A ruse I use
One way I've gotten around the problem of not drinking alcohol while playing is I went out and bought a small but noticable AA necklace. Since I've been wearing this alot of pitbosses, dealers, etc. have asked if I want a soda or coffee, but not a cocktail. I guess there are alot of AA'ers out there and they reconize the necklace.
Just some food for thought....
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