I grew up on wrestling, and it was something that I held close because it got me through a lot of bad times when I was young. It was from the 80's til the present that this business bled through each part of me, but now I question so many things about it. Since I've grown, I've heard so many stories about what happens behind the scenes for a wrestler. For example, I never would have thought that wrestlers weren't insured, and didn't receive a pension for all them hard years they receive bruises and broken bones. They travel nonstop, workout constantly, and perform numerous times during a week, and that's not counting practicing moves. Imagine the money they spend for insurance and for protection. No matter the glory we think they see, we are wrong. These guys can be hurt, fired, or screwed at any moment. I respect all people in the wrestling business no matter where they are, or their rank. The wrestling business is a painful one that lacks true remorse for the people who give it a foundation. Yes these people have our respect, and our appreciation, but look at the end result for most of them. It took me awhile to realize that behind them curtains are normal people like me and you. When Rick Rude, Mr. Perfect, Chris Benoit, Sensational Sherri, Owen Hart, and others died, it made my heart cry more than normal. We may not know these individuals, but because we see them day in, and day out, they feel like family. I'm sure many wrestlers have personal demons, but for so many to die before seeing a full life burns me up inside. For most wrestlers they stay in the game to make sure they can retire and have enough money stored away. When your younger, you only see heroes and villains in the ring, but as you grow and see life, you learn that these are people who are caught in fame, and sometimes a deadly game.

As with most things in life, we take these people for granted. Yes they make decent money for what they do, but like I tell people you never know the hell someone has to go through to have a certain life. People can saying wrestling is fake because of predetermined outcomes, but that doesn't mean wrestlers don't hurt like any other athlete. These are not just entertainers, they are true athletes with no off-season. They raise the bar each day to entertain us and put smiles on our face. They deserve more than tributes, fame, and the shadows that cover the wrestling business. They deserve the respect and appreciation of everyone. I can't speak for anyone but myself, but I know the death's and lifestyles need to be looked into and corrected before lose more of the people who cherish. When will people in higher places take a look at the wrestlers that die at such a young age? When will the world care because it's no love behind them curtains, it's only a business that steals innocence for dollars.

Until next time family. Much love and, remember never remain silent.