all of our media outlets, it infects our minds. It does such a great job at it too! I know there are few people who choose not to drink and that's fine, but then this leads me to believe that everyone has their vices, and they are all judged based on our own morals. If I told you all I was doing a thirty day challenge to not eat, you'd think I was crazy and find it to be very dangerous. There are cultures that do this, and we think they are weird for giving up food. You would also judge if I said I was going to do nothing but eat 24 hours a day 7 days a week. I'd be on the road to the 600lb woman!
I've learned there is a consequence for everything, and a reason for everything.
Let's let life be what it is, and just do the best that YOU can to be as moral as you can. I feel as if you feel as if you're doing that's right then you can't be entirely in the wrong. That is of course if it threatens society, then you are becoming a problem to the masses. However, I will not judge you for what you believe, I will judge you for how you act on it.
Wow, this too such a turn to left field. You never expect what you start to write. Sometimes you just have to let your fingers go...
If you know what I mean..
Then it happened. I thought I spotted another street with other little shops so I thought "Hey maybe I can pick my mom up something nice since she's visiting me this weekend!". As I approached the corner, a deep breath overcame me. As I took my breath into my lungs my senses immediately sent me familiar brain signals of something I haven't been exposed to in almost 20 days. It was refreshing. Full of bitter hop and a sweet wheat scent danced under my nose as I kept walking down the strip. As I paced down the street to avoid the sight of beer all I could see were happy faces holding their tall glasses, crisped with flakes of frost dressed around them. Seeing that blonde bubbling ale staring at me wanted me to go inside so badly and just buy a shot of beer. To my right I see bottles of bud so I crossed the street. Immediately I was faced in front of a pint glass with an orange wedge. The thought of having a pint of Blue Moon in my hand sounds just as good. I was in a panic because It was such a hot day, people were sitting outside enjoying the beautiful Friday. It wasn't until I walked in front of the brunt of it all; The Brewery. Right in front of my face, the beautiful process of whatever ale you can create in large quantities. If I wasn't on the phone with anyone who knew of my challenge I honestly would have gave in.
In my head I think why? Was it because for the first time I've been exposed to this temptation? Is it because of the gorgeous summer day, and I can't remember a summer in my adulthood were there wasn't alcohol around, even if I didn't want to drink it. We are so dependent on anything that can enhance how much fun you can have. Oh there is nothing to watch on the television so lets play a drinking game to "The Big Bang Theory". I know it is something that brings people together, just like food. It's sad that we could do without the food and just bring the booze.
This leads me to wonder if I will ever drink as much as I used to. I know I still have part two to this challenge, but I'm getting accustomed to the fact that I don't need to drink everyday. This does not omit the fact that I don't need a drink now. You'll never see me go this long without it again. I just find it interesting that we all love alcohol. It's so taboo and strict with laws that it influences so many people to act on drinking. People who underage drink because it's everywhere. It's on all of our media outlets, it infects our minds. It does such a great job at it too! I know there are few people who choose not to drink and that's fine, but then this leads me to believe that everyone has their vices, and they are all judged based on our own morals. If I told you all I was doing a thirty day challenge to not eat, you'd think I was crazy and find it to be very dangerous. There are cultures that do this, and we think they are weird for giving up food. You would also judge if I said I was going to do nothing but eat 24 hours a day 7 days a week. I'd be on the road to the 600lb woman!
I've learned there is a consequence for everything, and a reason for everything.
Let's let life be what it is, and just do the best that YOU can to be as moral as you can. I feel as if you feel as if you're doing that's right then you can't be entirely in the wrong. That is of course if it threatens society, then you are becoming a problem to the masses. However, I will not judge you for what you believe, I will judge you for how you act on it.
Wow, this too such a turn to left field. You never expect what you start to write. Sometimes you just have to let your fingers go...
If you know what I mean..
Thursday, June 14, 2012
Hey Readers!!!
I'm on Facebook posting even more wacky things than what you see here, and when Day 30 hits, well all of those wacky things will be illegal.
Check it out ! A Drunken Melody on Facebook!
Check it out ! A Drunken Melody on Facebook!
