MJ

A friend of mine posted on Facebook today that she's more concerned about all the problems facing our country and world than she is about the death of Michael Jackson. She didn't say this to be insensitive (though she did give a little disclaimer saying she understood people would see it as insensitive), and I, for one, am glad she said it.

Don't get me wrong, it's sad that MJ passed away at a young age. But it's important for all of us to deal with it in whatever way is appropriate for us individually and also keep it in perspective. As my Facebook friend pointed out, there are a lot of problems facing us, problems that will define the current generation of leaders and policymakers.

Let's rewind a minute to the fact that my friend felt the need to put a 'disclaimer' with her comment. It's kind of unfortunate that she felt the need to do that, isn't it? Her opinion is her opinion, and if others find it insensitive, well, maybe they're too wrapped up in the idolizing of celebrities.