I struggle with this issue a lot.....I used to "party" quite a lot, but now I might have 1 or 2 beers and watch a football game or go to dinner with a friend and have a margarita. I always feel guilty....but aren't we supposed to be doing what makes our life enjoyable and managible? Do we restrict ourselves because they have a disease? I have finally decided that if mine asked me to not drink that I would honor that request......but he has never asked and still drinks himself......
SO the way I see it is that if my girlfriend and I have all the kids and we order pizza, rent movies and have a couple of beers.......I am showing that it is possible to be a responsible drinker. I have even talked to my kids when we have done this that any driving has to be done before hand......none after!!! EVEN for just two beers!!!! Maybe I am just kidding myself, but it is something that I enjoy every now and then.
Blessings,
Constant