dmarch@islc.net Posted October 5, 2004 #26 Share Posted October 5, 2004 I didn't drink alcohol on my Meridian cruise back in the early 90's. We had a $300 Diet Coke bill! Needless to say....that drove me to drink. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suzziecruisie Posted October 5, 2004 #27 Share Posted October 5, 2004 I get migraine headaches, so no alcohol for me. On our honeymoon, I had a couple sips of champagne and part of a glass of wine. Both time had to take my migraine meds from that small amount. So I also enjoy the non alcohol frozen drinks too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AllenF Posted October 5, 2004 #28 Share Posted October 5, 2004 I think there's a misconception among many non-drinkers that those who enjoy alcoholic beverages cannot have a good time unless they are drinking or are drunk..Sorry I dont buy your statement 100% the actions of some on board the ships drinking from dusk to dawn and statements of many who post here constantly talking of booze and how much they will bring on board or how much they spent on booze say other wise and how much drinking will dictate what fun they have on board. Shows me that quite a few need booze to have fun. I use to drink myself among other things and for me I had to or else I had no fun and thought it was boring. Now I know that being bored is actually called relaxation. I dont mind poeple who drink it does not bother me or make me want to drink again. To each is own. I am just glad the heavy drinkers do not charge me for the great entertainment they provide :)AllenF clean and sober since 12/17/94 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flagger Posted October 5, 2004 Author #29 Share Posted October 5, 2004 I was not being judgemental here by any means of anyone who chooses to drink. However those who do drink felt they needed to invade a post about who DOESN'T drink. I wonder why that is. Ya'll have posts about the best martini maker, the best bartender, and triple/quadruple digit bar bills boasted like some badge of honour. Why not let us who do or did not drink have a little thread as well? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AllenF Posted October 5, 2004 #30 Share Posted October 5, 2004 Very well said Flagger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DCT61 Posted October 5, 2004 #31 Share Posted October 5, 2004 Non drinker here too. Thanks for putting into words what I was thinking Flagger. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fireguy091 Posted October 5, 2004 #32 Share Posted October 5, 2004 I don't drink any, alcohol, It has to be beer, whiskey, vodka, or Gin...:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruising with marti Posted October 5, 2004 #33 Share Posted October 5, 2004 Fireguy, what no scotch, cognac or wine? Phil Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fireguy091 Posted October 5, 2004 #34 Share Posted October 5, 2004 Marti, No Scotch, or that other thing,lol and I don't consider wine alcohol...:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jima53 Posted October 5, 2004 #35 Share Posted October 5, 2004 Wife and I don't drink any alcoholic beverages. Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WeBeCruisin' Posted October 6, 2004 #36 Share Posted October 6, 2004 Flagger and AllenF., I was not attempting to "invade" your thead (which I didn't realize was for non-drinkers only). I hadn't realized that there were exclusive threads to which only a preferred group of people were allowed access. I also was not judging anyone for their choice not to drink. I was merely pointing out to those who had made posts implying that all of the people who drink do so because they are incapable of having a good time unless they are under the influence of alcohol and that those who do not drink are ipso facto "better" people. That was an intolerant, judgmental attitude which is not at all true. I also have a right to have an opinion. I also did not state whether I was a drinker or not, so the accusation that I, as a drinker, shouldn't be allowed to infiltrate Flagger's "special" thread for non-drinkers only, was also a premature assumption. Lighten up, guys. AllenJ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dublin Posted October 6, 2004 #37 Share Posted October 6, 2004 dmarch@islc.net Meridian - this was my first cruise from Philly to Bermuda on Memorial Day 1996. Hit a storm Tuesday morning and spent the day in bed - dying. BUT - I am an avid cruiser now. She was a grand ship and so cozy. When did you sail on the Meridian. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisintwinsmom Posted October 6, 2004 #38 Share Posted October 6, 2004 Don't drink on the cruise either, neither does DH, although DDs get a virgin frou-frou drink once a day. Glad to see that I'm not the only nondrinker on a cruise, from other threads thought I was out of the main stream. Don't hold drinking against them (unless they become obnoxious -which I haven't seen on a cruise yet), as Giorgi-One said, thanks to them for keeping some of the price down. Has a non-drinker ever cruised on RSSC, where drinks are included in price? Did the cruise seem worth the price since you don't imbibe? