Today’s Column: July 21, 2020
Tough Talk,
I have a good friend who moved away from our small town almost five years ago and is now moving back for a new job. I’m excited and glad, but concerned as this friend is always finding ways to put people down. When we were younger, it was funny and a great way to pass the time. However, I have grown up and no longer like nasty comments about our friends, family and neighbors. But he just doesn’t seem to get the point. It wasn’t a problem when he was in another state, but now returning home, I know that he hasn’t changed and will continue to insult people, a lot of whom are now my friends and in some instances co-workers. How should deal with this problem – he rubs everyone the wrong way? (Philadelphia, Mississippi)
Philadelphia,
You need to tackle this problem head on and tell that snot-nosed dingleberry that his immature and rude comments are no longer appreciated and it is time to grow up. Who the hell is he to say anything about anybody? Next time he spouts off, you tell him to keep his GD mouth shut.
Tough Talk 