Day 18: If social media could be a drink
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| Facebook- They think they're cool because they have over 50 Billion users. They think they are unstoppable. Zuckerberg you are a nerd who tried to be cool. Congrats, you're rich now. Stop trying to be cool because you have money and I'm sure you already have robot friends next you your blow up doll that give you you're own OJ, Sorry I'm terrible with these things I mean BJ. you forced your way to having 50 billion friends who use you for your science on computers. Facebook is the kind of drink that you get screwed over on when you witness your biggest crush get into a relationship with who you thought was your best friend but really has been talking about you behind your back about your hairy toe. It is really hairy though. So you vent on your status in under 420 characters about how heart broken you are. Then its over. Facebook is a Jager Bomb. Its one and DONE. |
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| Twitter-Apparently Facebook isn't as immediate so let's have something were we talk about when we went to the bathroom, how many quarters are on the floor oh and my favorite "Isn't my new hair cute so cute!". Twitter you're a girl with needs so let's call you the Mother of all Strawberry Daiquiris. The one with the whiny bitch holding it crying over her non-existent boyfriend back in High School. Okay, So we've all been there. Even I HAD a boyfriend...once. |
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| tumblr- I'm not going to lie I'm one of these users. Tumblr people are nuts. Constantly on at hours at a time, even all night for those fap nights (if you know what I mean) Tumblr isn't even a drink, it's a drug. Tumblr in substance for is flipping Ecstasy and I'd love for someone to argue about that. Ever see someone panic if no one like their post....that they REBLOGGED? Didn't think so. |
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| Instagram- I don't know what this is. Something that people use to take pictures with. To me, it sounds like a fucking camera. Nothing is special about that I'm sorry. you all sound like editing a picture was this trivial thing and now it's easy. You know how it started? Windows 95 with PAINT. You are a rum and coke. It's simple on the rocks, I guess it will do. |
And Finally...
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| Blogspot- You started the blog, well in my eyes. Hell its in your name. You are in fact class with a bit of an edge. You help poor writers try to make something for themselves. It all start somewhere with the click of a blank word document you let our words travel endlessly. So what is the best traveler's drink? Something that holds in a flask of course. EVERYTHING. For me, it's bourbon. |
Wednesday, June 13, 2012
"Sweet" 16+1
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| Courtesy of ireallylikefood.com |
Rum is just one alcohol that you can create fancy desserts. I challenge all of you to broaden your horizons and bake with these interesting liqueurs. If you looked in my earlier entries I made Bailey's Brownies and they turned out to be outstanding. However, Bailey's is way too use. People use it because it is almost like a milk substitute and people won't feel strange trying it.
Sorry about the dry post yesterday. This is how I will make it up to you.
I am (because I am an idiot!) Making a challenge to myself when I come back home (I won't forget it!) to try to make desserts after my trusty baker/artist/I'mgreatateverything (Alyssa) teaches me how to bake (AND IF WE SURVIVE TO TELL THE TALE!) with the liqueurs you see below. I don't know what I'm going to make, but I will once I talk to my colleague and I brainstorm will have a few ideas. By the end of the summer I will give you the completed list and we(she) will make them!
Deal?
So first, a mini lesson on Liqueurs. These are in fact alcoholic beverages that have notes of sugar, herbs, and nuts. They don't normally have a lot a high alcohol proof (the cheap ones don't) but some can have up to at least 40% alcohol in them. This is of course the ones that I have been exposed to. I am not aware if there are any liqueurs with a higher proof.
The kinds of liqueurs are berry, creme, coffee, chocolate, herb, honey, and nut. There are a few others but not enough to be placed in their own category.
I want to be creative so I will try some realistic dessert ideas with these liqueurs. Then, I will go "Chopped" on your ass and try some zany flavors and figure out what We(she) can come up with.
And go!
The Lucky Liqueurs
- St. Germain-Elderflower
- Hypnotiq-Tropical Fruit
- Jagermeister -So many herbs shockingly
- Fernet Branca. This to me, is the most foul, of all liqueurs....lets do it!
Enjoy!
Tuesday, June 12, 2012
Sweet 16?
It's all downhill from here. No really, it's really all downhill because once the 28th hits it will mark the downhill of my job but the uphill of this summer. I'm just kidding, I hope.
It certainly doesn't feel like sixteen days have gone by, more like 29. It seems like its time for me to have a glass of wine in my hand to unwind from such a hectic week.
