I was at a high profile business function recently. I loathe such functions as it's all about being seen with certain people. The general assumption is that everybody is thrilled to be there rubbing elbows. I am, of course, the exception.
Everything was tolerable until the photographer came 'round (unsolicited) wanting to pose us for pictures. There are several reasons why I don't like my picture taken. I don't need to go into it here. Additionally, I feel I don't need to explain to complete strangers as to why I don't want my picture taken and to please remove the lens from my face.
The photographer was absolutely astounded that I declined to have my photograph taken. He naturally assumed I was a camera/attention whore and that I would be thrilled. Wrong. The idiot did not take a gentle 'no thank you' for an answer. The photographer's request then became sarcastic and surly and demanding that I pose. I finally got sick of him prodding me and said, "It's against my religion to have my picture taken -- the image steals my soul."
He then proceeded to gather up the group for a picture sans myself. After he was done he turned to me and said in a tone, "By the way, I've seen the wanted posters out for your arrest."
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