Ahh, the benefits of careful reading...

[roseembolism]

For my special exam, I am only to have clear liquids tonight and tomorrow.  The chicken broth with garlic was icky, the Gatorade and apple juice boring.

But hey, look at this!  Ginger ale is a clear liquid, and so is whiskey!  And alcohol isn't mentioned as prohibited.  I'll read the scrip again- nope, no mention of alcohol.  So Old Fashioneds here we come!

For the first time in three days, I know I'm going to sleep through any physical discomfort.