Tuesday, March 16, 2010

Let Me Make A Point, Not A Poke


My friend Nick sent me this video and I literally almost peed in my pants.  It might sound a little bit weird when I say this (then again what doesn't), but that man reminds me of me.  He's a little bit more liberal with the "F" word but he raises some damn good points.

Point Number 1:  Getting a request to take a Facebook Quiz is not only annoying but it is utterly riduclous.  Like the gentleman in the video points out, why the hell would I care what Muppet Baby I would be or any other absurd crap like that? You want to  know my favorite donut flavor or what color makes me happy? Unless you plan on sending me a box of French Crullers with a blue ribbon on top don't bother asking.

Point Number 2: I have mentioned it before and I will say it again, if you are over the age of 22 (I'm being generous and allowing college students to still be dorky) don't ever poke someone, ever.  A poke isn't cool in real life, why would it all of a sudden be cool on Facebook? It's not cute and in fact it just shows that you are too much of a coward to actually reach out in a real way and make physical if not verbal contact.

Point Number 3: I'm not your fan in real life and I won't become a fan on Facebook.  What gave you the impression that I would want to become a fan of Mikey Moo's Milkshakery?  Maybe if you gave me the chance to discover Mikey's I would actually consider trying it and probably liking it, because who doesn't love a milkshake? But, since you've bombarded me with Fan requests not only would I have to decline but I would avoid Mikey's at all cost.  Great job!

This video was not only funny but very helpful in pointing out the things that drove me crazy when I was a Facebooker.  Don't lie, you know you can relate. And if you're one of those pokers, or quiz senders, just remember, it's never too late to quit!