Brendan BehanI'm a drinker with writing problems.
About This Quote
This is another of the classic clichés that most people think is funny. However, it can be really sad to say this out loud, especially if you're not drinking. The truth is that writing is hard, and it's easy to drink when you're feeling down or frustrated. After all, it's easier to drink than write. Drinking won't solve your problems, though it'll certainly make you feel better for a while.
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