My Favorite Tidbit From EmilyPost.com

The shiniest gem of wisdom to be found at emilypost.com, "etiquette's home on the web," is this, in the holiday section:

Was photocopying your butt ever a good idea?

People who drink too much at office parties are taking the risk of seriously harming their professional careers. The chemistry you had and acted on with Jennifer at the holiday office party may seem less than romantic in the clear, sober office environment. And management may think twice about trusting you with their biggest client after your drunken Karaoke rendition of “Be My Baby.” The safest way to avoid any embarrassing situations is to stay in control and limit your drinking.

Thank you, Peter Post; you've inherited a heavy mantle. You wear it with proper panache.