Whether you like me or hate me, whether you agree with me or disagree with me, thanks for reading this column.
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The opinions expressed in this column do not necessarily reflect the opinion of Hollywood Jimmy Blaylock, the Webmaster, or anyone else connected with this site. They are mine, and mine alone.
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As all of you know, I am sure, Jackson, TN was hit by an F4 tornado several weeks ago. This was written by a young lady (name withheld), who was right in the middle of it, in her dorm room at Union University. I thought you might enjoy reading what she has to say about her ordeal.
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Here's her story:
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Well, most of you have probably heard by now, my school, Union University was hit by an F4 tornado this past Tuesday night (Feb. 5, 2008). Thanks for all the calls and messages. I will try to talk to you all as time and my emotional state allows.
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I don't know what reports you have read, but I was one of the 15 students who got trapped in the wreckage. I was in my dorm room with one of my roommates (Kellie), the 3 girls from upstairs, and my mentor from church. About 2 minutes before the tornado hit, my other roommate (who is an RA) ran in and told us to get in the bathtub. We barely made it. Our ears popped, my mentor (Julie) looked at me and said, "We have to get in, NOW!" Then the lights went off. I was the last one in. My legs didn't quite make it before the building collapsed on us.
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I have not yet found words to describe the actual tornado, the noises, and the pressure. Maybe one day I will. We felt our bodies being compressed and compressed, and then it stopped. I couldn't move. We made sure everyone in the tub was alive. It felt like we were miles from outside -- it was pitch black.
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My initial thought was, "This is where I'm going to die -- there is no way the rescuers will get to us in time." Then, I assessed my physical state. My body was twisted and contorted into a position that I plan on never attempting again... I think God placed me in there just so, because I don't know how else I could have fit. I had a pocket of air against Julie's legs. I couldn't feel my legs because they were pinned between the edge of the tub and all the debris on top of us. I thought through what my death was going to be like. I realized I was probably going to pass out first, and then I would be with Jesus. I've always wondered what my "last thoughts" would be. As one who has struggled in the past with doubts about salvation, I have always wondered what my last moments would be like. All I can say is, God was there. I knew He had me. And I knew He was either going to save me unto Himself or He was going to save me for a little more time here.
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I began to pray aloud, I prayed for peace, for the ability to trust Him. I started accounting for everyone who was in the tub. At that point I realized that someone under me was near the point of death (from her breathing). Then, I called out Julie's name and realized it was her. My heart sunk at that point. I didn't think my heart could bear losing another friend. I started praying for her out loud, telling her to keep breathing, God was with her. I was so afraid she was going to die underneath me. I think I even asked God to take me if He took her. Every time I moved, she either couldn't breathe or she had excruciating pain. I tried to stay as still and calm as I could. I know God was managing my thoughts for me at that point. I could NOT panic... and by His grace, I didn't.
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I found out later we were trapped for 45 minutes. One of the other girls in the tub had her cell phone and was actually able to call 911. I honestly only felt like I was in there for 10-15 minutes. I don't know if I ever lost consciousness or if God just allowed it to seem shorter. I was told later the rescuers had to use a backhoe to remove the initial debris. None of us remember that -- again, that was by God's grace. We would have been terrified had we heard that. When the rescuers started digging us out, it was terrifying. Julie's neck was exposed in such a way that one wrong move and it would have snapped... she was still having lots of trouble breathing. At one point, the rescuers could see my face and I was screaming out to them... telling them I was not panicking but there was a girl under me and I could not move or she would die, and that they needed to lift the debris and not slide it. Once they broke through to us, they got everyone out in about 10-15 minutes. I was the last because my legs were stuck and I couldn't feel them or move them. Julie and I ended up needing to go to the hospital. But neither of us had to stay overnight.
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It was a night of chaos. And yet, God was in the midst of us.
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We were buried in a tangled mess of wreckage and yet He knew how each board, each piece of brick and rubble was placed. For example, right next to my legs was a 2 x 4... it ended up keeping just enough pressure off my legs so that I did not lose them. I haven't gotten all my feeling back, but I'm walking around.
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I know I have mentioned God a whole lot throughout this note. I know many of you who are reading this do not know Him and may think I'm a bit odd. But it comes down to this, there is NO other explanation as to why I am alive today other than, God had His hand over us. He kept just enough pressure off. He didn't let me panic. Was I scared?? Yes -- terrified at first. But at one point, my friend Kellie said "Heather, it's gonna be okay," and a sense of peace came around us. I know God was with us that entire time. And He did give me a sense of peace -- it kept me from panicking, it allowed me to speak up for Julie when the rescue started.
