Today is a day to break out of daily routines, push boundaries, and try something unexpected or adventurous.
Known as National Walk on Your Wild Side Day it is one of those Thomas and Ruth Roy of Wellcat.com holidays held each April 12and encourages embracing uniqueness and overcoming the fear of the opinions of others.
At this stage of my game I am not entirely sure that I will ever participate. By this time in my life I feel my comfort zone is so very far and wide that unpredictable behavior has become predictable.
The crux of the day is live with a bit more excitement rather than just sticking to the ordinary.
"Walk on the wild side" refers to engaging in risky, adventurous, or unconventional behavior.
This may include the exploration of taboo subjects or lifestyles.
The notion was popularized by Lou Reed’s 1972 song, it specifically highlights the lives of 1970s New York subcultures, including transgender people, drag performers, and drug use.
As for me, the drugs and sexual perversion are out.