So there is this song by John Mayer I have been listening too all day and it just rings true to the dreams I've been having. It's called "Whiskey Whiskey Whiskey" This is a lame blog I know, but life must go on.
It certainly doesn't feel like sixteen days have gone by, more like 29. It seems like its time for me to have a glass of wine in my hand to unwind from such a hectic week.
So there is this song by John Mayer I have been listening too all day and it just rings true to the dreams I've been having. It's called "Whiskey Whiskey Whiskey" This is a lame blog I know, but life must go on.
"Whiskey, whiskey, whiskey
Water, water, water
Sleep
Whiskey, whiskey, whiskey
Wake up, shake it off
And repeat"
Water, water, water
Sleep
Whiskey, whiskey, whiskey
Wake up, shake it off
And repeat"
Monday, June 11, 2012
Day 15: Bitch Fit
Why didn't I convince my self to have one off day? Why is there not RUM in this bottle of pepsi. The only purpose it serves is to keep me awake, because who knows when I'm going to be bothered again.
Who in the hell puts their room key in another room that is not for their room so it can get stuck? AT 16! Seriously, we can't figure out that if you're given a key for your room that only opens YOUR room, why stick it some place else? This is the perfect lesson for society for boys. Don't go stick your dick in just some random hole, or it will get stuck and then you'll be somebody's baby's daddy. This "challenged" person was a girl nonetheless. "YOU'RE ONLY HOLDING US BACK YOU KNOW WERE ALREADY OPPRESSED".
Ah! I need a shot of something, and water will not help me.
I'm halfway there. That's all I can keep telling myself is that I am halfway there and in the clear to finally relax.
You know, I'd find this situation to be hysterical if I were drunk. Hell, I'd probably hangout with these kids. Of course not, I'm sober, so I know right from wrong. I HATE living like that.
I've been told that I am relying on alcohol as a crutch. Who doesn't? I'm friendly when I drink, I am more willing to listen to you because I will have something in my hand to distract me so in theory I'm not really listening to you. There are benefits when I have this sweet elixer pumping through my veins.
I'm tolerable to. I feel as if I don't really have any friends here. I mean, I'm kind of their manager so I can imagine why they don't want to get too close. Many have spoke about going out a few times, until then I have two more weeks to cope through this all.
I should have said 28 days.
Ah! I need a shot of something, and water will not help me.
I'm halfway there. That's all I can keep telling myself is that I am halfway there and in the clear to finally relax.
You know, I'd find this situation to be hysterical if I were drunk. Hell, I'd probably hangout with these kids. Of course not, I'm sober, so I know right from wrong. I HATE living like that.
I've been told that I am relying on alcohol as a crutch. Who doesn't? I'm friendly when I drink, I am more willing to listen to you because I will have something in my hand to distract me so in theory I'm not really listening to you. There are benefits when I have this sweet elixer pumping through my veins.
I'm tolerable to. I feel as if I don't really have any friends here. I mean, I'm kind of their manager so I can imagine why they don't want to get too close. Many have spoke about going out a few times, until then I have two more weeks to cope through this all.
I should have said 28 days.
Sunday, June 10, 2012
Day 14 the Liquor Store Review
I finally got a taste of the real aspect of Syracuse. My friend Katie took me down Wescott Avenue which is like a mini Elmwood Village for my Buffalo Natives. It's actually quite cute. There are a few restaurants that seem to always be busy which I like. Something about a busy restaurant just opens the door for a good time to me. I mean, sometimes if I'm looking for an intimate setting I do prefer something that isn't as loud, and with a big bathroom stall.
The point of our little trip was to check out the Wescott Liquor store. Now, Seeing as how I have been in Syracuse for the past two weeks, there are only tiny spots of interesting aspects of the city. I still have the whole summer to explore, so I have not completely knocked off the city as a wasteland. I also have not seen the suburbs and other aspects of the area as well which from what my friends who are from here have claimed to be quite the adventure. What I was not expecting, was the limited selection at a liquor store.
When I walked in, I was greeted with a warm welcome that really made me feel comfortable. Sadly at liquor stores and sometimes at the one I work at, we try to be friendly, but in the back of our minds we think "Are they going to steal today" It's not a racial thing, but I figured for a small city it would be. That was not the case and I thought that was awesome. Then the first thing I saw was Sutter Home, and Arbor Mist. I took a long breath and told myself that we sell the same things in Buffalo, this is a business and you have to cater to what everyone likes. What they did not have, were any good wines.