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My life has been a little screwy recently. I've struggled with trusting God. I've struggled accepting the fact that He loves me unconditionally. But God was with me. He showed me how to trust Him in the rubble -- in the chaos. I know I have some long days ahead. There are sounds stored in my memory that I'm not aware of until I hear them again. I freak out at some very random times, and I'm not sure what all the triggers are. But this is what I'm holding onto - God is not finished with me yet. He still has a purpose for me here on earth a little while longer. And the One who sustained me through the nightmare of Tuesday night will continue to sustain me, to love me unconditionally, to comfort me, and to hold me when I'm scared. And knowing that is what allowed me to get out of bed this morning. He is a good God.
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If you don't know Him, you need to. He loves you. He wants to know you intimately, and He wants you to know Him intimately. Like I said earlier, I want to talk to each of you. I am quite fragile emotionally -- so it may be a while. I'm at home -- have some fabulous painkillers -- will probably not have to take them except for at night time today. So, my body is healing. Just feels like a building collapsed on it....
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
Wednesday, February 13, 2008
The Axeman Speaks 2-13-08
The opinions expressed in this column do not necessarily reflect the opinion of Hollywood Jimmy Blaylock, the Webmaster, or anyone else connected with this site. They are mine, and mine alone. If you agree with me, OK, and if you don’t, that’s OK. The fact is, when Axeman writes it, you read it, and that’s what counts. So, love me or hate me, here we go….
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Greetings, wrestling fans!
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I sure stirred up a hornets nest with my recent comments about the opening match at the recent XOW show in Savannah. I have not gotten this much hate mail in years! All I did was tell the truth! All I did was call it like I saw it!
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Sarge O'Riley posted the following on the message board Monday: "lol i was just reading the board, look everyone needs a brk in the bizz i was wrong for doing this but hell the kids got in there and busted their azz and as far as danny morris i have a phone he can call me not just walk in and say im here!!! that will go for anyone who walks in to an x.o.w show!! so axeman when do you want to get into the ring? you blast these guys you BETTER WATCH YOUR BACK!! FAT BOY!!!!!"
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Well, Sarge, I am broken hearted that you are so upset with my comments. But I meant every word. You should never have let those guys in the ring. If you can't take a little criticism from an old fart who tells it like it is, stay home!
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Then Billy Russ, XOW owner, gets on the message board and says, "At first I was irritated about Axmans review because I felt it would be something that should have been put in a column (Axman Speaks) to express personal comments. I’m no stranger to criticism but in my eyes the Wrestling News Center is NOT for personal comments. The first match was a “Dark match” which we have had new workers breakout and have their first match with XOW and it will happen again. DJ Stunner, Syn, & Suicide will be getting more training and advice and they will be back. We have used Danny Morris in the past and I’m sure at some point we will again. The Candy Man and a couple of other workers were also at the show and they wasn’t used either. A decision was made and we had to stick to it. Not all decisions are going to be right and not everyone is going to be happy. Axman can write what he wants but until he is the one paying the bills I’m going to stick with the decisions that are made if it’s a good call or bad call." Well, Billy, I like you, and I have no real beef with you, so I am not gonna be too hard on you. You and Sarge both completely missed the point I was trying to make about Danny Morris. As far as your remark about expressing personal comments on the news board, your point is well taken. I actually agree with you!
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Hollywood Jimmy Blaylock just had to get in on the action. He had this to say: "First of all... I Hate Axeman... BUT the truth of the matter is... if you can't take a little criticism when you first start out in wrestling then you need to get out of it.... WHAT?? Axeman should lie and post he liked the match when he didn't.... Saying they need WRESTLING GEAR is the TRUTH... Axeman knocks me from time to time but I don't get mad about it... get over it and get better in the ring and buy wrestling gear and I'm sure the reviews will be better..."
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Well, Jimmy, what you said is true, BUT... who asked you to put your two cents worth in? You start off by saying you hate me. Then you are defending me? You just can't stand not being involved, so you involve yourself. That's just plain pathetic. It's obvious you don't have enough to do.
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OK, on to other things....
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There has been some speculation about the TNA knockouts getting their own one hour show. However, it does not look like this will happen, at least not any time soon. I am glad they are not getting their own show. The TNA knockouts are the hottest thing going in TNA right now. Ratings for their segments on TNA broadcasts are higher than any other segments. That's because TNA is giving their viewers just enough to keep the knockouts special. To give them their own show would lead to the TNA knockouts quickly becoming over-exposed. The new would wear off. The knockouts would no longer be anything special. TNA is wise to continue to use the knockouts on a limited basis, just enough to keep the viewers coming back for more.
