Pub In The Park

DUI is a serious subject.  There are many injuries and deaths related to it.  Individuals can end up with large fines, be banned from driving and even end up doing time in jail when convicted.  There are a number of rumors related to DUI – some true, some false.

When the police smell your breath they can detect alcohol.  Well, this is not true as alcohol is odorless.  They will be able to detect other smells – beer, wine or drink mixers, but not the alcohol itself.  In fact test have shown that the presence of strong odors do not directly relate to the amount of alcohol in the bloodstream.  It is just one of the signs that you may be intoxicated.

Diabetics with low blood sugar often show similar attributes to drunk people.  They even produce acetone which can be picked up by a breathalyzer – resulting in charges of DUI.    Many diabetics are charged with DUI.

Smokers also have problems with DUI.  One of the byproducts of smoking is excessive amounts of acetaldehyde which can show up as alcohol in breathalyzers.  This greatly increases the risk of DUI for smokers.

Even the way you breathe can affect the BAC reading.  In fact the last part of the breath can hold the highest concentration of alcohol.

You can see that breathalyzers are not wholly accurate when used to detect alcohol in the breath.  And there can be an error factor of as much as twenty to thirty percent.  It is possible to contest the results of the breathalyzer if good reasons exist.  They do not accurately measure alcohol in the blood…they only estimate it.  Certain states do not allow its use.  A blood sample must be taken to prove the blood alcohol content.

The best way to avoid these problems is not to drink if you are driving – or to appoint a designated driver.  If you have been charged with DUI contact an experienced DUI attorney.

Article provided by Vermont DUI Lawyer helping drivers with their legal requirements.

Substance abuse issues are typically associated with low income, homeless or other oppressive lifestyles. However, this is medically recognized as a myth and a problem with legal or illegal drugs is common among all demographics and lifestyles. There are certain industries that lend greater to developing a problem, and this is true for high stress level careers as well as those that make access to the drug readily available, such as the medical industry itself. And one of the main points in combating the problem, which continues to increase in size, is recognizing that all people are susceptible to developing a problem and it is not a character flaw or something to be ashamed of. And as the increase in prescription medicine continues to grow, as well as the amount of drugs that are available for various issues, the more the problem with substance abuse becomes a household issue.

The restaurant industry has long been recognized for its partying lifestyle, and it is true that many servers and bartenders tend to drink with co-workers, or others, or alone, after their shift. This is one of the main ways of letting go of the day, releasing stress and bonding with other staff that exists in the field. However, not all people who work in restaurants develops a problem or addiction, and the industry carries no greater statistics for prescription medicine abuse than most others. Restaurant staff is most likely to succumb to an attraction to alcohol, and after serving it to patrons all night, it can seem like a well earned reward for a hard day’s work. And while there is nothing wrong with having a drink after work, having multiple glasses of wine, beers, or hard alcohol drinks on a daily basis can signal a problem. And if you’re wondering if you or a friend, or loved one, is showing signs of addiction, there are great resources available for you and/or them. Substance abuse treatment programs exist in all major cities and urban areas, and most of them will have guidelines and questions you can ask yourself and others to help determine if there is a problem. Also, major areas and counties have their own programs, such as the drug rehab orange county in Southern California.

In addition to certain industries having an enticing capacity for abuse and addiction potential, usually these same industries will attract people with a propensity for, already in the depths of addiction. As was indicated earlier, the restaurant industry is known for its lifestyle, and it can be difficult to resist the temptation to hang out with co-workers after a stressful night on the job and push back a few. This is also one of the largest industries whose professionals have convictions for driving under the influence of alcohol and other drugs. Of course this is not intended to single out the restaurant industry as deviant or addiction prone, and many others have high occurrences of these types of problems. However, most restaurants serve alcohol and wait staff, as well as bartenders, are constantly serving alcohol to others, which keeps it constantly on their minds. And, surprisingly to some people, working in a restaurant is an extremely stressful career choice. If you think you have a problem, contact your local drug rehab center, and if you haven’t reached this point, regardless of your background or career choice, pay attention to your own habits and addiction potential.

The thing about pubs is that they’re very hard to find in countries where there isn’t really a pub culture.  There are definitely dive bars in the U.S., and sometimes that’s about the closest thing that one can find to it.  These are the places where the drinks are always just a bit more than they might cost if you bought them in the can at the store down the block, and the idea of décor is little more than an umbrella in the sweet drinks.  If one is looking for a good discussion on sports, that’s very likely to be found, and likely to be the foundations for a brawl in the parking lot.  The same could be said for any discussion of cars, where comparing raceline wheels to the tires without treads in the parking lot can also spark interesting and lively discussion.

