June 1, 1973
50 Years Later!42 total reviews
Comment from Sally Law
I'm so sorry I don't have a six for this one, my friend. Oh my, to think of you so incapacitated scares me. I'm glad the angel of the Lord was there to guide you through this and protected you. (Sorry, crying here at the very thought!)
We still have strict alcohol laws in Florida, but it doesn't keep the spring breakers from coming here and breaking it. If people want to drink or break the law, they'll do it. Laws are made for lawbreakers, and until we know the one who can change the heart and the will to do these things, there will always be a problem.
I'm glad to see that love and grace of God have overcome. I know that you are a new person inside and out. You're not the Debi Pick of June 1, 1973. You have learned and grown wise. That is the person your grandchildren seek out because that's who you really are!
In Christ, our sins don't hold us anymore. We have been set free in Him the moment we believed. He desires us to walk in that ever day with His strength.
Thank you for sharing this. You're so very brave to do it. I don't know many that share their lowest points to others.
I graduated the same year, by the way. I went to one of the largest high schools in central Florida. My graduating class was 1150. There was a lot of drinking that day, but I wasn't a part of it although I was popular.
To this day, I've never had a strong drink. I've never taken a drug or smoked. When it kills your dad, like it did to mine, something happened inside of me that said, no! God helps me to stay that path and keep my vows to Him. Only in Him can I do it. Only in Him!
Thank you again for sharing, dear one. I am blessed to call you friend.
Love and blessings always,
BBB XOs!
reply by the author on 01-Jun-2023
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I'm so sorry I don't have a six for this one, my friend. Oh my, to think of you so incapacitated scares me. I'm glad the angel of the Lord was there to guide you through this and protected you. (Sorry, crying here at the very thought!)
We still have strict alcohol laws in Florida, but it doesn't keep the spring breakers from coming here and breaking it. If people want to drink or break the law, they'll do it. Laws are made for lawbreakers, and until we know the one who can change the heart and the will to do these things, there will always be a problem.
I'm glad to see that love and grace of God have overcome. I know that you are a new person inside and out. You're not the Debi Pick of June 1, 1973. You have learned and grown wise. That is the person your grandchildren seek out because that's who you really are!
In Christ, our sins don't hold us anymore. We have been set free in Him the moment we believed. He desires us to walk in that ever day with His strength.
Thank you for sharing this. You're so very brave to do it. I don't know many that share their lowest points to others.
I graduated the same year, by the way. I went to one of the largest high schools in central Florida. My graduating class was 1150. There was a lot of drinking that day, but I wasn't a part of it although I was popular.
To this day, I've never had a strong drink. I've never taken a drug or smoked. When it kills your dad, like it did to mine, something happened inside of me that said, no! God helps me to stay that path and keep my vows to Him. Only in Him can I do it. Only in Him!
Thank you again for sharing, dear one. I am blessed to call you friend.
Love and blessings always,
BBB XOs!
Comment Written 01-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 01-Jun-2023
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Thank you so very much Sweet friend. How sweet your words are and yes, I don't apologize to anyone for what used to be, as it is maybe what all had to happen in order for me to be the person I am now. But I am thankful those days are behind me. God did let me go thru much of everything as He wanted me to find you. Thank you for the great review and thank you for you!
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Everyone has their own and story. Yours is very powerful one of transformation. I'm so proud of you for sharing this, precious friend! You're so brave!
Sal xoxo
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I got up at midnight to read this again. I'm glad we were both spared many things and found each other. God bless you and keep you always, I hope always close to me in spirit. Love you!
Comment from Ginda Simpson
You make some very valid points in your "confession" dating back fifty years. Thankfully, in spite of the immaturity of your understanding and consequent behavior, you survived to tell this story. Like you say, the timing of this age limit change was disastrous.
reply by the author on 01-Jun-2023
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You make some very valid points in your "confession" dating back fifty years. Thankfully, in spite of the immaturity of your understanding and consequent behavior, you survived to tell this story. Like you say, the timing of this age limit change was disastrous.
Comment Written 01-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 01-Jun-2023
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Hi Ginda, yet some of us must go thru certain things in order to become who God meant us to be later. I don't apologize for any stupid little mistakes, nor do I question God's plan. I am just thankful this is where I ended up. It is much better to accept it rather than question. I appreciate your kind comments my dear friend.
