The Stupidity Quotient

A better measure of the human condition. (inclusive)

This is a transparent ruse to lure people into this alley. With winter coming on, who could resist the thought of spiced apple cider, or mulled wine, in front of a crackling fireplace? Isn't that a cozy mental picture? ... a cold wind blowing outside, snowflakes starting to fall, news of yet another hurricane in places you'd expect to vacation when it does get cold. But no, you're sitting in front of those toasty flames, with that comfort drink, curled up against another warm body, with grandmother's quilt wrapped around your shoulders. With that in  mind, you think to yourself, now totally distracted in your own thoughts... 'I need a fireplace, and this is just the place to get one'. You wander into the alley.

If you look closely at the picture, you will see a row of body-sized garbage containers lined up in a row against the wall.

So often people are presented a context which is so far from reality, but rooted in some basic need, that they fail to recognize false intentions and manipulation. Your local crack dealer, corporate America, religious leaders ... on common ground. Think about what people ask you to do.

posted by: paperboy at 23:41 | link | comments (7) |

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#1  21 October 2005 - 02:29

 

I like this, and I'm thinking about the fact that you've asked us to think about what people ask us to do.

InMyLife

#2  21 October 2005 - 04:07

 

As wonderful as that scenario you painted is, i wouldnt walk down that alley at night for anything less than the promise of Laura Secords.

rustymadgal

#3  22 October 2005 - 14:51

 

Indeed!

Jackal

#4  23 October 2005 - 04:13

 

Hmmmmmm. . .many crack references lately - do you have crack envy? :)

spartanjen

#5  23 October 2005 - 04:17

 

And I'm thinking the "Fireplace" is probably in one of those containers, and the "Gallery" might be 'neighbourhood art seen in it's natural environment'...

spartanjen

#6  24 March 2006 - 14:41

 

I'm thinking you left out the government.

mafidl

#7  26 September 2007 - 19:32

 

Way to promote open minds (on a positive note).

dangergrrrl

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