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I was not surprised to read that OVW and WWE are parting ways. This had been coming for weeks. WWE has slowly been shifting their developmental talent to FCW for months. Do not be surprised if TNA enters into a developmental relationship with OVW in the near future, once the WWE guys are gone. This would be a win - win situation for both organizations. I hope they can pull it off.
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That’s all for this week. If you have any feedback or whatever send it to axemanchopchop@yahoo.com.
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We are closer than ever to the final column.
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The Axeman has spoken.
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Greetings, wrestling fans!
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I sure stirred up a hornets nest with my recent comments about the opening match at the recent XOW show in Savannah. I have not gotten this much hate mail in years! All I did was tell the truth! All I did was call it like I saw it!
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Sarge O'Riley posted the following on the message board Monday: "lol i was just reading the board, look everyone needs a brk in the bizz i was wrong for doing this but hell the kids got in there and busted their azz and as far as danny morris i have a phone he can call me not just walk in and say im here!!! that will go for anyone who walks in to an x.o.w show!! so axeman when do you want to get into the ring? you blast these guys you BETTER WATCH YOUR BACK!! FAT BOY!!!!!"
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Well, Sarge, I am broken hearted that you are so upset with my comments. But I meant every word. You should never have let those guys in the ring. If you can't take a little criticism from an old fart who tells it like it is, stay home!
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Then Billy Russ, XOW owner, gets on the message board and says, "At first I was irritated about Axmans review because I felt it would be something that should have been put in a column (Axman Speaks) to express personal comments. I’m no stranger to criticism but in my eyes the Wrestling News Center is NOT for personal comments. The first match was a “Dark match” which we have had new workers breakout and have their first match with XOW and it will happen again. DJ Stunner, Syn, & Suicide will be getting more training and advice and they will be back. We have used Danny Morris in the past and I’m sure at some point we will again. The Candy Man and a couple of other workers were also at the show and they wasn’t used either. A decision was made and we had to stick to it. Not all decisions are going to be right and not everyone is going to be happy. Axman can write what he wants but until he is the one paying the bills I’m going to stick with the decisions that are made if it’s a good call or bad call." Well, Billy, I like you, and I have no real beef with you, so I am not gonna be too hard on you. You and Sarge both completely missed the point I was trying to make about Danny Morris. As far as your remark about expressing personal comments on the news board, your point is well taken. I actually agree with you!
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Hollywood Jimmy Blaylock just had to get in on the action. He had this to say: "First of all... I Hate Axeman... BUT the truth of the matter is... if you can't take a little criticism when you first start out in wrestling then you need to get out of it.... WHAT?? Axeman should lie and post he liked the match when he didn't.... Saying they need WRESTLING GEAR is the TRUTH... Axeman knocks me from time to time but I don't get mad about it... get over it and get better in the ring and buy wrestling gear and I'm sure the reviews will be better..."
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Well, Jimmy, what you said is true, BUT... who asked you to put your two cents worth in? You start off by saying you hate me. Then you are defending me? You just can't stand not being involved, so you involve yourself. That's just plain pathetic. It's obvious you don't have enough to do.
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OK, on to other things....
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There has been some speculation about the TNA knockouts getting their own one hour show. However, it does not look like this will happen, at least not any time soon. I am glad they are not getting their own show. The TNA knockouts are the hottest thing going in TNA right now. Ratings for their segments on TNA broadcasts are higher than any other segments. That's because TNA is giving their viewers just enough to keep the knockouts special. To give them their own show would lead to the TNA knockouts quickly becoming over-exposed. The new would wear off. The knockouts would no longer be anything special. TNA is wise to continue to use the knockouts on a limited basis, just enough to keep the viewers coming back for more.
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I was not surprised to read that OVW and WWE are parting ways. This had been coming for weeks. WWE has slowly been shifting their developmental talent to FCW for months. Do not be surprised if TNA enters into a developmental relationship with OVW in the near future, once the WWE guys are gone. This would be a win - win situation for both organizations. I hope they can pull it off.
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That’s all for this week. If you have any feedback or whatever send it to axemanchopchop@yahoo.com.
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We are closer than ever to the final column.
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The Axeman has spoken.
Friday, February 8, 2008
The Axeman Speaks 2/8/08
The opinions expressed in this column do not necessarily reflect the opinion of Hollywood Jimmy Blaylock, the Webmaster, or anyone else connected with this site. They are mine, and mine alone. If you agree with me, OK, and if you don’t, that’s OK. The fact is, when Axeman writes it, you read it, and that’s what counts. So, love me or hate me, here we go….