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flagger Posted October 6, 2004 Author #39 Share Posted October 6, 2004 Flagger and AllenF.' date=' I was not attempting to "invade" your thead (which I didn't realize was for non-drinkers only). I hadn't realized that there were exclusive threads to which only a preferred group of people were allowed access. I also was not judging anyone for their choice not to drink. ... I also have a right to have an opinion. I also did not state whether I was a drinker or not, so the accusation that I, as a drinker, shouldn't be allowed to infiltrate Flagger's "special" thread for non-drinkers only, was also a premature assumption. Lighten up, guys. AllenJ[/quote'] Well, it would be considered bad form and rude for us non-drinkers to post in threads about "who is the best Martini maker", what do you tip your bartenders, or "Best frou-frou drink on a cruise". And how could you NOT realise this thread for non-drinkers only when the title of the thread is pretty clear? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Lois R Posted October 6, 2004 #40 Share Posted October 6, 2004 hi....I am not trying to be rude....but it is a public forum.....and it is an interesting topic. When you post a topic such as this one you are going to receive all types of replies. I didn't realize if one partakes, one could not reply to this topic either........ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WeBeCruisin' Posted October 6, 2004 #41 Share Posted October 6, 2004 Well, it would be considered bad form and rude for us non-drinkers to post in threads about "who is the best Martini maker", what do you tip your bartenders, or "Best frou-frou drink on a cruise". And how could you NOT realise this thread for non-drinkers only when the title of the thread is pretty clear? It wouldn't necessarily be bad form, but you really wouldn't have much to contribute since you wouldn't have had the relevant experience upon which to base an opinion. I have had the experience of not drinking on a cruise. Again, I was merely pointing out that those in a few of the responses implied that people who enjoy alcoholic beverages can only "have fun" if they are under the influence of alcohol. My comment was to those people who seemed to be stereotyping ALL people who enjoy a drink. As for my ignorance in not realizing that this was an exclusive thread for non-drinkers only, I guess I was totally remiss in thinking that the message boards were open to anyone who wanted to contribute an opinion. Silly me. I would suggest, though, dear Flagger, that in the future when you want to have a thread and exclude anyone except those who share YOUR opinions, that you label it clearly, so that the evil interlopers won't infringe. Maybe you could call it: "A thread for non-drinkers only. Anyone else who responds will be attacked and told that they have no business being here." The sad thing is that you probably have no idea how narrow-minded and arrogant you appear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flagger Posted October 6, 2004 Author #42 Share Posted October 6, 2004 Oh please. Why even bother responding to a post asking who doesn't drink any alcohol on a cruise when one does? It has nothing to do with arrogance or narrow mindedness. Sure it is a public forum, but just as in the dining room certain unwritten rules of decorum apply Lois. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ElaineB2 Posted October 6, 2004 #43 Share Posted October 6, 2004 Well, it would be considered bad form and rude for us non-drinkers to post in threads about "who is the best Martini maker", what do you tip your bartenders, or "Best frou-frou drink on a cruise". And how could you NOT realise this thread for non-drinkers only when the title of the thread is pretty clear? Where did you come up with this unwritten rule that says it is in bad form? That is like saying that if I don't cruise on Royal Caribean, I can't respond to any of the threads on the "RC" Boards, or I'm not losing weight before I cruise, so I can't contribute to a thread in the "Lose Before you Cruise" Board, or what about a post maybe under the "Cruise Fashion" Board about waxing eyebrows, if I don't wax eyebrows I can't contribute, or gel vs. acrylic nails, I can't contribute. I think you get my drift and realize as Lois R. stated, "This is a public forum." