There is no doubt. Technology has brought us smartphones capable of accomplishing amazing things including photography. It was bound to happen. People have taken smartphone photography too far. Now we have what is known as the selfie.
There ought to be a law against selfies. Why? I will show you why. Check out my selfie photo below.
Need I say more? I rest my case.
If you agree, I recommend contacting your favorite member of the Lakewood City Council and ask the council member to promote an ordinance outlawing selfies in the city. Anyone caught taking a selfie in Lakewood could be penalized by having their smartphone confiscated, levied a $10 fine, and up to six days in jail. To become a quality city in which to live, work, and play, the City of Lakewood needs to be selfie free. If for no other reason, think of the children.
For some, a selfie is an egotistical phenomenon. When you have a face like mine, you can be sure there is no ego involved.
If any of my readers are interested, I would be happy to provide the names of my dentist and dental hygienist.
Larry Kearney says
The headline is a lie.
Joseph Boyle says
Mr. Kearney,
Thank you for sharing your opinion. Lie? Yes, I think you are right. I apologize to you. While my article was meant to be humorous, it appears I ended up offending you. Are you a dedicated selfie guy?
A better title might have been, “There Ought To Be A Law Against Selfies”. I am only kidding about no selfies. Selfies are generally quite harmless other than for selfie takers standing on the edge of the Grand Canyon. We have lost a few people like that.
In my defense, my total article is a 37 second read. Unlike a lying politician,* it is not too long into my 37 second read before the truth surfaces to undermine the veracity of the title ultimately bringing the truth into plain view.
I will try to do better next time.
Joseph Boyle
*No, I am not saying all politicians are liars.
Joan Campion says
You may want to use it as a pre-tryout photo as a Seafair Pirate. Ahoy matey.
Dave says
And don’t forget that coming up is September 19th, “International Talk Like Pirate Day!”
Carol Wilson says
Definitely a harmless selfie of you, Joe. Think of it this way; now you’re ready for the Halloween party!
Jimmy says
That’s not a selfie. That’s Joe’s booking photo.
Dana says
Oh God! I looked at it. Let me forget