Last Wednesday was my 21st birthday. Given that I had two exams the following day, I opted for a calm night out with my friend to celebrate. We got to the bar at 11:57 p.m. on the eve of my birthday,...

I turned 21 two weeks ago, and upon finally being able to purchase alcohol legally, I went on a bit of a bender. By the time my bender was over, I irresponsibly finished four handles of liquor in a little...