A new point of view
Some people change their hair colour. Others change their religion. Aftler many years, I have taken a quick moment to reflect, and I think I’ll change my label. Nothing to do with brand loyalty.
I’ve thought of myself as a pragmatist, so my decision to change, suddenly, isn’t that far out of character. And so here we go. I’ve decided to become a contrarian.
This comes after a half hour with the gang at CNN. Political commentary. And although I have nothing in common with politicians or CNN talking heads (other than a momentary presence here on Earth), the label sounds right, somehow. I admit, the role of devil’s advocate has fitted well, for a long time. Give me something to present, and I have been known to extoll an alternate reality. Making the jump to full contrarian won’t be difficult.
Just in time for the holidays, as a plus. When the desire for a tree in the middle of the living space gets loud and in my face, I’ll be contrary. Making the choice of turkey or chicken for the family meal: I’ll be contrary. A holiday meatloaf, perhaps? Should we travel to see the rest of the family… you can guess how I’ll react to that idea.
And after the holidays, when the rest of my clan are saddened by the return to regular duties, I’ll be there. Ready to welcome the chance to get back into my cubicle. After all, I’ll have a larger audience, one in need of my negative (or positive) viewpoint. Depending, of course, on the subject.
Maybe I’ll get a T-shirt made, so that there will be no doubt about my opposition to everything.
