As Dawn the Drinker, I was well known for getting far too excited, far too early. For example, I'd always get hammered the night before a wedding in anticipation for the next day & generally spend the first few hours at the ceremony feeling like death, propped up against a wall, my face an interesting shade of green.
I was the same with holidays. The night before, whilst packing, I would always indulge in at least a bottle of the white stuff, with the end result being a stonking hangover to travel with. It was also compulsory to have a few large glasses at the airport .. the only thing that would stop me was if the hangover was too severe!
This year, it's going to be very different. And whilst I'm a little apprehensive, I'm also a little intrigued to feel what it feels like to travel and enjoy a holiday completely sober.Ironically, I'm going to the land of wine, cheese & baguette, a Sober Slimming World persons dream (or nightmare). I've been to France many times before however was mainly drunk or eating carbs. It will be interesting to see how the French 'cope' with me as not sure the non alcoholic choices are going to be extensive. I'm also interested to know what it feels like to wake up with vigour every day rather than stumbling out of bed, gasping for water.
Historically, I have never moved much on holiday .. mainly to the fridge or the bar .. but this time will be a novelty as I still need to walk 50 miles towards my challenge. I will be packing my trainers for the first time ever & am still getting used to the thought of the essential space they will take up in my minuscule hand luggage.
And then there's my holiday money, previously spent on copious amounts of alcohol & cigarettes. I'm still debating how much I'll need .. it's like being a born again holiday virgin .. and I'm guessing that this time, I might actually come back with some Euros in my wallet!
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