For the last week I have rarely drank.  I had two beers yesterday spaced out between about 8 hours.  I think it helps that I have been sick. I haven't felt like drinking and I am happy for that.  I did buy some beer today, why because it is a long weekend.  I know that is a lame excuse.  I don't want to get back into my old habits though. 

I went to a function yesterday and was seated with someone who drank the whole time.  I lost count of how many beer he had, it may have been five or ten.  I think it's safe to say it was a lot. I could tell he is an alcoholic.  Many of his coverstations included alcohol, either stories of him drinking or something to do with alcohol.  I don't want to be that guy.  I think that is why I chose to only have one drink.  Because when I get that warm feeling I lose my will and just want more.  I don't ever want to be seen as how I viewed him.

This morning I went to brunch and order a diet soda.  My father was surprised I did not order anything alcoholic as if he thought it was unusual for me to drink soda instead of beer.  His reaction through me off guard.  I didn't think I was that outward with my drinking as if I always needed alcohol during a dinner.  Again I don't want to seem like "that lush".