So once again wild fires are sweeping their way across southern california. This is something that happens periodically. There are fires every year of course, but every so often there's one that is particularly destructive. We're in the middle of one right now.

But of course you all know this because it is all over the national news. That in itself isn't too much of a problem for me. Just like every year we all hear about the big blizzards in the north east or hurricanes in the gulf states. It's good to be aware of what's going on outside one's personal bubble of daily life. A bit of a window into other peoples lives whether you know any of them of not. But then I saw something so stupid that it made my brain melt and ooze out my ears.

I saw this article on how the fires are interrupting the taping of everyone's favorite TV shows.

Normally this is where I would go on a tirade of how misguided the collective american priorities are. But again, my brain has melted onto the floor. I'll just let you guys think this one over for yourselves.

And if you have any semblance of intellect left when you're done, enjoy this song on the subject: