Things that are not platinum...

As much as we'd like for everyone in the world to keep it platinum on a consistent basis, we recognize that there are times when it's difficult for everyone. A good example would include being given an ultimatum by female friends regarding shaving facial freedom beards you may or may not be attached to (no pun intended). You have feelings for both, but at the end of the day, freedom sometimes rides bitch so that your friends can take shotgun. We also recognize that some people are just simply not interested in keepin' it platinum. Examples include Osama Bin Laden, the Chinese Government, and Soulja Boy.

Personally, what I find more offensive than the first two categories is when people do something they know is not platinum, just so they can obtain a little bit of personal benefit at the expense of the rest of the platinum loving populace. Whereas the first two categories are a mix of difficult situations and complete disregard for others, the latter is just people ignoring platinum rules when it is semi-convenient for them. Below are a list of a couple things that happened this weekend that were definitely NOT platinum:

1. People bringing their 3-4 month old babies to an IMAX screening of The Dark Knight. So what if I've seen the movie twice already? That is poor parenting and they didn't even take the baby out of the theater when it started screeching. I envision delinquent children 12 - 13 years down the line.

2. Being forced to interact with annoying people while out with real friends. I understand my own lack of social skills, but seriously, it's 2008 and there's a War on Terror. Step your game up people.

I am certain this list will continue to grow over time. Don't worry, we are here to help slow the tide as best we can and will work overtime if need be.