Bitching

Bitching.

It's an artform.

There are those that just spew venom in the most hateful ways. Not artful, but effective. Effective in making yourself look like an out-of-control freak.

There are those that choose the passive-aggressive route. Not as effective. Produces bad vibes all around.

There are those that choose to repress their bitching needs, and instead sugar-coat everything. This is just plain evil. I would rather have venomous spew.

There are those that use humor. With these people you can't tell if they are kidding or actually mad. If nothing else, it keeps the other person on their toes, but accomplishes little else.

There are the very rare people that will tell you they are mad, tell you why they are mad, and do it in a very straight forward way. This is the best, and most mature, way to get your point across. I love these people! Their way is just not the most amusing way.

There are the people who will bitch up a storm to everyone but the person they are bitching about. This is another one that only makes you look bad.

My absolute favorite (at the moment, subject to change at any time) is the bitching at someone, and they don't know they are being bitched at. This is my favorite because it is clever. You have to be skilled to pull this one off successfully. And not only do you get to bitch at the person, but it also will accomplish whatever it is you are trying to accomplish. This way may sound like the sugar-coating type, but it is very different. With sugar, you pretend everything is alright. With clever bitching, something is wrong, but you are being civil about it. I enjoy watching this take place. It is beautiful!