Ridiculous!

You know me. I'm always trying to make fun of current events and recent headlines. The process goes something like this. I find a somewhat interesting headline or news photo, print it and the initial part of the accompanying story then spin it into absurdity. For example:


Iran Plans to Conduct War Games -- TEHRAN, Iran - Iran plans three days of military maneuvers beginning Sunday — its first since the U.N. Security Council imposed sanctions against it in late December, state-run television said.

They plan to start by gathering angry mobs in their own streets, holding up posters of dead people and burning other country's flags. Next they will sneak into other countries to give money and advice to radical groups. And finally, they will pretend to have a missile and nuclear program while making threatening gestures.

When asked about the effectiveness of such lame tactics they spit on the reporter, held him hostage for several weeks before beheading him in public. When interviewed on the phone they said, "Hey! How did you get this number?"

The White house is keeping a close eye on these events but, in any event, will be second guessed by the self-serving opposition party. Everyone was available for comment.



That's how I usually do it. But, every now and then, a headline or story comes along that is so patently absurd or ridiculous that no further embellishment is necessary. The very premise is absurd and everyone knows why and how it won't work. There is literally nothing I can add to it to make the story more silly. I call them "stand alones." Here are a couple examples:



Shot Duck Survives 2 Days in Florida Fridge


California Lawmaker Seeks Ban On Spanking


Hillary Clinton Announces Bid for White House



You see what I mean? Ridiculous!

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