I'm just like you; I'm eighteen and I've never taken a sip of alcohol in my life, nor do I plan to. (My choice is not based off anything religious.) I head off to college this fall, somewhere that's both luring and frightening at the same time. I realize the chance of having a drink will be more eminent than ever in the next few years, but I've promised myself to remain steadfast and commit myself to what I know and love best - none of which involves using alcohol or other substances as a prop. Thanks for the article!