cdwccrn – Would I be wrong to say that your question is more rhetorical in nature? Would I be correct in saying that the question is more of a vented frustration?
I used to drink in HS and in college (heavily) until I became a Christian; now I don’t drink at all, and am having the time of my life. I am not saying that one needs to be a Christian in order not to drink, but such was my case.
To some, they are not able to enjoy themselves in reality for it is too sobering (excuse the pun). Perhaps, too “boring”.
But it is interesting to note: It is the alcohol that governs the social events; they are looking for another excuse to party (i.e. birthdays, Fourth of July, Christmas, Thanksgiving, graduation, house warming…).
Last night some friends wanted to be a blessing to my family. They brought over dinner, cooked, served us, cleaned up, we laughed, played games…and didn’t drink a drop of alcohol. It was a great time.
p.s. The man who came over with his family lost his license because of drunk driving…18 years ago…he just got it back that day!