Just say it!

Once upon a time, I was walking down a street in Soho, New York City, with a guy I used to date.  We were going nowhere in particular in search of nothing but my continuous fascination with the city when an inconspicuous boy walked past us.  Me and my partner looked at each other and then back at the anonymous person.

"Was that?" I whimpered.

It was.

"That was totally Michael Pitt!"  I shouted as I began to turn back around and walked towards his dwindling footsteps.

I felt a grip on my arm, pulling me back.  I was warned not to approach one of my favorite actors - one who's career was and still is, incredibly inspiring to me.  Apparently, if I had approached Michael Pitt, in any manner that day, I would have not only embarrassed myself, but my companion.


You know what?  That's bullshit.  I don't regret not saying something to the young actor, because perhaps I wouldn't be here today, with someone I love.  But I do want my experience to be somewhat of a lesson.  If someone who has influenced you that greatly - however directly or indirectly it may be - and you feel like you need to let them know, do it.  I'm not saying you should hop all over them and gush and swoon and stammer.  But I can't imagine anyone worth your appreciation not appreciating a kind and sincere thought you have to share with them.

Hey, Michael Pitt, I love your work.  And I like that you went to acting school to get your work.  Since learning this, I've thought about going to acting school, what do you think?  Is it worth it?  Either way, I love finding random movies with you in them cause you always do such a great job - even if the movie isn't anything special.  Also, I like that you are naked sometimes....haha!

Can I bum a cigarette?