Teetotal

So yeah, as the post title suggests, I am thinking of going teetotal. Not forever of course, just for a month or so. Like a bit of a detox. I've found that when I do go out on say, a Friday night, my whole weekend is then written off. I don't get hangovers as such, but I guess they are in a way. I do drink a lot when I go out, I'm not going to deny that, pints and shots mainly, and I smoke when I drink too, which obviously is very bad for me, but it is a habit that I have got.
So, what I've been thinking, is that after my birthday (a week today!!), I'm going to lay off the drinking. I probably won't go out, as my willpower is really rather weak! I'm going to spend my time either in the gym, running, cycling, skating or studying. Or of course, being with my kids if they are with me.
I know that I am going to find this incredibly difficult. I really like drinking! But it seems like this is a natural progression for me and where I am headed.
I went out, had a great night with my friends Friday just gone, but I didn't wake up until late on Saturday and I did nothing. I had no kids that day, but I didn't go to the gym, I didn't even leave the house except to go to the shop 30 seconds away. And on Sunday I just felt incredibly down. I was snapping at the kids and that alone isn't fair on them. I'm just starting to think that its not worth it.
I know I could go out and drink in moderation, and that will be the next step, but for now, I think avoiding all temptation will be my best bet. Its not forever, and I can do this. I'll need masses of support though.

I can do this. (Probably.)