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[acestanktop]

childhood friends to rivals melvin + ponyboy

an: i am actually writing this half asleep and i am not good whatsoever but i wrote this for @cherrydipp

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September 5th, 1967.

Entry #10

If there's one thing me and Trip had in common, it's that we hated that Curtis kid. But if we're being honest, I didn't always hate him. Back in the day, Ponyboy and I were close, more like brothers than me and Trip. We’d race through the streets, pushing each other to be faster, better.

But then things changed, and it wasn't just about running anymore. See, I’m a Soc, and Ponyboy’s a Greaser. Our social classes started getting in the way. People around us kept reminding us of where we stood, and the gap between us kept growing.

It wasn’t long before the friendly competition turned into something uglier. I started shoulder-checking him during races, making sure he knew his place. And Sergei was always ready to help me. I'd give him the nod, and he'd kick dirt at Ponyboy whenever he ran by.

It wasn’t just about winning anymore; it was about making sure Ponyboy knew he couldn't rise above his class. Every race became a battle of pride, and I was determined to come out on top, no matter what it took.

One day, after a particularly rough race, I saw Ponyboy sitting alone on the bleachers, his head in his hands. For a moment, I felt a pang of guilt, but I quickly squashed it down. I don't care for some low-life grease. We used to be friends, and now we were just enemies divided by the train track of social class.

Yet, I walked over, hesitating for a second before sitting down next to him. "Hey, Curtis," I said, trying to sound casual.

He looked up, surprise flashing in his eyes before they hardened. "What do you want, Melvin?" he asked, his voice cold.

“Listen-” I began, before I stopped myself.

As I sat next to Ponyboy, I could feel the weight of our rivalry hanging in the air. He looked at me, his eyes filled with a mix of anger and hurt. "You think we can just forget everything? Just like that?"

I shrugged, trying to play it cool, but inside, I was feeling the pressure. "I don’t know, man. It just feels like we’re wasting our energy fighting each other instead of doing something about the real problems."

He scoffed, crossing his arms. "You think I want to be friends with a Soc? You guys don’t get it. You don’t understand what it’s like for us." The anger in his voice made my heart race. I wanted to reach out, to bridge that gap, but I knew it was too late. The line had been drawn, and there was no erasing it.

"Fine," I said, standing up. "You want to keep hating me? Go ahead. But don’t expect me to sit around and take it."

With that, I turned and walked away, leaving Ponyboy staring after me, our friendship shattered like glass.

Sometimes, it felt like the world was determined to keep us apart, and no matter how hard we tried, we were stuck in our roles. The rivalry would continue, and neither of us was ready to let go. The tension hung heavy in the air, and I knew deep down that this wasn't over.

It's never over.

[leifgarrettfanartist13]

Why does Leif have the most out of place curls?? They go in one direction then another :( his eyes were a pain to figure out, does he have blue or green?

[filmbookpodcast]

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The Complete Works Ep. 107: Tom Cruise - THE OUTSIDERS (1983) https://film-book.com/the-complete-works-ep-107-tom-cruise-the-outsiders-1983/?feed_id=143003&_unique_id=66af7dcd00c82

[shezanenigma]

Book Review: Idol Truth

Idol Truth 

by Leif Garrett

💎💎💎💎💎

5 Diamond Read

Idol Truth vividly captures the 70’s intoxicating allure and the pressure-cooker environment that comes with teenage stardom. It gives an honest look at the life of a teen idol in the 70’s and 80’s which probably are still true today.

Before reading his memoir, I thought Leif Garrett was primarily a singer who dabbled in acting. I had no idea he started out as an actor. Like others, I wish there had been more in-depth details, especially about his experiences making movies like The Outsiders. However, Leif seems to be a straightforward, no-nonsense storyteller. The format of his memoir reflects this style—he simply presents the facts. I find it believable and appreciate that he doesn’t hold anything back or try to sugarcoat things. He examines his life honestly, sharing both the highs and lows. He names names and speaks openly about the adults who failed him during his upbringing. While he doesn't come across as bitter, he acknowledges moments of bitterness but accepts that the past cannot be changed. Honestly, I didn’t know what to expect from his memoir, but I was pleasantly surprised by its depth and honesty.

After reading Idol Truth, I can see how Leif transitioned as a person. He doesn’t explicitly say he was full of himself as a teen idol, but we can infer it from his stories. He describes the shift when his fame diminished—not quite a dose of reality, since being a teen idol was his reality, but a new, harsher reality when he was no longer in demand. He was essentially a product, and when interest waned, he was shelved, which brought about a significant change in his life. I believe he was a shy kid because he often seemed to follow others. He admits feeling like a fraud at times, and through his memoir, it struck me that he was probably cocky. I can see why he was cast as Bob in The Outsiders; it was a role he could easily fit into. Not that he treated people with disdain, but he definitely felt superior at times in his early life, a result of being told and treated as such during his childhood.

What sets Idol Truth apart from other celebrity memoirs is Leif's unflinching account of his struggles with addiction and the impact it had on his life and career. He does not shy away from detailing the depths of his substance abuse and the painful and bumpy journey to recovery. His story is a stark reminder of the often unseen and heavy price of fame, especially for impressionable teens trying to fit into an adult world, making it a poignant read.

