I chose to remain alcohol-free when I began my adult path in life. I allowed myself to be isolated on the social circuit due to my choice to go through life without alcoholic effects. My choice to remain alcohol-free during school years and social occasions with friends was justified by the fact that it enabled me to maintain my individual values.
Everything changed during the weekend as I attended my brother's wedding ceremony. The celebration space buzzed with positive energy because people laughed and shared happy moments during the family reunion. The event required me to handle drink service duties. People from both my close circle and extended family members were all present and united for this special celebration. The custom of food and drink sharing in my family is so rooted in tradition, and it requires that I participate in the consumption of the food and drinks as the shearer. This was a defining moment that tested my long held resolve.
As custom demand, I decided to join my family members after watching them enjoy their drinks. I felt uncertain at first. I thought about giving the can of beer to another person or discarding it secretly. But as I paused to think about the day's happiness and new relationships forming I decided to give it a try. The moment became essential to me, so I chose to experience it.
I picked up a Goldberg Premium Lager can which delivered a cold sensation that matched the joyful atmosphere of the celebration. The sound from the can as I opened it matched the energy of the atmosphere. My first sip of the beer gave a surprise feeling. The taste was clean with a refreshing flavor. The combination of tastes in this drink created a new sensation which brought me a feeling of freedom.
The beer experience revealed to me that the drink itself was less important than the present moment with family and the traditional values we share. The practice of sharing drinks created a new level of significance. The whole experience brought me closer to the people I love, it makes me realized that trying something new couch lead to some happy surprises.
I drank my cold Goldberg beer with a satisfying feeling as I reflect on the events that has led me to the time. The experience was more than breaking my long held resolve, because it brought me to the point of celebrating life's precious moment with loved ones. The realization that trying something new is not that bad, made me feel very satisfied.
I felt deeply moved emotionally, as I gently lifted my can of beer for a silent toast, wishing my brother well on his marriage journey. Life is all about experience, so, it's a good thing to our rules occasionally to spend time with friends and create memories. So, I toast to fresh starts and pleasant surprises and the joy of sharing a beer with people I love. Cheers!
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