Bets on who's going to ruin "Bored and Sober..."

[andyf]

Posted: 12/10/04 at 1:49pm

I know it's a little early for functioning society to start drinking, but nevertheless...who do you think is going to be the first BWWer to get plastered and then assault the "Bored and Sober in College club" thread?(https://forum.broadwayworld.com/readmessage.cfm?thread=606995&boardname=off&dt=12100401421 width="14" height="14" src=https://cloudimages.broadwayworld.com/board/icon_smile_cool.gif>

Andrew, tonight isn't about you! It isn't even about me!!! - [FD]

[ckeaton]

Posted: 12/10/04 at 1:54pm

I'm already resisting the urge to storm in there and taunt the holier-than-thou attitude that I see burgeoning. If it gets any worse, I might have to. Though I won't be "plastered".

I just hated those kids who would huff and sneer at those of us who were a little messed up. There are 50-60 years after college of huffing and sneering to do. Don't blow it when you're young by being a prude. At least many of them just closed their doors and kept to themselves. It was the few that were jerks about it that turn the world off.

Missing social opportunities, that's what it is. No one has to get ripping drunk. But people who look down their noses at people who drink should be boiled in their own pudding and buried with a stake of holly in their hearts.

[Broadway Matt]

Posted: 12/10/04 at 2:04pm

i was considering that but it's a bit early to be drinking. maybe I'll snort some One-A-Day vitamins and go on a tirade about how these damn kids need to make better use of their calcium-building years.

[Plum]

Posted: 12/10/04 at 2:05pm

But people who look down their noses at people who drink should be boiled in their own pudding and buried with a stake of holly in their hearts.

Nice job of getting some holiday spirit in there, ckeaton.

Look, both my roommates have been drinkers and it didn't prevent us from being friends. Most of the people I know drink. But excuse me if I get a little bitter due to having the toilet regularly clogged by idiots who don't learn (or don't care about) their limits after months in school. The rest of us have to live there, too.

[ckeaton]

Posted: 12/10/04 at 2:07pm

Eh. I don't need alcohol to provide color commentary on that whining. I've been on the wagon for more than a week now, and plan on staying that way. I applaud those who are happy in their lives... drunk or sober. Because that's all that matters.

I have no sympathy for "boo hoo, everyones having fun and I'm not... I'm jealous of them for having a good time, and as a result I'm going to sit in my room and weep quiety, while taking the percieved high road"

Yes Plum, that's annoying to everyone. Luckily it's only temporary.

Updated On: 12/10/04 at 02:07 PM

[Plum]

Posted: 12/10/04 at 2:10pm

Ooh, okay. That's why there were objections to the "bored" part of "bored and sober." Myself, I think I'd be bored even if I got drunk, because really, how entertaining can it be to get drunk at the exact same parties every single weekend?

[ckeaton]

Posted: 12/10/04 at 2:12pm

Well how entertaining is it to not?
Life, especially in college is exciting... but much of it is repetition. I hated college parties, but I went to meet people and share experiences. Now I wish I could go back.

[Plum]

Posted: 12/10/04 at 2:16pm

I'm actually not that bored- there are a few other things to do on campus, and taking 5 classes while holding down a job is enough to occupy most of my time. I guess I don't see the appeal of getting pissed and having to be dragged back to the room every weekend.

[JohnPopa]

Posted: 12/10/04 at 2:20pm

Um, not all people act that way when they drink. I act basically the same, I just get a lot more chatty and a LOT more flirty.

Alcohol only amplifies what's there, folks.

[ckeaton]

Posted: 12/10/04 at 2:21pm

Ah yes, the most extreme of cases. If one cannot trust themselves to remain in control, then one must not put themself in a position to lose it. This is why I'm staying away from the firewater for an indeterminant amount of time.

[Plum]

Posted: 12/10/04 at 2:23pm

Right, there's getting extremely chatty- which is generally what my roommate this year does- and there's barely being able to stand, which I'm afraid is what my first roommate did. Though the fact that she weighed about 90 pounds probably contributed to that. Then there's being carried back to the dorm and spending the night vomiting and urinating in inappropriate places. That would be several of my hallmates. Like I said, I don't really see the appeal of getting drunk at all. Updated On: 12/10/04 at 02:23 PM

[ckeaton]

Posted: 12/10/04 at 2:26pm

I'm one of the chatty types. But being 6'4 has helped me in the past. As long as the term "Getting Drunk" is reserved for the extreme cases. Many of the straightedgers use the term getting drunk to refer to everyone that drinks, even in moderation. THAT really pisses me off.

[Mister Matt]

Posted: 12/10/04 at 2:56pm

It doesn't sound like they're condemning students for drinking, but those who drink excessively on a regular basis. Big difference. I drank quite a bit my first two years in college, but got over it quickly when my grades suffered. Now, I can barely handle anything over 4 beers. 2 beers and I have a hangover. I try and stay away from the hard stuff because it always stays dormant and before I know it, the effects rush in at full force all at once and I regret it immediately.

[zaneyb3000]

Posted: 12/10/04 at 7:43pm

*crashes post* Can't we all just get along? (or am I slightly unwelcome here? ) Updated On: 12/10/04 at 07:43 PM

[judy_in_disguise]

Posted: 12/11/04 at 12:11am

haha although no one would expect it, I wouldn't be a bit surprised if I ruined it.
I get drunk. And do stupid things. I can see it happening!