Yeah, you heard me right.
They found out about the blog and didn’t seem to find the humor in it. On the contrary. The shit has hit the fan. And it sucks, to say the least. I didn’t even have a chance to pack my Miss Piggy sheets. Or snatch some Malomars for the road. Rob came spinning around the block in his nearly broken down Nissan Sentra to give me a ride to an old friend’s apartment in Queens. My parents hate me.
This really sucks on many levels. The last thing I wanted to do was hurt anybody. And if I made fun of my Mom’s animal patterned tracksuits, it’s because I thought that was funny. Perhaps I should have had more regard for the person wearing them. But, then again, I’m not a perfect. Just someone who has a penchant for words and humor in lieu of a job or apartment. I have to write about what’s in my head because I need to express myself to stay sane. And despite my Dad’s skill for below average tipping among other things, there is a person inside who cares about something.
I suppose I considered myself an observatory anthropologist of sorts. Perhaps a reckless journalist with a flair for dramatization. Perhaps I was selfish. I just never really thought anyone who knew them would read this. Especially them.
Well, here I am with a dog and a suitcase. Unsure of the future. Sad about how my parents must feel. They were kind to help me out as they did. And, I hope one day they will accept my offer to make a cameo appearance in the web series. Or when I win Mega Millions, perhaps they will accept my generous donation to the grocery bill.
In other, perhaps brighter news, the Kickstarter campaign is 96% funded in less than 6 days. If you can, share the link with your friends.
http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/218800967/my-parents-are-crazier-than-yours
Next post will be about some of YOU generous folks who have supported the campaign.
Signing out – Myra and Vito in a strange outer borough apartment hearing the sound of the above-ground subway.
Kim Kegel
August 27, 2012
hang in there. It sometimes takes awhile for parents to learn to embrace their weirdness. You seem like a really good person who’s parents just don’t get her, kind of gal. Here’s hoping things are patched up for Thanksgiving. P.S. Tell you’re parents that we are not just relating to you but to them as well:). P.P.S. Look us up if you head South for anything
My Parents Are Crazier Than Yours
August 28, 2012
Thanks, Kim. I hope my parents read this and gain some understanding.
Maureen
August 27, 2012
Oh, Myra! I was afraid something like this had happened.
You know, your parents know you. They know you have writing talents and a penchant (and talent) for finding humor in things. Heck — they laughed at your video! (Where do they think you got the humor from?)
I can’t even imagine how difficult it is for you and Vito right now, but please hang in there. You are a blessing and you should not hide or squash your talents. Your parents will come around.
(BTW – I have also watched the video multiple times — and laughed each time)
My Parents Are Crazier Than Yours
August 28, 2012
Maureen, thanks. No more squashing.
Mark Petruska
August 27, 2012
Wait…did they find out about your blog, or actually READ it? Huge difference there. Based on what you’ve written, I’m guessing it’s the latter.
I’ve been thinking about launching a Kickstarter campaign myself, for the next book.
My Parents Are Crazier Than Yours
August 28, 2012
READ it. And go for it, with your book. That’d be great.
Stefanina
August 27, 2012
It was bound to happen eventually… {hugs} Still, life goes on, and maybe this freedom from hiding will be what you need to propel yourself into your future.
My Parents Are Crazier Than Yours
August 28, 2012
Here’s to propelling oneself into the future like a jet plane.
life is a bowl of kibble
August 28, 2012
Myra, I wish your parents could see that you wrote about them in such a way that made us all love them. I see my favorite aunt in your mom and a younger version of my dad in your dad. You made them real and honest in who they are and the way you see them. I have a note to your parents
Dear mom and dad,
You have such a precious child in your daughter Myra. She has graced the pages of her blog with humor and love for you. You may not see it now because the realization of seeing the printed word is so raw but if you let your guard down for just a moment you may see the love she has for you. And in some strange way we as readers have come to look toward to hearing about your antics. And dare I say, have come to like you guys a lot! Remember this, you must be good parents to have raised a daughter so smart and willing to share you with her fans .
Sincerely,
Your daught’s most faithful reader
Myra, I will be sending prayers for you and Vito, your web cast and your future. All I ask is that you never stop writing.
My Parents Are Crazier Than Yours
August 28, 2012
I have no words. Except thank you for taking the time to write this heartfelt comment. Very grateful to you.
shreejacob
August 28, 2012
Oh Myra…I’m sorry to hear but in a strange way…I’m sorta glad it did when it did..not later, not sooner. You know? “life is a bowl of kibble” is right…you are precious and you’re a whole load of talent and I’m sure on some level your parents must be proud of that…after all you are genetically a part of them
It’ll be okay…I’m sure it will…and one day they will be sitting at the Golden Globes watching you walk up to receive best Drama-com series ever!! hehehe
My Parents Are Crazier Than Yours
August 28, 2012
I love the Golden Globes image. Do you think they’ll let me take Vito? If he dresses up?
shreejacob
August 29, 2012
Well of COURSE! I mean c’mon…Vito with shades and bling, who *wouldn’t* want him on their guest list! hehehe
njenva
August 28, 2012
This is so sad! So did they throw you out or did you opt to leave? Wishing you and Vito a quick turn into better times.
