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The return to the 'dirty 30'

By: Kris Turner Posted: 10/16/08 11:43pm

We had it right sophomore year.

After turning 21, many people leave the “dirty 30” behind and opt for classier venues to get their more sophisticated drink on.

But, recently, with the help of my friend Jenny, we’ve rediscovered the magic of a 30 pack of Busch Light. Instead of going to the bar and dropping $40 or more, a $20 investment can get the job done and provide us with a night of fun.

Beer pong, flip cup or random raging all can come from this heavenly pack.

What we once shunned because we were “too old to tote the 30” is now a throwback to the days of shotgunning beers in the dorms.

Last spring, it was second nature to go to the bar five or so days a week after work. Having only gotten a few months to hit the East Lansing bar scene after turning 21, I left for an internship in the fall. When I got back, I knew I had to make up for lost time.

As with all things, the bar scene got old, not to mention expensive.

This fall, I decided to switch up my routine. Instead of heading out to a crowded, smoke-filled place, I wanted to try drinking at home with my friends. I never have to wait for a drink, there’s never a line for the bathroom and I can actually hear the people I’m talking with. The house I’m living in also has a killer side lot, which is perfect for beer pong. Needless to say, I found an old, but good, recipe for fun.

The bars can be a blast, but sometimes all you need to do when looking for a good time is turn to your past.

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Commentary:

Georgia Spartan

10/17/08 12:34pm

Sigh… I miss college.

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Mr. Grammar

10/17/08 2:36pm

It’s not “Bush”; it’s “Busch”. See: http://www.busch.com

It’s really sad when you have to correct a journalist’s spelling mistakes.

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Mr. Grammar

10/17/08 2:36pm

But after all, this is the State News.

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Wino

10/18/08 6:44am

Same thing, only I got rid of the corkscrew and drink wine with a screw cap. Mad Dog 20/20 rocks!

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Loser

10/20/08 3:27pm

We get it. You’re cool, you drink.

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gim

10/24/08 2:14am

kris, when did you ever shotgun a beer in the dorms?

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