I think there were about four wines that I was willing to buy, and only about double when it came to spirits, maybe 10. I need to find another liquor store to compare to see if maybe they cater to a different audience. I was realistic with myself and understood that this store is right by campus. Students aren't looking for class, their goal is to get drunk as fast and as cheap as possible. They are also located right across the street from a restaurant, so that can be useful for well drinks.
Hey, I was just happy I found a liquor store. I haven't even physically seen any alcohol since I've been here. I was starting to think that it didn't exist.
One thing that I have heard is a common around the city however are the prices. At Gates Circle Wine and Liquor we charge a handle of Svedka for $23.91 with tax. At Wescott, $27 +tax. I was blown away. I mag of Rex Golliath was $12.99 were you can get it at Gates for $9.99 sometimes $8.99 for a sale. It's a good thing I'm getting paid as much as I am, because I will need it. I'm sure this will be cheaper at the bars here's hoping.
Again, the service was great, and they seem like a nice family owned store. I am a full supporter of small business, but seriously, take a dollar or two off your prices. I was even afraid to ask if they had any Cabernet's that were known for having more notes of eucalyptus, I don't even think the owner spoke a bit of english. I'm not saying that's bad, I'm just saying you have to know your product.
To make it even better, I was wearing a rugby shirt about drinking, didn't even get carded. Either I'm really old or the cashier had the hots for me since he gave me full service the whole time I was there. I'm guessing the latter.
I'll let you know if I find a better place. The store does have an awesome location and again, they mean well.
The point of our little trip was to check out the Wescott Liquor store. Now, Seeing as how I have been in Syracuse for the past two weeks, there are only tiny spots of interesting aspects of the city. I still have the whole summer to explore, so I have not completely knocked off the city as a wasteland. I also have not seen the suburbs and other aspects of the area as well which from what my friends who are from here have claimed to be quite the adventure. What I was not expecting, was the limited selection at a liquor store.
When I walked in, I was greeted with a warm welcome that really made me feel comfortable. Sadly at liquor stores and sometimes at the one I work at, we try to be friendly, but in the back of our minds we think "Are they going to steal today" It's not a racial thing, but I figured for a small city it would be. That was not the case and I thought that was awesome. Then the first thing I saw was Sutter Home, and Arbor Mist. I took a long breath and told myself that we sell the same things in Buffalo, this is a business and you have to cater to what everyone likes. What they did not have, were any good wines.
I think there were about four wines that I was willing to buy, and only about double when it came to spirits, maybe 10. I need to find another liquor store to compare to see if maybe they cater to a different audience. I was realistic with myself and understood that this store is right by campus. Students aren't looking for class, their goal is to get drunk as fast and as cheap as possible. They are also located right across the street from a restaurant, so that can be useful for well drinks.
Hey, I was just happy I found a liquor store. I haven't even physically seen any alcohol since I've been here. I was starting to think that it didn't exist.
One thing that I have heard is a common around the city however are the prices. At Gates Circle Wine and Liquor we charge a handle of Svedka for $23.91 with tax. At Wescott, $27 +tax. I was blown away. I mag of Rex Golliath was $12.99 were you can get it at Gates for $9.99 sometimes $8.99 for a sale. It's a good thing I'm getting paid as much as I am, because I will need it. I'm sure this will be cheaper at the bars here's hoping.
Again, the service was great, and they seem like a nice family owned store. I am a full supporter of small business, but seriously, take a dollar or two off your prices. I was even afraid to ask if they had any Cabernet's that were known for having more notes of eucalyptus, I don't even think the owner spoke a bit of english. I'm not saying that's bad, I'm just saying you have to know your product.
To make it even better, I was wearing a rugby shirt about drinking, didn't even get carded. Either I'm really old or the cashier had the hots for me since he gave me full service the whole time I was there. I'm guessing the latter.
I'll let you know if I find a better place. The store does have an awesome location and again, they mean well.
Saturday, June 9, 2012
Lucky 13
Today was a dreary day, which really needed some quality wine and a nice movie, or a marathon.
