Stupid Things

a.k.a. Can you FU#^%NG believe this?.

stupid  n: Very dull; insensible; senseless; wanting in understanding
things  n:  An individual object

Translation: Individual objects that don't make a bit of sense.

Every day of my life I see stupid things.  You never need to look far to see something stupid.  A recent example is the large amount of political campaign commercials and mailings.  They were everywhere and I made up my mind that the person who floods the area the least would get my vote, I don't care if it was for a one-eyed gynecologist with a hair-lip and a southern drawl.  I even changed my vote because there were assholes from Diane Fortinberry's camp trying to change my mind on the way into polling area -- she lost my vote because of that, regardless of how qualified she is.

As I run across Stupid Things I'll add to this page.

For each picture I've written why I consider it stupid (which is often not necessary) or ruminate on how the damn thing came into existence.  For a larger image and a full description of the item click the image.  It will open up a new browser and subsequent images will update in that browser.   (If you're on dial-up it may take a little time to open the new image.)

And The Stupid Things Just Keep On A-Comin'

Man, oh MAN....

If you think the picture of the dork in this hat looks dumb, wait until you click on the image to open the large, full-reveal version of this...stupid...fucking....hat.  If I ever see someone walking down the street, at a concert, at Cedar Point, or anywhere in public sporting this ridiculous piece of headgear there will be loud, screaming voices, women grabbing their children heading for cover, and soon after black eyes and mentions of lawsuits.  This is the STUPIDEST hat that has ever been devised.  Don't believe me...click the fucking picture....but don't say you weren't warned.

 

First thing's first:

I wish to thank George Lucas for Star Wars Episode 3: Revenge of the Sith.  It more than made up for the last 2 films and was the film we needed.
 

Now, that I've said that, though, I must introduce you to irrefutable evidence that either George Lucas or some creative douche bag at Lucasfilm has completely lost their fucking mind.  These are real products that can be purchased from the Star Wars merchandise page.

No more do I need say.  (Jim walks away, shaking head in disbelief...)


Leia costume for your dog

Darth Vader Lawn Sprinkler

Darth Vader costume for your dog

 

There's really no need to explain why this item made the list.  While practical, you'd never see me sticking my head in this contraption.  I don't think that my next-ex-wife Britney would accept my proposal after seeing me in this lame device.

From the Harriet Carter catalog.

Jesus Christ.  People do their kitchens and dining rooms in a country motif all the time with chickens, ducks, rabbits, cows, and even Uncle Bob and his favorite sheep.  Is there ANY reason to put such a hideous looking thing on the light switch?  What's the thought process here?  This thing is stupid, ugly, and insulting.  If you EVER see me in a house with this thing on the wall, shoot me.

From the Harriet Carter catalog.

Why is it we do things to our pets to humiliate them?  It seems that some of the stupidest things you ever see have to do with household pets.  That lampshade thing?  Useful, yes, but how frikkin' humiliating to the pet?  Has anyone ever asked the dog how they feel about wearing the thing?

Which leads me to the next two pictures.  (If you were looking at me right now you'd see me shaking my head in disgust and wonder.)

People, listen to me: Don't Dress Up Your Pet!  Have you any idea what you're doing to your pet's self-esteem by dressing him up as Santa?  The damn dog doesn't even know he exists, yet we think it's "cute" to make the pooch look like the fat bastard.  Show a little respect for your pet.  Do you think they LIKE it?

From the Harriet Carter catalog.

This rates up there as probably the single stupidest thing I've ever seen.  I've intentionally left the best part out, so CLICK THE PICTURE and see what an incredibly stupid thing this is.  If I were the dogs (yes, there are two, but you have to look at the larger image) I'd have had not only the photographer's nuts for lunch, but also the moron who designed these ridiculous things. 

From The Lighter Side catalog.

 

As time permits and as I get more pictures of stupid things I'll add to this list.  I'm still working on a picture of the well-cover painted like the Italian flag.

This page last updated Saturday, June 28, 2008.