Guest guest Posted August 12, 2002 Report Share Posted August 12, 2002 I don't mind people saying don't drink and drive. However, one sip of alcohol does not make a drunk driver, so that comment is extreme. However, most of us know from our high school classes that an average 150 pound person can consume and metabolize 1 oz. of alcohol per hour safely. Over that risks intoxication. My point is that, even at our far greater than average weights (which should allow us to consume more than average without ill effects) we are in danger if we have more the 2 OZ. IN A 24 HOUR PERIOD! Now teetotallers may get on their high horse (and I'm practically one...can count on two hands how many times I've had a drink since I got pregnant with my now 9 year old), but I know from the support groups that many people consume more than this amount occasionally in a 24 hour period, and I'm fairly positive they were never told about the possible consequences. In fact, I believe even the Dr.s don't have much information on this subject yet. That's why we need to keep each other informed. I have a good lawyer, and my driving record is spotless, so I'll just have to go to class, but it could have been worse. Thank God. Vicki Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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