All this Chick-Fil-A stuff is really making me crazy. I don't understand what the big deal is. Really!. From what I hear Chick-Fil-A is supporting organizations like "Focus On The Family", "Fellowship of Christian Athletes", and "WinShape Foundation"...to name a few. Because of these sponsorships and comments made by the President of Chick-Fil-A everyone has gotten their feelings hurt over the issue of gay marriage and the fact that Chick-Fil-A has said they don't support the issue. To my knowledge, we live in America, right? So you and I (business owners, too) have the right to freedom of speech and religion. Guess what?? We also have the right to our own opinions. Just because someone doesn't agree with you, doesn't give you the right to "bash" them.
Here's the thing...Chick-Fil-A is a Christian-based organization. I am a Christian. I am a lesbian. Believe it or not, the two words can be put together. However, if I, as a Christian lesbian come out and "boycott" Chick-Fil-A and all the other businesses out there that don't support gay marriage, I'm as ignorant as they are. I would be labeled as a hypocrite as well. As a follower of Christ, I'm taught to love thy neighbor...which is what I try to do everyday. Granted, this can be difficult especially in situations when I'm offended by someone's ignorance. Although, I also have learned that when I'm in a close personal relationship with Jesus that He will stand up for me so I shouldn't worry what other people think. He is the reason I'm here today. He is the reason I'm writing this today. He is the REASON!
I'm sure there are people reading this that may have been offended, gotten their feelings hurt, or maybe are just confused as to why I wouldn't support the boycott. Let's get real here. If you boycott Chick-Fil-A, then you should also boycott Applebee's and Kraft Foods for joining them in building the "Kids Live Well" Initiative. And while you're at it, don't watch the Chick-Fil-A Peach Bowl this year. I'm sure you wouldn't want to support a Bowl game that is sponsored by such a "hateful" business.
I am not saying all of this because I LOVE Chick-Fil-A...I don't. I used to but then I found that they use Monosodium Glutamate (MSG) in their fried chicken...which is more than half the menu. If it weren't for the migraine that ensues after eating there, I would be a big fan. Here's is what I am saying, if you're no longer going to eat at Chick-Fil-A, make it for a good reason, like the food not being good for you or having an allergy as I do. Don't make it about the fact that the business owner's don't have the same beliefs as you do because that makes you as ignorant as they are.
"So if you agree, have a drink with me. Raise your glasses for a toast...to a little bit of chicken fried..."
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