DC: Finally, WSU Is No. 1, But …

Sometimes life around here takes so many weird twists that the only way to cope is with comic relief. Take what’s going on down in Pullman. Now, that place needs a dose of medicinal laughter. It’s not fair. Year after year, Washington State University tries so hard to achieve that coveted No. 1 ranking. And finally it happens. The Cougs get national recognition for being tops at … Swine flu? Are you kidding me? With this ranking, the only bowl you get comes with hot chicken soup. The nasty flu bug has affected just about everything at WSU. “Spewmoni” is the flavor of the month at Ferdinand’s ice creamery. Before each snap, the Wazzu quarterback must use a Clorox wipe to sanitize the center’s squat-pocket.* Bed rest has replaced sleeping it off as the favorite fraternity weekend pastime. Really. There hasn’t been a frat house kegger in weeks. Although I heard that one pledge overdid it on TheraFlu/ Doug Clark , SR. More here .

Question: Are you concerned about getting Swine flu this year? Or do you figure it won’t be worse than any other flu or bad cold you’re likely to get — and the health nags are being hysterical?