It seems to be the eternal struggle of parents to set a good example for their children while still managing to enjoy life. Nowhere is this truer than when it comes to drinking. Regarding alcohol, you want to show your children how to drink responsibly--and that means knowing your limits and not being embarrassed if you are too intoxicated to drive.

Having a pocket breathalyzer from AlcoTester.com can help you make the call. When you're out at holiday parties or family gatherings, you may want to have a few drinks to enjoy the event. When it's time to leave, you can blow your breathalyzer to see what your BAC (blood alcohol content) is. If it is over the legal limit (or even close to it), don't drive home.

Have a friend or relative give you a ride home, or just call a cab. You may fear that if your kids know you're drunk, this could corrode their respect for you--but their safety is more important. What's more, you're providing a valuable example of how to handle situations like this.

Having a breathalyzer on hand lets you make the right decisions and gives you a chance to show your children how to handle alcohol responsibly. Everybody processes alcohol differently, even from day to day, and a hot summer day can help just a few beers get you more intoxicated than you planned. To find out more about our products, call today at 810-919-1994 or email info@alcotester.com.