You know, just when I think no one is paying attention to this little blog, I get a surprise kick in the butt by a friend to remind me that someone, somewhere, is reading. Thank you, old friend.
So without further ado....
This posting is about the beauty of being mad, and the good that comes from telling the ugly truth . I'm mad, dammit.
As a New Year's resolution of sorts I have decided that when I'm mad, sad, disappointed or indifferent, I'm going to show it. And I expect the same from my friends. Life's too short not to be real with each other, so let's cut through the powdered sugar coating and express ourselves.
I want my friends to trust what I say. When I pay a compliment, I want it to mean something. When I'm happy, I want it to show. Likewise, when I'm mad at you, I'm going to tell you that. When I act like a jerk, I want you to call me out on it. I want to argue with you when I disagree with you, instead of keeping my opinion to myself, afraid of how it may make me look. I want to show you my ugly side, my mean side, my vulnerable side, and my insecure side.
I long for the freedom to be an asshole! I really, really, do.
And I'll start now. Let me publicly declare that it pisses me off that so many Americans are fat. There is no excuse for that! Stop eating so much crap! And stop going to the doctor looking for a magic pill that will solve your cholesterol problems, your heart problems, and your joint issues. That's not how it should work.
Phew, that felt good! And please, if you disagree, I expect to hear it from you. I'm beginning to realize that telling the truth-the whole, ugly truth-is a matter of respect.
Happy New Year. Here's to telling your friends why they piss you off, and having them return the favor.
With love,
Adam
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This is good Adam. I totally agree about people being fat and looking for a magic pill. I'm all about being real. Good for you!!
ReplyDeleteHi Adam.... Think you may havew more people coming to your site now that B.P has posted your blog on facebook.
ReplyDeleteAs one of those "fatties" I cant agree with you more. The major problem I see though is that it is cheaper for people to go eat fast food than it is to buy fresh and eat healthy. I think that it really needs a re-thinking of what things should cost in this country (notice how obesity is more prevalent in poorer neighborhoods).
That said though it also takes "fatties" (yes I am still classing myself as a fattie so no one can lambast me) realising they have a problem and doing something about it. I reached that point last year (amazing how seeing yourself in the bathroom mirror can hit home) and made a change. Through healthier eating and getting my ass on the bike I droped from about 310 to 240lbs. It is not however the end and I know I need to continue - a fact I had forgotten and it showed by the fact I am back up at 255lbs (stupid winter).
I am hoping that my first ride of the season (yesterday) has marked my watershed. Time to get back on that journey.
Have a good one. See you in B.P.
Steve
Steve, you're such a nerd.
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