Detoxing

I went back to work last Friday. While talking to a few mates, they mentioned that they were "off the drink" for January because they drank so much during the holidays.

Friday evening, we went out to dinner with a couple friends. We went to an Indian place and all during dinner, the other couple kept saying how well beer and Indian go together. They were aching for a drink. However, they are "detoxing" for the month of January because they too drank too much over the holidays.

Today, we went to the Porterhouse for dinner. Much to my surprise, there were plenty of seats/tables available. Granted, it is a Tuesday evening but it was well past 7:00 and in the past it has been busy at this time. During dinner, John told me that a few of his mates are "off the drink" for January also.

My question to you, dear readers (especially Irish ones), why do you need to "detox" from alcohol during Januaray? I thought the Irish could handle their drink. :) Otherwise, you could try drinking 3-4 pints a night instead of 10. It seems silly to give up the sauce.