I have been reading some comments on line made by the fans.  The comments are directed toward me and come from some "fan" sites.  At first, I was just going to amuse myself and then just ignore it.  The more I read, I decided to have some fun with my so called "fans".  You know who you are...so here is what the Wildcat thinks of you.

 

  I am not sure where these comments started or how they have become so nasty.  First, I will say that I get enjoyment out of reading any and all comments.  I actually am having fun writing my reply.  I don't care how nasty they get because, to be honest, I live wrestling and the more the fans hate me right now, the better. 

 

  I have read a few stories about me being an asshole to fans, me snubbing them, disrespecting them, and more.  I have heard that I have a big head, have my head up my ass, don't acknowledge people that I am suppose to know.  I will first say that those that are complaining are acting like children and should keep your ass in front of the TV and watch your wrestling.  Don't go to the events and for god's sake don't get on a computer.  It is amazing to me how many "fans" out there think they are friends with the wrestlers.  Let me fill you in on something...you don't know me and I don't know you.  We don't talk on the phone, we don't go to dinner, and chances are I haven't even had a beer with you.  I have always been proud that on my website, I personally answer the fans e-mails.  If I haven't, it is me not getting to them yet.  I have had offers from those close to me to answer them back with generic replies.  I always say no because I want the fans to feel good about me answering personally.  I guess that has backfired on me because now I have hundreds of fans that think they know me.  You know what I want you to know. 

 

  I have also read many fans defending me.  Talking about being exhausted, our travel schedule, being in a bad mood, feeling sick, etc.  All of these things are true, but I would always try to not let that affect interaction with the fans.  Those that count know the person I am.  My father has been complimented for how great of a job he has done raising me.  I have been told myself how down to earth I am and that I haven't forgotten where I came from.  Those that I do hang with actually forget that I am the Wildcat because they are hanging with Chris.  I don't act like a "star".  I am no better than anyone else.

 

  Another issue that has come up is the "character".  One side says it's ok to be an asshole because I am a heel.  Others say, because they think they know everything about the wrestling business, that it is all an act and the character should stay in the ring.  Here are my feelings...I don't care how many sites you get on, how many sheets you read, or who you think you know.  Unless you have walked in our shoes, you don't know the wrestling business.  I have said this before, when my attitude change for my character came about last September, it was because my attitude had changed in my personal life.  Everyone thinks that wrestling is a make believe world.  To some it probably is.  When it comes to Chris Harris, wrestling is my life and so much of it is far more real than people think.  A lot was building up.  I was disgusted with the wrestling business, the TNA office, the fans, my partner, and so much more in my personal life.  Deal with it!  That is me right now.  If I don't like you when I am in the ring, I probably won't like you any other time either.  Maybe some day that will change again.  Maybe the day will come when I can smile again. 

 

  I am a human being with a good heart.  A lot of what I have been through has made me the person I am today.  I have said since day one...I wouldn't be where I am today if it were not for the fans.  They have supported my career since I started.  I am very thankful for that.  I am blessed to be able to do something I love and make a good living doing it.  I get stopped all of the time and am respectful to everyone that is respectful to me.  I go out of my way to do things that may make an impact on someone's life.  I have given numerous "say no to drugs" talks at schools all over the country.  I have visited sick children in hospitals more times than I can count.  I have interrupted my private times with family or friends to sign an autograph or take a picture.  And I love every minute of it!!!  We don't get paid for things like that.  They are things that I want to do because I want to give back anything I can.  I want to set a good example, help those less fortunate than me, maybe make a difference in someone's life. 

 

  For those of you that feel I am not living up to your expectations, I am sorry you feel that way.  I meet people every day.  I don't remember names and if we meet for a brief minute I am not going to remember you 6 months from now.  As I said at the start, this column is not meant for everyone.  Those that it is meant for know who they are.  And those that are my true fans know who they are too.  Thank you for the respect you have given me.  I wish I had more time to spend with you at the events.  For those I actually have had time to spend with...thank you for seeing me for the person I am.  It is an honor to do what I do and I appreciate that the true fans recognize that.

 

  I welcome all comments and opinions and will continue to enjoy reading them.  I have hundreds of e-mails to get to from the past month or so and I will do my best to get through them as soon as I can.  I haven't forgotten about you.  Just been very busy.  Enjoy the next column.  My brother, Pete (the webmaster), will be laying it out for you.  And that is someone that has spent private time with me.  Maybe he can also give some insight to this subject.