> A traveler cannot bring > a better burden on the road > than plenty of wisdom, > and he can bring > no worse a burden > than too much alcohol - There is nothing better to have with you on the road than common sense - because it will serve you well - It will Keep you safer - You'll encounter less friction in life the more intelligent your are - The inverse, that there is nothing worse than losing ones wits on the road - Getting drunk, losing control, dulling ones senses - This invites disaster and ruin - There's nothing worse than losing control - and becoming vulnerable through inebriation - The intention to be practical and have your priorities in order - Are you the type of person who prepares for situations you may find yourself in? - Or are you the type of person who forgets to bring a water filter when camping, but remembered all the booze?