Greetings, wrestling fans! I have only one purpose for writing this column. My fellow columnist, the drunk chimp, Mr. Crackerjacks, had a few comments about several things I said in my recent column. I will address each one.
Crackerjacks said: Axeman posted in his diary: “The following post appeared a couple of days ago on Wrestling News Center: ‘At RAW in Philly, a good amount of people were waiting outside the venue to try and get the wrestlers to stop their cars in hope for autograph signings and pictures after the show… Randy Orton was a passenger in a vehicle, and gave a little boy who was holding a John Cena sign the finger!’ That's the difference between a professional (Jeff Hardy) and a professional ass hole (Orton).” My response: Noooo… that’s the difference between a BABYFACE wrestler working the fans and a HEEL wrestler working the fans. Dumbass.
OK, here is what I have to say in response: Orton is a heel wrestler. No doubt about it. I am impressed that you picked up on that as quickly as you did. However, one does not have to flip off little kids in order to get over as a heel wrestler. If you have to resort to doing that to get over as a heel wrestler, then you ain't much of a heel wrestler. Orton's gesture was uncalled for.
Mr. Crackerjacks said: Axeman posted on the Wrestling Newscenter diary in an interview with Jerry Lawler: “Whenever I interview someone, I like to do a little word association. I have a list of names here...” My Response: Lawler cut him off and told Axeman that he hated word association… and Axeman went ahead and did it anyway! What the HELL? Axeman, are you so fucking INCOMPETANT that you didn’t have ANY back-up questions? Lawler is a genuine legend and you, a NOBODY, ask him the same old questions he’s answered a million times before. Here’s a rule of thumb, amateur: If a man with the status of Lawler tells you he hates something and you do it anyway, you make yourself… and everyone ASSOCIATED with you… look like a MARK! Thank GOD you told him the site was wrestlingnewscenter.com and NOT hollywoodjimmy.com! Dumbass.
Here is what I have to say in response: Yes, Lawler told me he hated to do word association. He agreed to do it, however, when I told him I would keep the list short. That is called the art of tact and diplomacy. I shortened the list to just a few names. He agreed to do word association. Sure, I had back-up questions. I had three pages of questions I would have loved to ask him. So, if that makes me a nobody, so be it. If that makes me a mark, so be it. If that makes everyone associated with me look like a mark, so be it. It appears to me you are a little jealous that you were not the one interviewing Lawler. So be it. By the way, the correct spelling is incompetent. Dumbass.
Crackerjacks said: Axeman posted in the Wrestling Center diary: “Raven and TNA have also parted ways. Credit: Wrestlinginc.com” My Response: Wrong again. PW Insider clarified that the former NWA and ECW Champion is STILL under contract to Total Nonstop Action. Maybe instead of posting RUMORS you read from trolling every two-bit wrestling website, you should actually CHECK to see if it’s true. People like you, Axeman, who post rumors willy-nilly are a large part of what is killing the business I love and RESPECT… which you OBVIOUSLY don’t. Dumbass.
Here is what I have to say in response: Like it or not, Raven appears to be done in TNA. He is finished. It's over. He's moving on. He's going to greener pastures. He's TNA history. Raven has said recently in his blog that he is in the process of starting a wrestling school. He may still be listed on the TNA site, and he may still be under contract to TNA, but they have nothing for him at this time. He is finished with the company, at least for the forseeable future. I do not post rumors, you drunken simian idiot. Unless you can produce evidence that Raven is going to continue working for TNA, I suggest you shut up. As for you saying that I do not love and respect the wrestling business, you could not be more wrong.
Mr. Crackerjacks said: See, that’s how you take someone apart. Use that person’s actual words and SHOW them being stupid.
Here is my response: Exactly right, sir! I have taken your words, which you used when you attacked me, and used them to show how STUPID you really are! Imagine, you trying to discredit ME! LOL! ROFLMAO!
Mr. Crackerjacks ends his column with a photo and these words: Newly released photo of Axeman and Gail Kim… CAUGHT IN THE ACT!
Here is my response: Well, LOL, it obviously ain't me, and it SURE ain't Gail Kim. Not that I would not welcome the chance to have a roll in the hay with Gail Kim. I have said it before, and I say it again, I think she is the most attractive female wrestler in the business today.
There you have it, ladies and gentlemen, Mr. Jackercracks and his pathetic attempt to discredit me. He thought he could "take me apart." Looks like his little plan backfired!
