So I had an interview yesterday which was in a Starbucks. I wasn't familiar with the area of town so I left myself lots of time to get there, and wound up getting there an hour early. It was in a mall area with lots of big box stores. So I'm in my car trying to do deep breathing exercises to calm myself for the interview, and what is directly in front of me. One of the new giant format LCBO's (Liquor Control Board of Ontario) which is the only place you can buy booze up here.

I don't want to drink, I'm taking my antabuse, and I feel so much better being sober, and still the thought that immediately pops into my head "Oh while I'm waiting, I could just slip in and pick up some scotch". Obviously I didn't, but it really surprised me how strong the trigger was from just seeing the store. Guess it's a reminder of how careful I still have to be.

--splitimage