My only wish was that Leif had narrated the memoir himself. I find memoirs narrated by the actual person writing them to be more sincere and passionate.

I give Idol Truth a 5 Diamond review. It is a moving and eye-opening memoir. Leif Garrett's ability to convey his truth makes this book a standout. It's a testament to the human spirit's capacity to endure and overcome, making Idol Truth a compelling and rewarding read for anyone interested in the complexities of fame and the redemptive power of honesty.

[lawomanphoto]

May 13, 2015 Debby Holiday and Leif Garrett at Lucky Strike Live in Los Angeles, CA

May 13, 2015 Debby Holiday and Leif Garrett at Lucky Strike Live in Los Angeles, CA #debbyholiday #leifgarrett #luckystrikelive #ultimatejamnight #hollywood #losangeles #lawomanphoto #onthisday

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[biographyonair]

Leif Garrett’s Love Life: Unveiling Mystery of His Marriage, Dating History

#biographyonair #LeifGarrett #singer

Leif Garrett is a renowned American singer, actor, and also TV personality who started off as a child actor.

[kathleenstoneauthor]

I just finished Leif Garrett’s memoir, “Idol Truth,” and what an eye opener on the abuse, neglect, and manipulation of child stars.

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It reminded me so much of my book Tell Me You Love Me, which is $6.67 in paperback right now.

mybook.to/TellMeYouLoveMe

#LeifGarrett #TellMeYouLoveMe

[duranduratulsa]

Up next on my 80's Fest Movie 🎥 marathon...The Outsiders (1983) on classic DVD 📀! #movie #movies #drama #theoutsiders #tulsa #oklahoma #tulsaoklahoma #route66 #admiraltwin #admiraltwindrivein #MattDillon #CThomasHowell #ralphmacchio #patrickswayze #RIPPatrickSwayze #RobLowe #emilioestevez #tomcruise #DianeLane #sehinton #LeifGarrett #tomwaits #gailardsartain #flea #heatherlangenkamp #dvd #80s #80sfest #durandurantulsas6thannual80sfest

[jamieroxxartist]

Happy Birthday. Today, Nov 8, 1961 – #LeifGarrett, American singer and actor was born.

(https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leif_Garrett)

[itcamefromblog]

That time #Yoda and #LeifGarrett posed on the cover of #Dynamite magazine. (Clever Photoshop job by @DeanMachine16 on Twitter) #StarWars #70s #itcamefromblog https://www.instagram.com/p/B1MGBv2Fvvm/?igshid=1tyfolp7vi6yn

[cclopezbcn]

THE OUTSIDERS - CARMINE COPPOLA (OST) #1983 #francisfordcoppola Once upon a time, there was a movie with the future young stars (some are still standing) #mattdillon #roblowe #tomcruise #patrickswayze #ralphmacchio #emilioestevez #dianelane #thomashowell #leifgarrett music composed by #CarmineCoppola #myvinylcollection #vinylcollection #vinylcollector #vinylcommunity #vinyljunkie #vinylrecords #vinyloftheday #bandasonora #ost #originalsoundtrack #movie #rebeldes #steviewonder #staygold (at Barcelona, Spain) https://www.instagram.com/p/CXN1OaTjQon/?utm_medium=tumblr

[soundnvisionpodcast]

Competition is stiff, in more ways than one....1988 horror CHEERLEADER CAMP aka BLOODY POM POMS . . . . . . . . . . . . #cheerleadercamp #betsyrussell #leifgarrett #horrorclassic #horrorcomedy #horrorgeek #horrormovies #horroraddict #horrorcommunity #horrorgenre #soundnvision #podcasting #podcast #podcastlife #podcasts #soundnvisionpodcast #movieswelove #movieswewatch #movies #horrormovies https://www.instagram.com/p/B_yIjtgl-x1/?igshid=w8wpnkw5yd0q

[adafine]

Some Sunday morning sleaze from our friends at @vinegarsyndrome #partyline #vinegarsyndrome #leifgarrett #bluray #williamwebb #firsttimewatch #sexysax (at El Apartamento De Sweeney) https://www.instagram.com/p/B137pTvAQA6/?igshid=1hyirq68al3ad

[horrorpaingoredeath]

#partyline #bluray #slasher #horror #thriller #straightrazor #80s #leifgarrett #shawnweatherly #richardroundtree #vinegarsyndrome (at Horror Pain Gore Death Productions HQ) https://www.instagram.com/p/BuKuCFZlsO7/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=i0mik23wtn80

[codlivervinegar]

Leif Garrett

[lawomanphoto]

May 13, 2015 Debby Holiday and Leif Garrett at Lucky Strike Live in Los Angeles, CA

May 13, 2015 Debby Holiday and Leif Garrett at Lucky Strike Live in Los Angeles, CA #debbyholiday #leifgarrett #luckystrike #losangeles #Livemusic #christyborgman #lawomanphoto #onthisday

Enter image description here… Photo by Christy Borgman