My first experience ended in blackout so did my last 20 years later. There is a hell of a lot of lost time in between I will never get back.
I gravitated to other heavy drinkers so it wasn't too much of a problem.
By the time I had a family and responsibilities I paced my drinking to make it home then sit up watching TV and black out on the couch. My early take on moderation and handling responsibility.
I sure don't miss that. How did I ever get anything done. This post was a good reminder.