We are one column closer to the final one!
The Axeman has spoken.
Greetings, wrestling fans! I have only one purpose for writing this column. My fellow columnist, the drunk chimp, Mr. Crackerjacks, had a few comments about several things I said in my recent column. I will address each one.
Crackerjacks said: Axeman posted in his diary: “The following post appeared a couple of days ago on Wrestling News Center: ‘At RAW in Philly, a good amount of people were waiting outside the venue to try and get the wrestlers to stop their cars in hope for autograph signings and pictures after the show… Randy Orton was a passenger in a vehicle, and gave a little boy who was holding a John Cena sign the finger!’ That's the difference between a professional (Jeff Hardy) and a professional ass hole (Orton).” My response: Noooo… that’s the difference between a BABYFACE wrestler working the fans and a HEEL wrestler working the fans. Dumbass.
OK, here is what I have to say in response: Orton is a heel wrestler. No doubt about it. I am impressed that you picked up on that as quickly as you did. However, one does not have to flip off little kids in order to get over as a heel wrestler. If you have to resort to doing that to get over as a heel wrestler, then you ain't much of a heel wrestler. Orton's gesture was uncalled for.
Mr. Crackerjacks said: Axeman posted on the Wrestling Newscenter diary in an interview with Jerry Lawler: “Whenever I interview someone, I like to do a little word association. I have a list of names here...” My Response: Lawler cut him off and told Axeman that he hated word association… and Axeman went ahead and did it anyway! What the HELL? Axeman, are you so fucking INCOMPETANT that you didn’t have ANY back-up questions? Lawler is a genuine legend and you, a NOBODY, ask him the same old questions he’s answered a million times before. Here’s a rule of thumb, amateur: If a man with the status of Lawler tells you he hates something and you do it anyway, you make yourself… and everyone ASSOCIATED with you… look like a MARK! Thank GOD you told him the site was wrestlingnewscenter.com and NOT hollywoodjimmy.com! Dumbass.
Here is what I have to say in response: Yes, Lawler told me he hated to do word association. He agreed to do it, however, when I told him I would keep the list short. That is called the art of tact and diplomacy. I shortened the list to just a few names. He agreed to do word association. Sure, I had back-up questions. I had three pages of questions I would have loved to ask him. So, if that makes me a nobody, so be it. If that makes me a mark, so be it. If that makes everyone associated with me look like a mark, so be it. It appears to me you are a little jealous that you were not the one interviewing Lawler. So be it. By the way, the correct spelling is incompetent. Dumbass.
Crackerjacks said: Axeman posted in the Wrestling Center diary: “Raven and TNA have also parted ways. Credit: Wrestlinginc.com” My Response: Wrong again. PW Insider clarified that the former NWA and ECW Champion is STILL under contract to Total Nonstop Action. Maybe instead of posting RUMORS you read from trolling every two-bit wrestling website, you should actually CHECK to see if it’s true. People like you, Axeman, who post rumors willy-nilly are a large part of what is killing the business I love and RESPECT… which you OBVIOUSLY don’t. Dumbass.
Here is what I have to say in response: Like it or not, Raven appears to be done in TNA. He is finished. It's over. He's moving on. He's going to greener pastures. He's TNA history. Raven has said recently in his blog that he is in the process of starting a wrestling school. He may still be listed on the TNA site, and he may still be under contract to TNA, but they have nothing for him at this time. He is finished with the company, at least for the forseeable future. I do not post rumors, you drunken simian idiot. Unless you can produce evidence that Raven is going to continue working for TNA, I suggest you shut up. As for you saying that I do not love and respect the wrestling business, you could not be more wrong.
Mr. Crackerjacks said: See, that’s how you take someone apart. Use that person’s actual words and SHOW them being stupid.
Here is my response: Exactly right, sir! I have taken your words, which you used when you attacked me, and used them to show how STUPID you really are! Imagine, you trying to discredit ME! LOL! ROFLMAO!
Mr. Crackerjacks ends his column with a photo and these words: Newly released photo of Axeman and Gail Kim… CAUGHT IN THE ACT!
Here is my response: Well, LOL, it obviously ain't me, and it SURE ain't Gail Kim. Not that I would not welcome the chance to have a roll in the hay with Gail Kim. I have said it before, and I say it again, I think she is the most attractive female wrestler in the business today.
There you have it, ladies and gentlemen, Mr. Jackercracks and his pathetic attempt to discredit me. He thought he could "take me apart." Looks like his little plan backfired!
We are one column closer to the final one!
The Axeman has spoken.
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