In support of the eve of True Blood. I'm going to give you some drink ideas to pre game, or to indulge in during.
Some you may have heard of before, others are of my own creation :) Also know, that I'm not giving you amounts of how much you need. Everyone's tolerance is different, so add as much or as little of alcohol as you'd like :)
Liqours
Enjoy the show tomorrow night! I unfortunately have to wait until Monday Night :(
In support of the eve of True Blood. I'm going to give you some drink ideas to pre game, or to indulge in during.
Some you may have heard of before, others are of my own creation :) Also know, that I'm not giving you amounts of how much you need. Everyone's tolerance is different, so add as much or as little of alcohol as you'd like :)
Liqours
- Bloody Mary (obviously)
- Tabasco sauce first
- Vodka
- Tomato Juice
- bit of lemon juice
- Celery stick or dill pickle right in the glass :)
- Tru Blood Slushie-my creation
- Take a glass of ice
- pour tequila
- Grand Marnier (or triple sec if you're on a budget)
- a dash of lime juice
- Blend it until its in a slushie formation (may take a bit
- pour it back in the glass
- Pour Grenadine for bloody effect :)
- Manhattan
- Sweet Vermouth
- Cherry Juice
- Bourbon or Whiskey
- Maraschino cherry for a garnish
- Croopy-my creation
- Three Olives Loopy Vodka
- Cranberry Juice
- garnish with lime
- BOOM
- Sam Adams Summer Ale Blend
- Hoegaarden
- PBR never gets old
- Leffe Blond
- Erdinger
Enjoy the show tomorrow night! I unfortunately have to wait until Monday Night :(
Friday, June 8, 2012
XII
I'm like a pack of eggs right now...of 12. These past five days I will say went by pretty quickly, but not quick enough.
What's helps me get through it all like any personal first world problem I'm faced with (like break ups, no food in the house that I WANT to eat) I watch movies. I have since my mom put a bottle of rum in my hands, so four. Okay, that's a lie you got me. It was Jim Bean. It helps teething don't judge her she's a wonderful mother.
Here are some fairly recent movies that I think that have great drinking moments.
I didn't want to do all of the cult classic movies like "The Hangover" or "American Pie". We all know what those are about, let's get creative America. We are becoming too plain.
Now who wants to make a drinking game out of "Passion and the Christ"?
What's helps me get through it all like any personal first world problem I'm faced with (like break ups, no food in the house that I WANT to eat) I watch movies. I have since my mom put a bottle of rum in my hands, so four. Okay, that's a lie you got me. It was Jim Bean. It helps teething don't judge her she's a wonderful mother.
Here are some fairly recent movies that I think that have great drinking moments.
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| "Wedding Crashers"(2005)- Yes I know typical wedding movie of course that's great for drinking. WRONG this is one of the best wedding movies ever! Aside from #4 of course. There is something about everything in this movie that just calls for a drink. I think the best scene is when Vince gets rubbed by Isla Fisher. If I was at that dinner party (aside from flirting with Rachel McAdams) I would of had a stiff one. Bad joke. Think of how many big names are in that movie! Owen Wilson, Christopher Walken,Dr. Quinn Medicine Woman, Bradley Cooper, and wasn't Betty white's cousin in that too? I don't know. |
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| "Ocean's 11" (1960, 2001)- It's sheer class. You have Las, Vegas, casinos, crime, and a little romance. I would love to see 11 guys get away with a job like that in my generation. It just won't happen.Especially now all we wanna do is reblog zombie apocalypse theories and still watch Teen Wolf. So instead, lets praise the people who could. Cheers? |
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| "The Hunger Games"(2012)-People are bludgeoned, toddlers are speared, and everyone in the capital looks like the aftermath of a bad rave. Even if this really existed, I would have to watch intoxicated. Haymitch was the only smart one out of the entire dsytopia. I say, take a gin and tonic, and watch Peeta hides like a bitch under a rock. |
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| "Bridesmaids"(2010)-Why not?Again, big names here,well kinda. You've got Mya, Kristen, and Megan. This movie is easily going to be a classic just from the plane ride alone. There has to be two movies on her that are themed around a wedding, because its a celebration. In this movie, celebrate everything from food poisoning, fear of flying, taking lap naps, douche bag boyfriends, and even free golden retrievers. Everyone wants a golden retriever, I'll drink to that. |
Now who wants to make a drinking game out of "Passion and the Christ"?
