A Unique Response to a Facebook Friend Request

by

John J. Dunphy

I received a friend request from someone with whom I attended St. Mary’s Grade School and Marquette High School in Alton, IL. This was my response:

My response to your friend request isn’t merely “no.” It’s “Hell, No!” Throughout our years at St. Mary’s and Marquette, you were a vicious, despicable bully who took enjoyment in hurting other kids. You never possessed the balls to tangle with someone who might have kicked your ass. You only picked on those who were physically weaker than you. I recall how you called — — — — — a n****r all through school and thought it was cute and funny. And I haven’t forgotten the vile epithet that you called me.

I’m not merely declining your friend request. I’m blocking your obnoxious ass because I have no desire to hear from you again. I hope that the rest of your life is a living hell.

John J. Dunphy is a writer and poet who owns The Second Reading Book Shop in Alton, Illinois.