Just Say No

I'm giving up weed for Lent. Not because I have a reason to need to or because I actually observe Lent. No, just because. Why not? The 40 days are up just before a big weekend of shows and then leaving for New Orleans the following Wed for Jazzfest so the stars seem perfectly aligned for this little endeavor. I've gone two week stretches without for various reasons, usually vacations where bringing it wasn't feasible and getting it there wasn't a priority. But beyond that, every day or at least half the days in a week for many years now. I think abstaining will be a challenge. Weed's my go to stress reducer, but this will be a good opportunity to find others. Note to self: Do not use this as an excuse to drink more. I feel like shit when I drink too much and that's certainly not what I'm looking for. 36 and a half days to go!