Thursday, June 7, 2012
Day 11 The burnout stage
Tomorrow I have off, and I've really been enjoying the gym for now. I can't wait until I get paid so I can get some new running sneakers and I can finally just take off. I really think that will keep me going. When I workout, I have more energy and this probably would not have felt like such a burnout period. However, I have been running around since 8am, thus leaving me here, sitting in my dorm, waiting for a boiler maker to appear in my hands to fight the sting of tonight's Celtics v Heat game. That was more disgusting than Miley Cyrus marrying the hot brother of Chris Hemsworth. Like seriously?
I'm falling asleep as I'm typing and I'm getting writers cramp.
Night y'all.
Wednesday, June 6, 2012
Day 10..a Poem
Rolling Rock came to town
Samuel Adams knocked them down
Tequila shots picked them up
Now were drinking long islands YUP
Soon they started feeling loose so now were drinking grey goose
Grey goose fell off a fairy now were drinking bloody merry
Merry died, now were huffing formaldehyde
...Shit got weird.
Lame excuse for day 10. I'm dead to the world. Sorry guys
Tuesday, June 5, 2012
Day 9 It's Worth a Shot
This shot was introduced to me by my friend Chris Sarbora. Got that ladies, Christopher Sarbora. He's hot shit, and if I were straight I'd already be on baby number three. I've only known him for two years. Wait a second, he's in a relationship I think. It can be a quickie.
So Chris, and I'm sure the entire Ireland crew at the time were at The Quays and he talks about this shot called a baby Guinness. I'm pretty sure a few of his buds were visiting at the time.Chris looks over to me and asks me if I've had it. I'm pretty sure I was already drunk, and I stared at him confused. Then he offers and asks "Well do you wanna go do one?". I'm pretty sure I was already standing up and walking to the bar.
Chris, his friend (I was really drunk) and I go to the bar and we order the shot to the bartender. What this bartender does with his hands were like magic. Trust me, I only look at a man's hands if he's cooking or making me a drink. He takes a shot glass, pours some Kahlua easy enough. Then, he takes Baileys with a pour top and gracefully, tops the Kahlua with the Baileys so it just rests there. It was as if they didn't even touch. I stared at him in disbelief. This wasn't because of his technique it was because the shot was about 6 euro.
The shot was delicious. It's hard to explain the taste. It's almost like a shot of a mocha frappacino at starbucks to me.
So the next day, during my hangover period, I thought about that shot. However, I knew I didn't want to pay for it all the time at the bar. I thought hey, why not make it and that will be cheaper? Riiight. I really meant, I should make this so I can have more than one shot!
So steps to making this delicious shot
- You need a shot glass. I'm sorry, but having a glass of this isn't really appetizing, I tried.
- Pour Kahlua so it takes up about 75% of the shot glass
- Now, if you don't have a pour, take the bottle of Baileys (THIS IS IMPORTANT YOU MUST BE GENTLE) and slowly let it pour out. While it begins to pour, you want to turn the shot glass, so the bailey's can float on top.
- Don't be discouraged if it breaks the surface tension and splits the Kahlua. In most cases, it will just float back up. That's the science of it. You just look bad ass making it just naturally rest because your drunken friends will think your Rafiki. At least mine did...Racist bastards.
- Drink up!
