I did an entire trip to Las Vegas, Nevada completely sober. You read that right, I did what most people to think be the impossible. And I had a blast! I had sodas in the pool while others had seltzers. I had water at meals with coffee (of course!). I didn’t miss it or even want a drink while surrounded by more alcohol and bars than I think I have ever been around. I have been completely sober since March 14, 2021. I know it does not seem like a long time but it is a time I am proud of.
I am not sober because of an addiction which I know many people are battling.
I am not sober because I do not like alcohol.
I am sober for my health and any future life’s health that I bring into this world.
Choosing to be sober is a big deal for some and applaud those folks with the upmost respect. It is not easy especially when society pushes drinking to be a normalized habit.
Some might be asking or have asked why I made this decision especially a month before going to Vegas, 2 months before a wedding in Austin, and a few months before my own wedding. The answer is simple: I feel better. I feel so much better when not drinking even though I really only did on special occasions, parties, and at shows. My body is better off without the alcohol My vitamins, prescriptions, and supplements work much better when not competing with alcohol in my body.
After experiencing an ectopic pregnancy and a miscarriage, I decided that when the right time comes along, I want to give my body the best chance to host a new life. I want to create the best body possible for the next pregnancy.
I know I didn’t need to write this and you are probably wondering why I did if you don’t care. Truthfully, I felt like I needed to speak up for those that are sober by choice after not having an addiction. Some people just don’t like alcohol or how they react to it and that is totally okay!! I want them to feel heard and to have another voice on their side against the standardized drinking habit of society.
If you are sober, know that there are many out there that are and that you don’t owe an explanation to anyone. Go ahead and order that water or that soda instead of margs with girls or beers with the guys. You can have the same amount of fun without the substance.
Sending you love!
xx
Hal
Hallie Dantzler 