One important hidden message from your post is that there is also no free lunch. If one gains somewhere, there is a cons somewhere else and vice versa :)

Exactly!

He however likes Chartreuse, which is a strong sign about him being a good person! :)

The color, or the drink? :P ... I don't think I ever tried the drink actually. Though when it comes to drinking alcohol, the monks always have good taste!

Yup, my teenage years suddenly creeped up on me for some reason! Of all the things to remember!

No, not Canadian, just Greek Cypriot. We got some good monastery wines here!

I loved your comments btw!