“The only way to get rid of a temptation is to yield to it. Resist it, and your soul grows sick with longing for the things it has forbidden to itself, with desire for what its monstrous laws have made monstrous and unlawful.”
- Oscar Wilde truly did know how monsters should live… am I right guys?

I’ve never had a bar made out of Babe Ruth… but I doo Love me some Baby Ruth’s and also, Rocky Road, and also Chunk.

Dear Oliver Benjamin,

I can see why Joe Spencer has been a fan of you since he was 5, you actually sound like a cool guy. However, Joe Spencer was acting very undude. His explanation of the book, praise of your research skills, and writing ability were perfectly justified- it’s when he called us all “fuck nuts” that I thought to myself- hey, “Over the Line!!”

Seriously- you can have your religion/club- it’s a free country- no one is telling you not to and no one is telling Joe Spencer he shouldn’t be your friend or something. Fucking wear Jelly Shoes and find deeper meaning in The Big Lebowski if you want man. Just don’t expect everyone to throw on their bathrobes and GET IT, or expect that people will not make snap judgments and snarky comments on your Religion (fan club.) People take issue with other people’s Fan Clubs (religions) all the time. You “Dudes” should be prepared for internet snark, if your faith is strong (relaxed) enough you’ll weather the storm.

As a side note, it is entirely possible to get a joke and not find it amusing. Just as it is entirely possible for someone to get the joke- think it’s kind of funny- and still find the whole thing completely absurd, that’s the ship I’m currently sailing in (see also Flying Spaghetti Monster.)

Everyone who doesn’t get your joke, or makes a snarky comment is not automatically an Eagle loving, skinny jeans wearing, Hipster. (you should really tone down the hipster stereo typing… it seems to go against the tenants of “Fuck it” and “just take it easy”.)

Anyway, I’m a fan of The Big Lebowski. I went to the festival, drank white russians, quoted the movie with the other nerds, bowled and had a great time. I guess what I’m saying is…Can we just hug it out, and end this? (this olive branch also goes to you to Joe Spencer.)

If you’re ever in San Diego,CA- mayhaps we can go bowling…first rounds on me… I hope they take checks.

“I’ve known Oliver Benjamin since I was five years old…”
-Joe Spencer.

1st off, thank you so much for the superfluous information.
2ndly, you’re too late, I already thought he was a nut job for 1 second (you gotta move faster, Joe Spencer. This- is- the INTERNET)
3rd & also lastly, this agression will not stand! (seriously dude relax- Oliver Benjamin’s life is not in our hands)