Special Kind Of Stupid

Calling people who are not sensible a "special kind of stupid" is one of my favorite things to do. The first time I heard the phrase, it was uttered by a stand-up comedian who was talking about dieting and how annoyed she was by the wafer-thin girls who giggle and say, "Ooops, I forgot to eat. Teehee." Her response to this was, "You gotta be a special kind of stupid to forget to eat."

I tend to agree. And have expanded the special kind of stupid category. I have a list somewhere, but it's back in Colorado.

Anyway, I have a new addition. I just watched Black Hawk Down. They had an add for the Army in the middle of it. Do they think that will work? Did it actually entice anyone to join the military?

Personally, I think you've definitely got to be a special kind of stupid to want to join up after watching that kind of story. Mmmm, join the Army. Get your fingers, legs, face, etc blown off while fighting for people who don't want your help. But don't worry, we won't leave you or your severed hand behind...

Joining the Navy after watching Top Gun, I can see. And maybe even after Saving Private Ryan. But Black Hawk Down? No way, dude. No way.