February 01, 2010   

     Man, the world is a screwed up mess...
     Now, this pisses me off.  Evidently Pat Robertson (the heartless hypocrite) has determined that the devastating earthquakes in Haiti are divine retribution from the Almighty.  From what I understand (from his twisted perspective) the Haitians struck a deal with the Devil to get the fricking French out of their crappy little piece of real estate decades ago and now an indignant God is having a temper tantrum.  Hello?  Who wouldn't make that deal?  Who wants a self absorbed, arrogant, snotty pseudo European as a landlord???
     Anyway, that smug, sanctimonious, self righteous prick thinks God punished these poor folk for their alleged improprieties with a killer quake and six figure casualties.  Isn't it nice to sit on a gilded throne and judge your fellow man with puritanical impudence?  What a dillweed.  How appropriate that Rush Windbag jumped on that apple cart and (once again) made a total ass of himself.  You should ALL be ashamed...
     Hate to tell you this, kids, but natural catastrophes are not always "God's will".  Shit happens.  Tsunamis, volcanic eruptions, hurricanes and the occasional tornado occur only because our beloved planet is just a wee bit stressed and maybe a little pissed off.  And who's fault is that, I wonder?  Don't put God in the equation because he/she/it has more important things to do.  Like managing the universe.
     In the interim, the global community has rallied to Haiti's desperate pleas for help with an outpouring of love and support.  Probably not quite enough, given the scale and enormity of this disaster, but at least they are trying.  Mucho gracias George Clooney, the Red Cross and others who give a damn.
     By the way, where were these "Christians" when the folks in Haiti needed them most?  Running from the Devil and sending Pat Robertson and others of his ilk their pathetic little paychecks.  Wake up and smell the coffee, kids.  Do you honestly believe these cats give a damn about you or the state of your sacred soul?  Hello, McFly!  Groveling and begging for money is not God's purpose for this planet (I hope).  How many sport's cars and mansions do these cat's need?  I know...religion sells, but need it be so pathetically blatant?
     Incidentally, I understand Sarah Palin can see Haiti from her back sun deck.  Cool beans.  Doesn't mean she has to actually do anything...
     It's amazing to me how the world resents the United States and quietly applauds it's political and social setbacks, yet expects us to be the planet's caretaker.  You can't have it both ways, dudes.  Any time there is a disaster or a glitch in the global karmic stream, who's first to offer help and "rally the troops" to alleviate the crisis?  Us?  Even in a severe economic rut the good old US of A is always there.  So, bite me, Nimrods...
     Quick observation.  I see the voters in Massachusetts actually elected a Republican (I am vomiting copious amounts of chagrin) to "replace" an icon.  Ted Kennedy must be spinning in his grave.  Nice. You have your tidy little government subsidized health package, so screw the rest of the nation.  It's not like we need affordable medical care or anything.  Selfish bastards.  If a Cosmo poster boy is your answer to legitimate representation...you may "discreetly" kiss my tuccus.
     In one fell swoop President Obama's agenda is basically finished and we can all suffer in silence (per usual).
     My heart is with you, Haitians.  Wish I had a billion dollars to send your way...
     Okay, I hear snapper is running so here is a recipe you may find compelling.  All you need is

vegetable cooking spray,
2 tsps of olive oil,
1 1/2 pounds of dressed red, mangrove or yellow snapper,
1/2 cup of Chablis or other dry white wine,
1/4 tsp of salt,
1/2 tsp of chopped fresh thyme,
1/4 tsp of ground black pepper,
1 bay leaf,
1 large tomato, seeded and chopped,
2/3 cup of sliced, fresh mushrooms,
1/3 cup of coarsely chopped green pepper,
1/3 cup of coarsely chopped red onion,
2 tbsps of chopped fresh parsley and
1 clove of garlic, minced.

     Coat a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray; add oil.  Place over medium-high heat until hot.  Add snapper and cook until flakey and browned.  Add wine, salt, thyme, pepper and bay leaf; bring to a boil.  Reduce heat;  cover and simmer 5 to 8 minutes.  Add tomato and remaining ingredients;  cover and simmer 10 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork.  Remove and discard bay leaf.  Transfer fish and vegetables to a serving platter, using a slotted spoon;  keep warm.  Simmer liquid in skillet until reduced to 1/3 cup; pour over fish.  Great with yellow rice and sauteed plantains...
     I guess I am finished venting and being an irritable SOB.  Here's the deal, folks.  Care just a little and stop listening to these self serving dumbasses who are only concerned with the bottom line.  Think and do.  Trust me...God doesn't need the money.
     In the meantime... "Love all, trust a few and live well"...