Comment from Terry Broxson
The best-laid plans of mice and men and politicians that don't work out are a long list. Certainly, this experiment was ill-conceived and poorly implemented. But we can't blame the 18-year-olds. Well written. Terry.
reply by the author on 08-Jun-2023
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The best-laid plans of mice and men and politicians that don't work out are a long list. Certainly, this experiment was ill-conceived and poorly implemented. But we can't blame the 18-year-olds. Well written. Terry.
Comment Written 01-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 08-Jun-2023
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Terry, I was so sure I had responded to this one. Especially since it meant so much to me. I must have not hit Save hard enough I am so far behind but should get better after eye surgery next week. I just want you to know how much I appreciate your kind review and comments.
Comment from Jim Wile
Great story, Debi. I loved how your perspective changed, and how you rephrased your opening line based on the maturity and wisdom you've gained from life. If only 18-year-olds could have the wisdom of real adults, so many more would be around today. I agree with your assessment of the drinking age change and also the timing of the change in the law. Terrible judgment on both counts, but good judgment on your part not to share this particular memory with your grandkids. I never told my kids about my youthful indiscretions either or my grandkids.
Such a well-written story. Jim
reply by the author on 08-Jun-2023
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Great story, Debi. I loved how your perspective changed, and how you rephrased your opening line based on the maturity and wisdom you've gained from life. If only 18-year-olds could have the wisdom of real adults, so many more would be around today. I agree with your assessment of the drinking age change and also the timing of the change in the law. Terrible judgment on both counts, but good judgment on your part not to share this particular memory with your grandkids. I never told my kids about my youthful indiscretions either or my grandkids.
Such a well-written story. Jim
Comment Written 01-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 08-Jun-2023
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I was so sure I had responded to this one. Especially since it meant so much to me. I must have not hit Save hard enough I am so far behind but should get better after eye surgery next week. I just want you to know how much I appreciate your kind review and comments.
Comment from Wendy G
Goodness what a story. Yes, the timing was not well thought out. Here the drinking age is 18 and it is a pity that many or most count getting drunk as a rite of passage into adulthood. Well written.
Wendy
reply by the author on 08-Jun-2023
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Goodness what a story. Yes, the timing was not well thought out. Here the drinking age is 18 and it is a pity that many or most count getting drunk as a rite of passage into adulthood. Well written.
Wendy
Comment Written 01-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 08-Jun-2023
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I was so sure I had responded to this one. I must have not hit Save hard enough I am so far behind but should get better after eye surgery next week. I just want you to know how much I appreciate your kind review and comments.
Comment from Debbie D'Arcy
Well done Debi! An excellent and informative write that kept me hooked all the way through. What complete unthinkable idiocy on the part of the State. I suppose the positives out of all this, it at least gives you the material for an enjoyable read and a good healthy rant! Thanks for sharing. Debbie
reply by the author on 08-Jun-2023
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Well done Debi! An excellent and informative write that kept me hooked all the way through. What complete unthinkable idiocy on the part of the State. I suppose the positives out of all this, it at least gives you the material for an enjoyable read and a good healthy rant! Thanks for sharing. Debbie
Comment Written 01-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 08-Jun-2023
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I was so sure I had responded to this one. Especially since it meant so much to me. I must have not hit Save hard enough I am so far behind but should get better after eye surgery next week. I just want you to know how much I appreciate your kind review and comments.
Comment from Wayne Fowler
You are right. Well written.
18 is too young, especially for hard liquor. And to time it to coincide with graduation was ridiculous.
Alcohol about ruined me. Not a drop since 1972 (21 yrs old). I found I just don't need it and the risks are far too great.
Best wishes.
reply by the author on 01-Jun-2023
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You are right. Well written.
18 is too young, especially for hard liquor. And to time it to coincide with graduation was ridiculous.
Alcohol about ruined me. Not a drop since 1972 (21 yrs old). I found I just don't need it and the risks are far too great.
Best wishes.
Comment Written 01-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 01-Jun-2023
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G'mornin Wayne. Yes, some of us should just say no. Sounds like you made the right choice before you were too old, but I do know what has to happen to some of us in order for good choices to be made. I admire you and pat you on the back for doing that. I have a double dose from an inherited genetic pool but anyone who can say no at 18 has to be a rare bird. So the state took those just out of high school and put a road block in front, but thankfully many of us cleared the path and all is well.
