Thanks for the words, Tytan. I'm thinkin I never really accepted this as the problem it is. I think it's human nature to resist negative attributes that apply to ourselves. It sucks to be perfect in every other way, besides this one.
You'll do great..the pint would only slow ya down. I was a cider drinker in London, myself. Don't forget to catch the tube before 11:00! Crazy Brits....