I think I’m turning into quite the asshole. It didn’t occur to me until my mom told me so last night. Having to mind what I say in front of people, using how I over step my teasing boundary with a friend’s and cousin’s girlfriend as examples, becomes something I’ll have to learn to control. I mean, it’s not the first time I’ve been chewed out for having a potty mouth. But, it’s not always using particular language. The things that cross the line are when I point out things people would normally keep to themselves.
My cousin, for example, is 17 and looking for a job. I was telling him about places that are hiring. He reintroduces his girlfriend, who just got off of work, to the family. Then I have the nerve to say, “oh, so you pick up the tab on dates?” My mom just slaps my arm and gives me that look of disgust. On the ride home she tells me that I crossed the line. I’m sure that my Uncle Roland would’ve have said something similar. But, I’m not my uncle as she informs me the next day.
Have I always been an asshole? What’s causing me to do this?
I think people do or say dumb things when they feel like they have nothing to lose by doing so. I could be wrong. But, that’s just me.
