Yes, understand. And, have a longstanding "no scorpions on the gift list" policy in place. Well, it's more of a "guideline" than an official policy. But so far, it's been enforced.
That said, who here would ask for a cookie, then then say that Sofia in a Speedo was not a nice gift?
Um, I'd need to think about this.
"Would I have an issue if I asked for a cookie?"
Hang on, let me ask my bro.
"Jon, a cool dude from a guitar forum is in a giving mood and is offering an image of a female celebrity in a speedo. No, he's straight, but sometimes reminds me of my high school coach who employs unusual encouragement methods. How do I feel? Well, not necessarily comfortable with this. Don't want to give him the wrong impression. What? No, he'd understand if I didn't feel like playing his game. No, he's just looking to enjoy a little fun with his buddies online. Yeah, thanks. Appreciate the advice. What's that? Uh, no. No fault, no foul. That'll help him feel better. Be well, see ya soon."
So bro Jon says if it doesn't feel right, you don't need to accept a fold out of Sofia. (Mind turns back to high school, J Geils between sets.). Yeah, being a student was fun while school lasted...nowadays, it's goals and thinking that when you learn stuff, people expect you to have the answers.
This may sound strange, but one of my most difficult experiences was trying to teach young people how to listen well and ask questions, rather than express their opinion. Many years ago, my focus was inward. Now, my focus is towards people I meet daily. Yet, I digress.
In this season of giving, thanks just the same. It was the thought that counted, and truthfully, I don't have the wall space for a Sofia photo. Regards the fish and the scorpion, save the idea, it will show up again. Later, DGT...
