on alcohol

Giving up alcohol was far and away the easiest part of Whole30 for me. I've never been a huge drinker. Mostly because it's always a surprise what will make me sick. One drink could do the trick some days, I just don't have the belly for it. The other reason is because I just don't get it. It's over priced. It tastes like chemicals. I mean yeah I like the taste of beer most of the time, and I love red wine, but the more I live life, the more I realize that's socially constructed in me. It's not something I daydream about. Dr. Pepper or Yo-J on the other hand, GIMME ALL DEM DRINKS.

But let's be clear, there is NO judgement for people that drink at any time or place, duh! It's everywhere! And it's fun! And delish! And the norm! I just would way rather have juice. How weird is that? Ha! I know, I'm cray. I was that way even before Whole30. Out with friends, I would rather have a coke at a bar, "rum or vodka in it?" the bartender will ask. Then I will feel judged, and respond with a disappointed, "I guess". Oh life...

So I want to be braver. I want to be true to myself. I should really stop doing something for other people, especially something like drinking. Because now I have all of these Whole30 reasons to not drink if I don't want. It Starts With Food goes into it a lot, but basically, it has no nutritional value. Whereas, the juice I had last night, which was the freaking bomb, has tons. So why wouldn't I trade out something I prefer?

It makes so much sense!

So cheers, to bravery, and living my life for myself. The hills are small, but we gotta climb 'em.

Party on!

This rant inspired by the drinks I'm going to try here from Whole9life this weekend...can't wait!