Re: Why would anyone allow their kids to do this?

I don't have a problem with that article or concept.
I noticed it was written from Atlanta, Georgia - central part of the Bible belt.
A lot of people in the South are raised with a strong "alcohol is EVIL - never touch the stuff" concept. But when the kids get into college, high school, probably even younger -- when they get a chance, then they love to party and get drunk, in fact it would seem that is the only thing they like to do. And then they post wasted pictures of themselves on the internet. I don't understand it, but it's there.

Somehow a big hype gets built into alcoholic beverages. It has a strong mystique and pull. In my opinion, they should be considered as just another choice of beverage - not something to get all excited about, and throw parties centered around and look forward to, etc. I believe any occasion should be considered just as good with no alcohol - it is not a necessary ingredient for a good time.

Taking the mystery out of it by letting kids have a taste or a small portion in a safe family environment doesn't let it become that "forbidden fruit", so that ever after, they go out drinking with an "Oh, I'm BAD" mentality.

I don't have a problem with people drinking in moderation and responsibility in appropriate settings, but I've never had respect for people who get drunk. I certainly don't need any assistance in having fun! I myself have never been drunk, although I've tried a small variety of alcohol - one at a time, mind you.

I understand that many people's lives (and their family's lives) have been damaged or destroyed by alcohol - and these people must treat alcohol with extreme care and caution. I would not want to offend people by drinking alcohol in their presence.

Of course, I'm an odd one... I have mostly only drunk water since I was 15 and gave up soft drinks. Tweet