Call me crazy...

...but I've developed quite the crush on Anthony Bourdain.

I tried reading "Kitchen Confidential" more than once, years ago, but couldn't get past the first couple of chapters. I'm not sure why, but it just didn't grab me. But his TV show has become a must-watch.

I love his philosophy, of striving to be a traveler and not a tourist, and the way he shows great reverence for other cultures (at least, if he doesn't, it's all edited out.). I love a self-deprecating sense of humor. Plus, it's entertaining to watch him eat every gross thing you could possibly imagine. And enjoy it.

And he's not bad to look at, especially when he gets that mischievous look in his eye.

Yeah, I think he's on my list now.

(Abrupt topic change)

I'm a bad citizen.

I decided not to vote today.

I sat down with my ballot last night, and realized I couldn't come to a decision on anything. I don't like either of the Democratic candidates for governor; failing some greater inspiration, I just want someone to get Arnie out of office. And I don't have much confidence that either of these guys can do it.

The other races? Yawn. Lots of career politicians who are being termed out of office, looking for new jobs.

I don't care enough about the ballot measures to make an informed decision, and I'm torn on the one that is remotely interesting.

And why, oh why, are we asked to choose judges? How are we qualified to make that decision?

So I've thrown my hands up in the air and decided to be part of the majority that's not bothering to cast a ballot today.

I promise not to complain about the results.