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July 11, 2007

Tanya: Love Grenade

“This is wonderful,” Butterfly shrieked. “The end of war. Peace will reign throughout the world!”

The news had come out that morning, a Love Grenade had been developed by the government. An impromptu gathering had formed on the National Mall, and happy hippies abounded.

“Everyone will put down their weapons and seek friendship with their enemies,” Cactus agreed. “Finally they’ll stop fighting and sing Kumbaya.”

The scientists watched on television as the joyful speakers celebrated their new weapon. “They obviously didn’t read the details. Should we tell them?”

“That it’s concentrated toxic waste from Love Canal? Why spoil their mood?”

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