Anyway this was meant to be half information, half lighthearted and mostly one big walk down memory lane. So since you are close enough to the same age, (actually the same as my husband) can you tell me where the heck those fifty years went? Thanks for the kind comments and your sharing your story, my friend.
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Sadly, I watched every one of those 50 years go by with choices here and there I wish I'd made a little differently.
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Lol, yeah me too. But alas, we are still here.
Comment from jmdg1954
Debi, good morning.
I wonder if after you got that "if looks could kill" look from Glenn, did he bust out laughing?
Here in New Jersey the drinking age law changed in 1972 from 21 to 17. And guess who was 17 at that time? Yours truly... just in time for college! It also caused me to take the seven year college plan rather than the traditional four. Remember yesterday when you almost called me "dumb-ass"? It would've fit for sure! And I got plenty of other times those words would ring true...
Four years later, for once New Jersey did a smart thing; they reverted the law back to 21 as the legal age to drink. But in those four years... weee doggie! I consumed my fair share!
All in all, I think we both turned out to be pretty good people's!
Cheers,
Naw! Not cheers... how's about...
To our grandkids!
John
reply by the author on 01-Jun-2023
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Debi, good morning.
I wonder if after you got that "if looks could kill" look from Glenn, did he bust out laughing?
Here in New Jersey the drinking age law changed in 1972 from 21 to 17. And guess who was 17 at that time? Yours truly... just in time for college! It also caused me to take the seven year college plan rather than the traditional four. Remember yesterday when you almost called me "dumb-ass"? It would've fit for sure! And I got plenty of other times those words would ring true...
Four years later, for once New Jersey did a smart thing; they reverted the law back to 21 as the legal age to drink. But in those four years... weee doggie! I consumed my fair share!
All in all, I think we both turned out to be pretty good people's!
Cheers,
Naw! Not cheers... how's about...
To our grandkids!
John
Comment Written 01-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 01-Jun-2023
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Thank you John, I just got done telling someone I wasn't fond of being judged in reviews. So I appreciate yours very much. 17? Wow! Yet I am glad you can relate as we were young and had to go thru it. Thanks so much my friend! And I did have some fun for a while but we did party on weekends until it didn't seem fun anymore. Live and learn. Yes, to the wonderful grandkids.
Comment from Pearl Edwards
This story shows that you not only have a good memory but that you have also learnt from past mistakes, past hangovers, as many of us have done.
like what were they going to do? Hold the ceremony for the four kids who went home? Loved that one Debi.Thanks for sharing,
cheers,
valda
reply by the author on 01-Jun-2023
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This story shows that you not only have a good memory but that you have also learnt from past mistakes, past hangovers, as many of us have done.
like what were they going to do? Hold the ceremony for the four kids who went home? Loved that one Debi.Thanks for sharing,
cheers,
valda
Comment Written 01-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 01-Jun-2023
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Oh thanks Valda. I did have some fun back then as we were young, but eventually knew it wasn't worth it. Thanks for your awesome review and comments
Comment from giraffmang
Hi there,
I enjoyed this piece, it's well-written and more importantly, completely engaging.
At 12:00 Noon, High School - you don't need to capitalise noon here.
I had to look twice at the school name - my school was Annadale. lol
keepsake memory for the
"AHS Class of 1973"- you need closing punctuation (a period somewhere) for the end.
The age thing is funny to me as it's always been 18 here and we never really had all these problems. lol
All the best
GMG
reply by the author on 01-Jun-2023
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Hi there,
I enjoyed this piece, it's well-written and more importantly, completely engaging.
At 12:00 Noon, High School - you don't need to capitalise noon here.
I had to look twice at the school name - my school was Annadale. lol
keepsake memory for the
"AHS Class of 1973"- you need closing punctuation (a period somewhere) for the end.
The age thing is funny to me as it's always been 18 here and we never really had all these problems. lol
All the best
GMG
Comment Written 01-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 01-Jun-2023
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Thanks so much for your kind comments and I love your statement about how yours has always been. I guess if it would have been that way always, the kids wouldn't have gone crazy like they did 50 years ago. Back then we could get by w more too.
