I don’t understand the Internet.
I’m accustomed to giving respect.
And being respected.
I don’t talk shit or behave like an “Internet tough guy”.
Because I’m from a world where your ass better be able to cash checks your mouth writes.
Sure, I was a nerdy white kid.
Sure, I’m exceptionally intelligent.
Sure, I speak like a college professor.
But I have a command presence that stops people in their tracks.
I look and dress like a Hell’s Angel.
And I can fight and shoot like damn few can.
I was born and schooled in an urban area that was voted “America’s Worst City”.
Twice.
When I had a badge & gun, I kept prisoners in line with a few simple words:
Don’t run.
Because you won’t like it when I catch you.
And I fucking will.
I’ve stopped many a potential fight with:
I don’t want trouble.
And, Trust me, neither do you.
I don’t understand the Internet.
I hope I never do.
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