Political Aspirations

A whole new adventure?

Dear Blabby and Crabby:

My husband, Harry, is considering running for our homeowners’ association board of directors and has this hare-brained idea that he can win. He spends most of his time watching CNN and has an opinion on how to solve every problem in the world. Between newscasts, all he does is eat and sleep. He doesn’t participate in any activities, clubs, or organizations, but somehow he’s come up with this plan to get himself elected. I think he  watched too
much of the presidential election campaign. The problem is, he wants me to take an active part in helping him get elected. I wouldn’t vote for the nutcase, and I sure don’t want to be embarrassed by getting involved in his campaign. Any suggestions? Signed: Ready to Commit Harry (Kerri)

Blabby: It’s easy to see why Kerri has an issue. Uncontrolled political ambition has soured many good marriages.

Crabby: Yes, you’re correct, but in Harry’s case, he may have set his sights too low. Eating, sleeping, watching CNN, and getting nothing else done sounds like our current Congress. He might as well jump into national politics with his qualifications.

Blabby: Now, let’s be serious and get focused on Mrs. Harry’s problem. If Harry hits the campaign trail, their marriage could be severely strained.

Crabby: Kerri’s reference to Harry as a “nutcase” doesn’t sound as if there’s any harmony in their family voting booth right now.

Blabby: You’re probably correct, but if Harry goes ahead with his political plans, things aren’t going to get any better.

Crabby: Maybe they will. I think Kerri should be a good sport and hit the campaign trail with Harry. It’s a chance for both of them to get out of the house, meet new people, and share something in common. It could be a whole new adventure.

Blabby: What’s in it for Mrs. Harry if he wins?

Crabby: She goes from “bored wife” to “board wife.”

Blabby: I just love homophones, don’t you?

Crabby: I’ve been looking at the new iPhone but haven’t bought one yet.

Blabby: Never mind. And what will happen if she does get involved and he turns out to be a huge embarrassment?

Crabby: He would then be considered a prime presidential candidate. Haven’t you observed recent political history or watched presidential debates on TV?

Blabby: I think your brain has flipped a wrong lever in your cranial polling place.

By Don Griffin
Blabby and Crabby Blog