Monday, June 4, 2012
A Gallery of What Could Have Been in My System The Past 8 Days
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| First Mojitos...Let's fix something here.... |
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| Much better :) |
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| My IV. |
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| The best Cab in the world. |
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| The whole bottle. |
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| 12 pack of that |
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All seven of these bottles
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| six pack of this |
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| Duh |
Sunday, June 3, 2012
ONE WEEK
So today was my first day actually on the job, and I actually enjoyed it. For those who don't know, I am the Desk Operations Lead of Conference Services, so in retrospect, I make sure everything in the fore front is handled smoothly. I'm not saying it was much, and I'm not saying it was horrible. It was a job, it was a purpose after a week I have been there. It was needed. Now that I can finally implement my schedule, I can set up a more filled routine and a purpose. A purpose is something that many of my close friends will know that it is something I live by. I don't like it if I am of little or no need. With this, I can maybe not be so distracted from alcohol. What also helps, is finally hitting the first week. I anticipated that this would be the hardest for me mentally, especially this weekend. Alas, I survived :)
I think another aid to this, is admitting to my co-workers what's going on. Maybe have my own cheering section here, and encourage and even bigger celebration with the 28th comes in. Here's hoping. I'm in the midst of setting up my drinking crew now, and its a 3 member team...for now ;)
It still however is insane how often I think about drinking. It's such a communal thing for me. It's how I let my guard down, it helps others who are up tight relax. It is just something fun to do. I think what is also hard about all of this, is that I am completely isolating myself from any contact of it. I have debated going to a liquor store, (to start making my dream list) but I just feel like I question how strong my will power is. If I have someone place a drink in front of me, I think I would react just like a recovering alcoholic. It would be like giving into temptation. It's the same thing if Mila Kunis walked in my room naked and I was told not to react...or touch. It just wouldn't happen. I could see myself drinking, just like reenacting that sex scene from "Black Swan".
Happy First week Lauren. At least I'm proud of me. I have a plan, and this month will go over so soon :)
Tell someone you love them :)
I was going to post a smiley face, but this is to acknowledge the fact that another distraction will be heading my way. Season 5 of True Blood.... ah!
I think another aid to this, is admitting to my co-workers what's going on. Maybe have my own cheering section here, and encourage and even bigger celebration with the 28th comes in. Here's hoping. I'm in the midst of setting up my drinking crew now, and its a 3 member team...for now ;)
It still however is insane how often I think about drinking. It's such a communal thing for me. It's how I let my guard down, it helps others who are up tight relax. It is just something fun to do. I think what is also hard about all of this, is that I am completely isolating myself from any contact of it. I have debated going to a liquor store, (to start making my dream list) but I just feel like I question how strong my will power is. If I have someone place a drink in front of me, I think I would react just like a recovering alcoholic. It would be like giving into temptation. It's the same thing if Mila Kunis walked in my room naked and I was told not to react...or touch. It just wouldn't happen. I could see myself drinking, just like reenacting that sex scene from "Black Swan".
Happy First week Lauren. At least I'm proud of me. I have a plan, and this month will go over so soon :)
Tell someone you love them :)
Saturday, June 2, 2012
Day 6: A Day of Wondering
I am really pushing myself to get to day ten, so I actually feel like I'm accomplishing something. This week has been so hard for me because it has barely been a week. So many times I'd tell myself to just have one drink no one would know, or to start over and no one would know the difference. I couldn't do that to myself. If I never gave up with rugby, school, working out, I can't take this any lighter. I would only disappoint myself in the end.
Today was a lazy Saturday. I loved every bit of it. I watched American Dad, Mad Men (all that show is is smoking and drinking, but I love it!), worked out, had dinner. Today was just a chill day. It should have been a cleaning day, but obviously it wasn't so get off my DICK
You can tell it's very hard writing about something that doesn't involve alcohol, let alone writing about not drinking it.
I will hate Saturday nights until June 30th. I see those city lights downtown (okay, there isn't many but I've been living in a Utopia all week so I get excited) and all I want to do is go check it out. It's not that I can't just go out dancing and not drink. I don't even have the money probably for a cover....that I would want to pay for to drink. I can plan so many things for myself during the day, I can stay busy. It's at night that becomes a problem. After going for a two hour walk around south campus I wanted a glass of wine. I know exactly what wine as well. I want the Palmero Cab from the Orin Swift winery. NO EXCEPTION.
Alas, I have to wait 24 more days. That is a disgusting number.
Tell someone you love them and go drink for me this weekend. Get drunk and send me the empty bottle to pretend that I was there.
Today was a lazy Saturday. I loved every bit of it. I watched American Dad, Mad Men (all that show is is smoking and drinking, but I love it!), worked out, had dinner. Today was just a chill day. It should have been a cleaning day, but obviously it wasn't so get off my DICK
I will hate Saturday nights until June 30th. I see those city lights downtown (okay, there isn't many but I've been living in a Utopia all week so I get excited) and all I want to do is go check it out. It's not that I can't just go out dancing and not drink. I don't even have the money probably for a cover....that I would want to pay for to drink. I can plan so many things for myself during the day, I can stay busy. It's at night that becomes a problem. After going for a two hour walk around south campus I wanted a glass of wine. I know exactly what wine as well. I want the Palmero Cab from the Orin Swift winery. NO EXCEPTION.
