I am having a party at my home in a couple of weeks Former H.S. classmates 42-43 years old. I am thinking about purchasing a breathalizer and asking anyone who drinks to turn in their keys, and to test before leaving, They would not be given their keys until they were legal. How would you react to this if you knew up front that if you drink, you have to turn in your keys?
2006-10-05 07:37:15 · 28 answers · asked by Anonymous in Food & Drink ➔ Entertaining
I don't think I would ever want to let you out of my sight. That would tell me that you actually care about the people in your life, regarless of how well you know them or don't know them. Not everyone is strong enough to tell their friends and friends from years ago that I won't let you drink and drive. I thik it's good that you plan to do that. Maybe if more people had a friend like you, there would be less drinking and driving accidents. Good luck with that.
Also, I would feel comfortable knowing that someone other than me has my best interest at heart.
2006-10-05 09:43:19 · answer #1 · answered by wilsonhutchison04 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I would add to the written invitations "Drink and Drive At Your Own Risk." That should release you legally. (Might want to check with an attorney.) Forcing a breathalizer and demanding keys, is not appropriate, IMO. If you feel there will be a problem, don't serve alcohol.
2006-10-05 16:29:50 · answer #2 · answered by MB 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would mind, because I think that at this stage in your life (early forties) its not my responsibility to tally how many drinks you've had. I also doubt that as a host you'd not notice if someone has had entirely too much.
I say portion the drinks out. Do not just leave 8 packs of beer, unlimited wine bottles out in the open, Arrange it like an open bar
I would balance it more with soft drinks, juices, etc...
Or better yet, can you hire a bartender for the evening?
If you are considering a breathlizer, I think that you can probably foot the bill for a 5 hour bartender.
2006-10-05 10:09:09 · answer #3 · answered by Jane 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
i have mixed emotions about that...maybe if you put it on the invite that you would be taking keys and giving breathalizer tests before leaving that would give the person you are inviting a choice to either show or not. on the other hand, we are all adults and some may become offended by being treated like a child; with all due respect, you may want to announce or put on the invite, taxi cab service will be available if you become to drunk to drive home or to get you to a safe place safely; something to that affect
2006-10-05 07:48:21 · answer #4 · answered by Say It Again M'am 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think I would approach this a different way. I would serve cocktails the first 2-3 hours of the party, and then I would switch to a coffee bar situation. Make it a really big treat - you know - fancy syrups, toppings, etc, and cut out the alcohol. Start offering coffee, tea and that is it. Bring out a big dessert with the coffee bar. At that point start assessing who looks like they need to sober up, take a cab or be driven home. You might consider renting a van for the night and hiring a driver - and that's what he does - drive people home.
2006-10-05 17:36:46 · answer #5 · answered by Karla R 5 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Being upfront is only half the issue. What happens to them after keys are taken? If you let me crash on sofa im good. If i have to take a 70 dollar cab ride(and didnt expect it) im pissed. Let them know the full list of options if you take the keys. That way everyone who arrives for party has all the information they need to make an informed decision.
2006-10-05 08:39:44 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would be careful about this it could turn VERY ugly fast. I personally would probably just go home and skip the party, I don't drink but I don't want to be there when the drunks do get ticked off and get rude. I can sit at home and have a quiet night without the drama.
2006-10-05 10:02:20 · answer #7 · answered by mountaincutie1178 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I think it's a bit overboard. If I saw that contraption when I walked up, I'd excuse myself and leave. And I'm no drunkard, and am certain I could pass the breathalizer anyway. I mean, what are you?! The MADD state president?! Keys in a bucket are enough, I think.
2006-10-05 08:40:46 · answer #8 · answered by Sugar Pie 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I would have absolutely no problem with turning over the keys -- But I do have a problem with the breathalizer. If you turn in your keys, you don't get them back - sleep on the couch.
2006-10-05 07:42:26 · answer #9 · answered by GP 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
i think that's a great idea I've had 2 dui's of course i was always "o,k. to drive" it prolly cost me around $12,000.00 between the 2 six grand apiece that's right I'd tell your friends thta too the keys or a cab thier choice the breath-a-lizer aint a bad idea though make sure you have plenty of clean mouth pieces for everyone and thta you know how to calabrte it as well
2006-10-05 07:49:36 · answer #10 · answered by <B> 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