Letters to the Editor
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No, no, no to rehab, yes, yes, yes to opiates
During an illness last month, I decided to give House a twirl. Had never seen the show before, and the recent uptick in commercials combined with my lack of tivo had discouraged me from trying it out. So I checked out Season 1 from my local video store.
I fell in love with this show. The ensemble was pure perfection. How many times would Dr. Wilson telegraph his exasperation with House by beginning his harangue with hands on his hips, arms akimbo (I love that word-akimbo)? When would Foreman begin to embrace his dark House-like nature (no pun intended)?
My one disappointment was with Laurie's old love interest. Why would such an eccentric man pine for such a traditional sort as Sela Ward? It felt like too odd a couple, like Marilyn Manson falling for Laura Bush.
But the real reason I love House is because he appreciates the benefits of opiates. Yes, people, it's true. It's entirely possible to function productively while high. Unfortunately, the unstable among us have ruined it for everybody, giving opiates a bad rep, making it outrageously difficult to obtain unless you're fortunately enough to have a doctor like House. Flying under the radar, House has accomplished a major goal here--opiates not only take away the pain, they make you feel good as well, even on the job.
Itunes now carries House on season for those, like me, who can't skip the commerciaals. Unless he caves and comes clean, I'll remain his biggest fan.