John Y’s Musings from the Middle: Be Yourself

Sometimes the only way to fit in is to simply be yourself.

Just went to truck stop to fill up. I notice when I’m inside a truck stop I try to act a little more manly. I stand up taller, scowl a little, and try to look like I know how to chew tobacco and operate a two way radio.

And never, ever buy a bottled Starbucks latte. And I even believe I may fool some people.

But today I walked into restroom and caught a glimpse of myself wearing a pressed button-down shirt, khaki slacks and dress shoes with tassels. I’m not sure I’m really fooling anyone after all.

I can either try harder to fit in or just accept I never will and just be myself. And buy the Starbucks latte.