Robert Parish Quotes

I used to be a drinker but I found out how bad it was and I let it alone.

I had to give up martinis - I enjoyed them too much.

I don't drink. I choose to be sober now. I have drunk over the last six years, but I just don't want to be that person anymore.

I wasn't really an alcoholic, but I was losing control. I still go for a beer, but I drink a lot less.

Being sober is not a struggle for me.

And I have always told the patients when I talk to them. When they come around and say, 'What will you have to drink? Oh that's right you don't drink.' Just speak up and say, 'Of course I drink. But I just don't drink alcohol.'

I work very hard to keep on an even keel as far as alcohol is concerned.

I'm a recovering alcoholic so I should be home.

Well, I stopped drinking. That was actually a big deal. I didn't go through any harrowing rock-bottom experience. I just made a decision to stop drinking.

But she told me she was never going to drink again.

I don't really drink very much, although I have abused alcohol in the past.

I have not had a drink for four years, which for me is a long time.

The other guys drink, but they don't drink anywhere near what I used to. And I think they're slightly respectful of the fact that I'm off it, so it's not a problem.

I just think my body can't handle it any more. I did try a little drink a while back, and I was actually physically ill. I went into an immediate depression, and felt awful, just dreadful. So that's it. I'm over it now.

In 1969, I gave up women and alcohol - it was the worst 20 minutes of my life.

I have a reputation for drinking a lot. Indeed, I drink quite much. However, I give it up when I wish to do so. I never, ever drink while on duty. The drinking is only for my pleasure. I do not remember neglecting my duties because of drinking even once.

Okay, I've admitted to drinking too much. Okay, so I'm dealing with it.

I didn't drink for two years.

I feel like if you wanna be sober and you can't handle being around someone who drinks, then don't do it.

It's funny, because when you tell people you've stopped drinking, there's an automatic reaction. People ask, 'Was it a lifestyle choice or were you waking up in a skip?'

I don't drink anymore.

I don't drink. Don't smoke.

I'll be seeking professional help with regards to alcohol and, until myself and the club feel this is under control, I'll be off the drink.

I am not going to sit here and say I am never going to drink again. That is not realistic.

An American monkey, after getting drunk on brandy, would never touch it again, and thus is much wiser than most men.