For me, it's been exhilarating. We danced on the outdoor table when we were able to put water in the pool without buckets. I unfroze one hose bib on back of house and gonna let the other take it's time to thaw. It may not even be frozen, too. As far as drinking, I got lit last night with 3 beers and 2 glasses of red wine. I'm pretty much a lightweight. Now hopalong on the other hand.....he prolly ended up in town with two arm loads of broads.