Forget Dry January! Embrace Sober October In Rockford This Fall
If you've been looking for a sign to eliminate alcohol from your life forever, this is it.
The older I've gotten, the more I've tried abstaining from alcohol altogether. I wasn't a heavy drinker when I was in my early 20s so it's not the hard for me to cut it out of my life, honestly.
It is tempting when I go to the bar and shoot pool, though! Someone's always buying a round of shots and I'm never left out.
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What is Sober October?
"Alongside challenges like Dry January, Sober October has become a prominent time for people to experiment with cutting back or eliminating alcohol. What initially began as a short-term experiment has transformed into a larger lifestyle trend." [forbes]
I could wait until Dry January to quit, but why wait? Let's start now!
There are plenty non-alcoholic alternatives to choose from. One pub in Rockford just dropped a new list of non-alcoholic drinks and I'm totally here for it!
NEW! Ernie's Midtown Pub's Sober October Menu
Blueberry Lemon Mule - blueberry puree, lemon juice, and ginger beer
Strawberry Kiwi Delight - strawberry puree, kiwi puree, and soda water
Pumpkin Spice Cider - pumpkin puree, apple cider, and cinnamon stick
Blue Raspberry Lemonade - blueberry puree, raspberry puree, and lemonade
Okay... I need one of everything. They all sound soooooo delicious! And, a bonus? They won't give you a hangover or an upset stomach. I like the sound of that.
So, let’s make this fall a season of fun, connection, and mindful choices. Cheers to a healthier, happier you! Stay strong and stay sober!
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