... and I realized that while I am totally on board and preparing myself to not consume alcohol (not a big drinker now that I'm out of my 20s) for 6 months post-op, I still like going out, especially in the summer to listen to music. Tonight I was with my Dad tonight at a place with no cover and a live band, so in the future, no drinking means I am essentially mooching the music for nothing if I only order water.

What the heck would one order after WLS that costs money? Can't do pop, iced tea is likely full of sugar... watered down cranberry juice? I know this is low priority but it just dawned on me and wondered if anyone had a solution.

I usually just order water with a slice of lemon/lime when I'm DD.

Well sure, bu****er is free. If I'm not paying cover and not paying for drinks, I would feel bad, as it means I'm not contributing to the business or the band's fee. I guess I could just give a huge tip?

That's a good ?. I haven't had my surgery yet I'm still waiting for my consult. But I haven't thought of your ?. Hope you had a good time out with your dad.

Thanks Phil! Yeah, it just hit me as I sipped at my drink tonight. It's not a big every day thing, but it's a reality!

We did have a good night. thanks! He lives in Port Credit during the week and loves live music, but now that my stepmom is gone, I will be going with him even more, hence the thought!

Good question...soon as I sat down I would tell the wait staff I'm DD (that would relieve the stress for me), and then ask if they had any non-carbonated bottled water or tea/coffee. Have a great weekend!

Bottled water, great idea! Not super green, but for six months I can deal with that. Have a good one hun!

I have been ordering half cranberry and water usually pay $3 or $4 but like u I to buy something the bar has over head too. I never finish a glass bit I don't feel as guilty. 

I like this idea, especially because I feel a bit bad doing bottled water (environmentally). Thanks!

I often go to hear the band my daughter plays in. If I am with my husband and he is driving I have one glass of wine. Otherwise I order coffee or tea and water. The bars usually are great about this since they know some people are DD