PUT SOME WATER ON IT
A commonly used phrase in prison is “Put Some Water On It.” Okay here is the short and skinny of what “Put Some Water On It” really means. When an individual is using the bathroom; specifically the Number 2 other inmates will yell or politely say “Put Some Water On It.”
Generally inmates share a toilet in a small 8×10 cell, or the bathroom is located in a common area and “Putting Some Water On It” refers to flushing the toilet during a bile movement. Not only flushing but specifically flushing after each plop. I know that’s (TMI) too much information; however I want you to get the picture. Putting some water on it will ensure that the number 2 doesn’t stink up the rest of the area; in other words inmates don’t want to smell others’ stinky poop if they can avoid it.
Many times we have to smell others stinky poop: Bitterness, Jealousy, Gossiping, Envy, Addictions, Pride, Insecurities, Anger, Lying… and just want to yell or politely say “Put Some Water On It!” In other words people get sick of always having to deal with others stinky poop; especially when all they have to do is flush. Stop gossiping, stop lying, confess your addictions, humble yourself, get some accountability for your porn problem, get over your insecurities, stop wanting what other people have, get control of your debt… and “Put Some Water On It.”
I am all about helping people with their problem areas; because we all have them. Sometimes people (me, you, and others) need to just “Put Some Water On It,” flush the stinky poop and stop letting it just sit in the toilet.
Do you find yourself facing people and their situations and want to say “Put Some Water On It.” Are there areas of your life in which you need to “Put Some Water On It?” Honestly, do you just get sick and tired of stinky poop lingering in the toilet?
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21 Comments Received
February 19th, 2008 @6:36 am
i downright loathe stinky poop!
nice post here, i know in my life i’ve got plenty of things i need to “deal” with.
as an aside, i’ve change domain names, so if you have me linked, i’d appreciate an update
February 19th, 2008 @12:54 pm
this post stinks!
I like the thoughts and questions.
Stinky poop…lets see…bitterness and negativity is some of the most stinky to be around.
February 19th, 2008 @1:42 pm
I do believe you said stinky poop at least three times in that post and I love ya for it! You are hilarious! What a great analogy! Keep ‘em coming, Warden!
February 19th, 2008 @2:01 pm
wow! What a visual….or an odor?
Good one, Scott. The most frustrating thing to me is people who have had the very same problems/issues for years…and they make the same complaints but don’t do anything to change….And usually, just “flushing” (letting it go) would solve their problem.
February 19th, 2008 @3:16 pm
That’s interesting, Scott…I was actually excited to read your post this morning…until now
No really that was good…very clever. I think alot of people know they need to let go, but letting go for some is a little more difficult, and I think there is alot said about letting go, “flushing it down” but how, is the real question.
February 19th, 2008 @3:48 pm
OMG!!!
It’s funny how sin can cause such a stink.
So many people are so used to smelling their crap that they have become immune to the smell.
February 19th, 2008 @4:10 pm
One person that is stinky can pollute a crowd. Great post
February 19th, 2008 @5:11 pm
I’ve been around people who stink all the time. sometimes that person is me. Still, there are times when people just need to let it go or let God do some spiritual flushing! Thanks Scott!
February 19th, 2008 @6:11 pm
Dang! I’ve wiped enough butts in my life (having 2 kids)…to last me a lifetime…I think some people just like to sit on there throne to keep there stink out there. There are also those that think… they don’t stink! My advice ..We all stink! So get over your business…get off your smelly pot and flush that puppy!
February 19th, 2008 @7:15 pm
Thanks for all of your comments and indulging in this poopy conversation.
February 19th, 2008 @9:05 pm
You certainly can’t be acused of lacking an imagination. Your word picture created somewhat of a “stink” as I read your post. Great analogy!
February 19th, 2008 @9:09 pm
I’d like to hear you try and preach something like this.
February 19th, 2008 @10:11 pm
I think many churches & individuals today need more than a little water – they need a firehose enema – because they’re so full of crap! Look on their faces: discomfort, uptight, miserable… that’s no way for a child of God to live. But until we deal with the secret junk inside of us and get it out at all costs – our life will STINK! Maybe that’s why they sit on pews…
– and yeah, I would preach it this!
February 19th, 2008 @11:54 pm
Very nice Scott! Nothing like walking into a bathroom and being knocked down by the oder. I have always referred to this as the courtesy flush.
February 20th, 2008 @12:14 am
Mine is procrastination. More accurately it would be “Paralysis of Analysis.” If I don’t know what to do or where to start on something I “study” it for too long in the hopes of an epiphany or it will go away. Rarely ever does though.
In hopes of combating this, I’ve sent you an email Scott.
February 20th, 2008 @12:42 am
Ahhhhhhh, the sweet smell of transparency – great post!
February 20th, 2008 @1:32 am
I will be screaming this at my children every chance I get. “Put some water on it”! Thanks. Good stuff Scott.
February 20th, 2008 @2:04 am
Joseph- Thanks, creative stink.
JC- I think it might preach.
Chilly- Did you say firehose inema? LOL
Ryan- Courtesy flush it is…
Bert- Thanks for sharing and thanks for the e-mail.
Jamey- Thanks bro.
Heady- LOL, thanks bro.
February 20th, 2008 @5:13 am
LOL man this is funny! Ive always known you had a crazy way of thinking and making things relevant but man… This is funny! But oh so true! I know I have things stinkin’ up my toliet but my hand is on the flusher.. Its the pushing down that’s hard. I also know other people that seriously need to flush… I guess the thought that you always think everyone elses poop stinks but think yours smells like roses fits pretty well… LOL! I’ve never talked so much about poop! Haha
February 20th, 2008 @2:44 pm
Brittney- Great additioal thoughts!
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