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michuck Posted October 6, 2004 #44 Share Posted October 6, 2004 I very rarely drink - just don't like the taste of it....I do like mimosas though, and the occasional glass of wine. I still have my pina coladas, and all the other 'umbrella' drinks, but just without the alcohol in 'em.... Michele Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WeBeCruisin' Posted October 6, 2004 #45 Share Posted October 6, 2004 Oh please. Why even bother responding to a post asking who doesn't drink any alcohol on a cruise when one does? It has nothing to do with arrogance or narrow mindedness. Sure it is a public forum, but just as in the dining room certain unwritten rules of decorum apply Lois. Flagger, you're really starting to lose it. Your assumption that I am a drinker is arrogant and narrow-minded in itself. That has not been established. My reason for having the audacity to respond to a post asking who doesn't drink any alcohol was in response to a few posts which were stating that those who do drink alcohol do so because that is the only way they can "have fun". That type of intolerant stereotyping should be protested, regardless of whether one drinks or not. It is an unfair, prejudicial negative mindset. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Giorgi-one Posted October 6, 2004 #46 Share Posted October 6, 2004 My wife usually has a strawberry daquiri every night when we leave the Casino about 1 PM. We also enjoy some wine while sitting on our balcony. I just wanted to make the point that we are not confirmed non-drinkers. However, I agree with some previous posters who pointed out that many people cannot have fun without drinking. Yes, MANY is the correct word here, since alcohol is the #1 social problem in America, far worse than drug addiction. It is virtually an epidemic among teens and college students. And everyone is acutely aware of the problems with drunk driving. In many cases, the problem started by watching their parents and other adults who always had a drink in their hands at parties and other social gatherings. They were led to believe that this is the only way to have fun. My intent is not to lecture anyone, but it is very obvious with the number of bars/lounges and the number of people serving drinks on a cruise ship, that there are MANY passengers with serious drinking problems. I remember one cruise where the cruise director addressed everyone over the speaker system each morning around 9 AM. After first giving the weather report, the next order of business was to announce the "drink of the day". One last comment. I highly respect the Friends of Bill W. who have made the committment to address their problems. It must be very difficult for them on a Cruise Ship with the emphasis placed on liquor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flagger Posted October 6, 2004 Author #47 Share Posted October 6, 2004 That type of intolerant stereotyping should be protested' date=' regardless of whether one drinks or not. It is an unfair, prejudicial negative mindset.[/quote'] I guess you could say the same thing about kids on cruises and people who post about teenagers running rampant and leave the kids with grandma then. BTW, I never implied that people NEED to drink, I was just interesting in hearing from people who do not imbibe on a cruise. After all there are several posts about drinking etc., nothing wrong with asking to hear from those who do not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WeBeCruisin' Posted October 6, 2004 #48 Share Posted October 6, 2004 However, I agree with some previous posters who pointed out that many people cannot have fun without drinking. Yes, MANY is the correct word here, since alcohol is the #1 social problem in America Giorgi, I agree with you that some, if not many, drinkers do so because they think they have a better time when they are under the influence of alcohol. My objection was to the posts which characterized ALL drinkers as being unable to have a good time unless they were under the influence of alcohol. As for The Friends of Bill W., I am quite sympathetic with their problems. My grandfather was an alcoholic, my mother was an alcoholic, my brother is an alcoholic, and two of my three grown sons are alcoholic. If anyone is familiar with their struggles, I am. I am not an alcoholic. Fortunately, the gene skipped me. Again, my objection was the tendency of SOME of the posters to stereotype ALL drinkers as being unable to "have fun" without being under the influence of alcohol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WeBeCruisin' Posted October 6, 2004 #49 Share Posted October 6, 2004 BTW, I never implied that people NEED to drink, I was just interesting in hearing from people who do not imbibe on a cruise. After all there are several posts about drinking etc., nothing wrong with asking to hear from those who do not. And, BTW, I never said that you DID say that. I wasn't responding to you. I was responding to those people who were unfairly lumping all drinkers together. You chose to jump into the discussion and make uninformed assumptions and in your self-annointed deification dictate who was and who wasn't allowed to respond or participate in "your" thread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fireguy091 Posted October 6, 2004 #50 Share Posted October 6, 2004 Webecruisin, What part of Charlotte do you live in. My wife and another couple are considering retiring there. I have lots of questions about the area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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