Jackson Chronicles

Just what is it with Michael Jackson? Somehow, he's able to wedge himself into the news with an almost predictable frequency.

This month alone, Jackson's likeness showed up on a Jesus Juice wine label in a trademark application, his financial situation was reported to be in dismal condition, and he was caught allegedly impersonating an Arab woman in a ladies' room at a mall in Dubai. Added to everything is today's news that the Anti-Defamation League demands an apology from Michael Jackson for calling Jews "leeches."

Holy moly! It seems that anything related to Michael Jackson automatically makes the headlines, boring or otherwise. As a result, I was not surprised when hearing of a Michael Jackson Blend coffee. Uh .... No, thank you.

Of course, I'm as guilty as anyone else. I write about Wacko Jacko which, along with everybody else, helps keep him in the news. Love him or hate him, Jackson is just such a curiosity.