Are you a SKUNK??

Abraham Lincoln, as the 16th President of the United States, stated "What kills a skunk is the publicity it gives itself." Yeah, think about it.

A skunk is typically considered an unfavorable animal to be around--but what let's people really know it's around is the signature aromatic spray. The scent that just makes everyone one run for the hills. Please don't let yourself be sprayed by the skunk--this could be the very thing that makes YOU stink and keep people away from you. There's a reason why a skunk is not accepted as a housepet.

So, where am I going with this? NO ONE LIKES A SKUNK! Here are a few examples of skunk twitters I found that really stood out:[Disclaimer: I do not know these people personally, so this is not an attack. I'm just using their words to make my point :-) This again is simply based on my observations. If they get upset for me putting their stuff out there; well, the apology will be pending.]

@GrandHustleDro http://twitpic.com/71sc7 i waz da freshest nigga in da country

@A_MixFit I am good morning-ning the ish outta folks..im so nice

I could really go on and on with the endless list of Skunkisms; but, I won't. I will continue to say that there really is no point in telling people what you are, or stating that you are "nice", "fly", "the best in [insert geographical region]". Did you ever hear Mother Teresa (RIP) saying how she was the *ish for saving the entire world? How about other major leaders such as Martin Luther King, Albert Einstein, or even Jesus, for that matter? The thing that keeps these people grounded is that they keep a sense of humility. Believe it, or not, it will get you far.

Other people really aren't too keen on people popping their collars and seeking recognition. The public knows you're there, but do you really have to spray your stankiness?? If you think people will look up to you while you continue to go down this path, please step out of your imaginary world. Again, those who are really doing something don't go around flaunting to gain recognition.

Someone who is true and comfortable being themselves can live and breath without seeking the profound acknowledgment of others. These skunks are seeking something--but whatever it is they are seeking doesn't ever seem to have a positive effect. I never met anyone that has had a very positive memory associated with the stank...I mean, skunk :-)

Keeping It Real At All Times,
JayTrip