Crazy 8

Looks like I'm going to Live 8. Why?

• It's free.
• I can walk there from my home, so if it sucks, I can just walk back.
• I actually enjoy crowds sometimes.
• Last time I wimped out on the chance to see an equally large free pop culture spectacle that was even closer to my home at the time, I could have kicked myself. And I am certainly not into Garth Brooks.
  
• Stevie Wonder.
• I don't feel like doing the laundry.
  

Things that are not motivating my decision:

• Understanding the needs of an entire continent
• Belief that my presence will sway the actions of G8 leaders in any way
• Bono's sunglasses
• A chance to watch Salma Hayek say stuff like "Let's give it up for Bon Jovi!"

Years ago, the commercialism of the televised Band Aid concert sank my teenaged heart. My 30 something heart is more immune to hype, so I think I can enjoy Live 8 for what it's worth.