Jordan Hubbard – last MIPA entry 
I think that it is safe to say that we have all experienced tough and trying times in our lives or have seen someone go through those painful experiences. And while it’s okay to feel sorry for those going through it, I feel that pity is a reaction that should be eliminated altogether. Nobody likes trying to contain tears and seeing that one person just look at them like they are the exception to Murphy’s Law (anything that can go wrong will). Nothing more can happen to them, they are already at the bottom. So what’s the point of pity when nobody wants it? (Does anyone like pity?)
It’s annoying to try to move on from a bad situation or problem when everyone around you is making that face. The face that is half-grimace, half-”I’m almost about to cry, but at least I can go home after this and live my own happy life.” The face that is ever-present at funerals, after bad break-ups and during family tragedy.
But on the other end of the spectrum, what is the proper response to tragedy? I guess sincerity is key but only so many sorry’s can be said before the sympathy starts to sound fake and offensive.
So, after my long, run on train of rambling, what is the answer to pity and what are your thoughts on it?