The other possibility for pubs in the states are the more upscale places that offer pints at European prices.  Here, the discussion might tend toward how Claire Danes is adjusting to her new marriage, and will unlikely be the stuff that fights are made on.  There may occasionally be someone who is familiar with real pub culture in these places, but their comments can be more disparaging than encouraging.  At some of the finer establishments, the idea of the hot rod stays only as a kind of abstract, but people need places where the real vehicles of contemporary culture have a place in the conversation.

It could very well be a class thing, then, and might come down to a working definition of a pub that serves the population.  Hot rod culture just might be the thing that breaks down the dividing lines.  Any place where one can enjoy a moment away from the rest of the world, talking about the benefits of  et wheels on their ongoing project, is the stuff that real pubs are made on.  There may be an occasional skirmish or two, but they would be the exception and not the rule.  The places where pubs do indeed thrive are those very places where there are few spaces where people can gather without pretense, relaxing and enjoying their leisure time with each other.  It is a kind of culture that can appreciate finer things, and still have a vigorous fondness for the way a car feels when it pulls into a particularly sharp turn.  This is the stuff that can cross cultural barriers, and make for times when being here or across the pond stops seeming to matter, even if just for a moment.

Just as the Internet and associated technology is changing the way many business practices are structured and is crashing certain career genres it is also opening new doors for many people. One profession for which this relates is playwriting. While the majority of playwrights enter their field due to passion for theatre and creative ambitions, there are also some incredible opportunities involved if the talent and commitment is there. Very few people are presented with playwriting as a viable path during career day at middle school, however, those who discover this option along the way and decide to follow their heart are rewarded in a variety of ways.

If you have the talent, and what some people consider to be the necessary it factor (which can relate to creativity, great ideas, or perhaps even the right kind of luck) you can forge a great career that earns respect and admiration from your peers and associates. It’s even possible to achieve a element of fame. Arthur Miller, Sam Shepherd, Neil Simon , are just three playwrights who have had Broadway hits and are something of household names.

But how did they, and others, get there? And how do the rest of the professionally minded playwrights earn a living? That is, how do they earn a living before winning the Tony Award for best play or a coveted Pulitzer? And if you’re planning on entering the field to gain fame, earn these awards or other externally oriented goals, you better stick with your original plan of becoming a lawyer. And while it just might be as difficult to become a star litigator and the field is highly demanding and competitive, there are definitely more jobs, of a more stable variety, and the path is a bit clearer. It’s also less likely you’ll need a cash advance on a regular basis just to pay your rent.

Meanwhile, your heart is in theatre, and your soul belongs to the stage. Too esoteric and melodramatic sounding? Hit the law books. If you plan to be a working playwright, you must except some life compromises and ongoing challenges. This is on top of writing that great play and getting it produced. There are some short term loans
that can help you in times of trouble, though you’ll need a certain amount of endurance and stamina, and a strong tolerance of rejection. Then you can take your script, send it to some local and regional companies and wait for their response. The Dramatist Sourcebook is an excellent resource for finding theatres that might be the right fit for your play. It also includes great information on competitions, grants and other possibilities. You might try and get your name out there by finding success with short ten minute scripts. However you go about it, getting your work produced is a challenge separate from, but equally important to writing that great script. And it’s estimated that most playwrights see about ten premiers in their lifetime, make yours count.

We all know that fast food is not good for us, but who knew that it could be good for the environment? That’s right! Some fast food chains are going green!

We have all heard about McDonald’s trying to use their leftover grease for fuel, but there are more fast food chains that are taking the green movement one step further. Some fast food chains are even beginning to install solar panels on their restaurants in hopes to improve the environment.

Chipotle Mexican Grill is the leader in this new trend. They are planning to install solar panels in 75 of their stores. Solar panels have already been added to 13 stores, and when finished, it has been estimated that Chipotle will reduce the amount of CO2 emissions by 41 million pounds a year!

A Burger King in Waghäusel, Germany, has also gone green. By switching to solar lighting, heating, and cooling systems, this one Burger King has also cut down on CO2 emissions by 120 metric tons, and now covers 1/3 of their electric bills by solar power.

Word has gotten around, and it is becoming a popular trend. Solar panels for homeowners are no longer the only type in demand.  Restaurant owners are becoming more willing to give up the $15,000-$20,000 on installing solar panels and having their normal maintenance workers receive solar panel installer training.  It is expensive to get the panels installed, but in the long run the amount of money that is being saved in energy costs is well worth the money. Not only are they saving money, but with the green movement in full force, restaurant owners who have switched to solar energy realize that it’s better for business. People feel better about eating out at a place that not only serves good food, but is working towards saving the planet. It’s a good sales pitch.

More and more restaurants are realizing the benefits, and the trend is on the rise. This gives people the opportunity to take away a little bit of the guilt of eating at fast food restaurants. It may not be too healthy for you, but by choosing the restaurants that are using solar panels, you are contributing to saving the planet instead. Be on the lookout, it might not be too long before you will be seeing fast food chains near you utilizing solar panels.