Invisible Mikey
August 28, 2012
I’m still hoping this is a reaction made out of embarrassment. Either they will see it differently if you build this material into (deserved) success, or they will get over it with time – or they wont. Two out of three in your favor. It’s time for you to be on your own anyway. Not because I don’t sympathize. I lived on Mom’s couch when I started my blog, after all. I think living on the edge forces you to produce work, and your abilities are superior, and you are making progress. This is a temporary setback. You fail, and fail, and fail, until you succeed. That’s how it’s always been for me.
My Parents Are Crazier Than Yours
August 28, 2012
If you wrote a book, I’d buy it immediately. You’re a sage for the common man.
luzmaria17
August 28, 2012
I hope they will see the humour in your writing and understand that everyone has failings in this world and to be able to laugh at oneself is the greatest attribute one can have. You have made them “real” and so likeable, Heck, my mom used to steal the butter and jam packets from restaurants and did that make her a bad person? Hell no, it made her real !! I am a 50+ follower of your Blog and believe me, you write for all age groups and the video is laugh out loud funny. Keep going girl !! : )
My Parents Are Crazier Than Yours
August 28, 2012
Here’s to stolen butter and jam packets! Thanks for the encouragement!
theRipeProject
August 28, 2012
Wow – pretty emotional turn of events for all. I sympathize, having worried about that very thing happening to me on THE RIPE PROJECT. Hopefuly time — and reading some of these comments — will mitigate Mom and Dad’s reaction. I have a feeling it might.
And while you can always buy more Malormars, so sorry you and Vito had to leave Miss Piggy behind. VERY happy you aren’t letting this derail you and the project.
Patti Kuche
August 28, 2012
Your wonderful parents have taken care of the next episode for you! And you can’t let this latest (vital plot) development derail your project. I also suspect they might become avid readers of what you write – one day they are going to be stars! Best wishes for life in that outer borough apt, keep writing!
I Made You A Mixtape
August 28, 2012
Oh no! But you can only stay true to yourself… you know your intentions were not malicious.Maybe it is not your writing what they struggle with… but the format… blogging… I hope they come round! Your blog is amazing!
Go Jules Go
August 29, 2012
Oh wow! I was wondering if they had ever heard about your blog. I’m so sorry they didn’t take it well! As others have commented, I think they will come around, because seriously? The cameo opportunity is too awesome to pass up.
penneyfox
August 29, 2012
Well that sucks more then anything else has sucked before. I’m sorry to hear that they took it this way. I was hoping you’d have your own version of the guy who has that twitter account ‘shit my dad says’ and then it turned into a tv show. The show was crappy because they weren’t true to what his dad was about but you, you told it like it is and we could all picture it … and then laugh out loud.
They say things happen for a reason – maybe this is the thing that will push you to the next place you’re suppose to be.
nikkix2
August 31, 2012
So glad I found your blog,,(thru Go Jules Go),,sorry your parents were such downers ggrrr,, I look forward to the long wknd reading your blog! Chin up gurl!
21stcenturycrazyteacher
September 2, 2012
Having just found your blog, I am so sad to hear about your current circumstances. I really hope your parents come around and realise how much you love them. Give them time x
Jill
September 7, 2012
Just found your blog, as I’m moving back home next week. This is hard to hear! I’m sorry they took it so hard but they will come around. And now, I have to do some magical internet safeguarding to prevent my dad’s sisters from ever finding my blog…
Carolina Courtland
September 9, 2012
Wow. I can’t believe that happened to you!!
Catherine
September 30, 2012
Ouch. I’m just seeing this. I hope that things are improving. I don’t even have an anonymous blog, but sometimes I hurt feelings. I don’t even mean to. It’s hard to writing honestly about your life and relationships without hurting people sometimes. Just have to try harder, and make it up to people. Good luck…
My Parents Are Crazier Than Yours
January 26, 2013
Thanks, Catherine. You’re right. It always sucks in the moment, but time does help things.
thejunkiemonkey
January 25, 2013
The Miss Piggy sheets?! NOOO!!
My Parents Are Crazier Than Yours
January 26, 2013
I used the authentic Miss Piggy sheets when we shot the pilot episode! Wait til you see them in their glory.