I agree with that idea that it doesn't lead to alcoholism...I did
the same when I was younger, and I'm not an alcoholic and never have been.
I don't agree with it as being right either. This just means I am human in
that I have done some things that I'm not proud of in my life, but I've been
there, done that, and can speak from experience.
David L.
Ben Franklin: "Only a virtuous people are capable of freedom. As nations become corrupt, they have more need of masters."
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]On Behalf Of Angela
Sent: Wednesday, November 12, 2003 10:42 PM
To: sandbox
Subject: [Sndbox] My stance on underage drinkingI know most won't agree with this, but here goes. I'll explain all now so I don't have to elaborate on it in any other posts on this subject. I don't feel that underage drinking always leads to alcoholism or that all teens that drink are troubled. I think a lot do it just to do it, some b/c of peer pressure and some just b/c they like it. None are really good reasons, but it does happen, every day. Now when my kids are in high school and they wind up at a party and drink, then I want them to call me and I'll come pick them up w/o really punishing them for it b/c I'd rather if they do get drunk to call me to come get them than to try to drive home themselves or get in the car with someone else. Not to mention in a lot of cases the more you try to stop them from drinking, the more they are going to do it behind your back just to spite you. I don't approve of underage drinking, regardless of the fact I did it myself as a teen. But the fact still remains, it is a part of everyday life. While maybe not normal as Jackie says, it is part of the norm. Ok, I've put in my two cents now. Good night all.
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