Alas, I have to wait 24 more days. That is a disgusting number.
Tell someone you love them and go drink for me this weekend. Get drunk and send me the empty bottle to pretend that I was there.
Friday, June 1, 2012
Day 5 Possible vegetarian?????
What I need for this week
Ladies and Gentlemen I found a new vice. Know this though, because I have been eating healthier, and working on my physical appearance it's only going to be used every 5 days. Seeing as how it's the only sweet thing I've had since I've been here.
Mountain Dew. Something about it calms me. Just like how excited I get for breakfast because its socially okay to drink as much coffee as I'd like to. That's it. These are other drug vices to repress my want for alcohol. I crave something that will get me going and caffeine is it. Seeing as how I'm not going to any other drug. I can do this.
Like I was speaking earlier I've been eating a lot better here. Grant it, that's because the food options here (mind you I only go to one dining hall) are far more exceptional here than Canisius. I think tuition here is $10,000 more (It may even be less) I would take it if I had the food services I have. The housing isn't bad, the only other piece is how the classes are. There is no excuse for not having a chance to branch out because I'm pretty sure there are like 60 options for Greek life alone.
Anyway like I was saying, food here=awesome. I'm on this tofu kick (the lesbian is speaking). I'm trying to eat healthy portions and not over eat. That is tricky when I'm used to having beer as a filler. That way I didn't have to eat a lot. I know, not the smartest thing that's come out of my mouth sadly it's true. I eat lean meats, and sea food. I don't think I've had any red meat since I've been here. I feel great! I actually thinking about starting to do research on if I can become vegetarian. Maybe only indulge in seafood.
Today has left me in a very tranquil state. It's been a raining gloomy day. With that though, it has provided an opportunity to look on the outside in, on what I want in life. I mean, now that I'm sober all the time all I can do to fill my time is just think (the first time I wrote that I totally said drink unconsciously, liquor you are still terribly missed). I am going to really see what lessons this teaches me. A promise to my readers, you will get a very long entry. It's going to be about the benefits and the struggles, and what it taught me.I think its best if I wrote all that bologna the eve of day 30. This is because if you know me then you know when day 30 hits I will be like
You know its true.
Ladies and Gentlemen I found a new vice. Know this though, because I have been eating healthier, and working on my physical appearance it's only going to be used every 5 days. Seeing as how it's the only sweet thing I've had since I've been here.
Mountain Dew. Something about it calms me. Just like how excited I get for breakfast because its socially okay to drink as much coffee as I'd like to. That's it. These are other drug vices to repress my want for alcohol. I crave something that will get me going and caffeine is it. Seeing as how I'm not going to any other drug. I can do this.
Like I was speaking earlier I've been eating a lot better here. Grant it, that's because the food options here (mind you I only go to one dining hall) are far more exceptional here than Canisius. I think tuition here is $10,000 more (It may even be less) I would take it if I had the food services I have. The housing isn't bad, the only other piece is how the classes are. There is no excuse for not having a chance to branch out because I'm pretty sure there are like 60 options for Greek life alone.
Anyway like I was saying, food here=awesome. I'm on this tofu kick (the lesbian is speaking). I'm trying to eat healthy portions and not over eat. That is tricky when I'm used to having beer as a filler. That way I didn't have to eat a lot. I know, not the smartest thing that's come out of my mouth sadly it's true. I eat lean meats, and sea food. I don't think I've had any red meat since I've been here. I feel great! I actually thinking about starting to do research on if I can become vegetarian. Maybe only indulge in seafood.
Today has left me in a very tranquil state. It's been a raining gloomy day. With that though, it has provided an opportunity to look on the outside in, on what I want in life. I mean, now that I'm sober all the time all I can do to fill my time is just think (the first time I wrote that I totally said drink unconsciously, liquor you are still terribly missed). I am going to really see what lessons this teaches me. A promise to my readers, you will get a very long entry. It's going to be about the benefits and the struggles, and what it taught me.I think its best if I wrote all that bologna the eve of day 30. This is because if you know me then you know when day 30 hits I will be like
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