A Dog, a Drone, and Our Collective Descent into Absurdity
Seriously? A drone? To find a dog? I’m all for technological advancement, truly I am. But at what point do we stop using fancy gadgets to solve problems that were perfectly manageable with common sense and a decent pair of walking shoes? Apparently, that point is now.
Apparently, because a dog – a canine companion, a fluffy bundle of potential mischief – decided to take an unscheduled stroll near the New Jersey Turnpike, we needed to deploy aerial surveillance. A drone. As if the Turnpike itself isnt already swarming with enough airborne nuisances. I picture it now: a tiny helicopter buzzing overhead, searching for Fido like he’s a fugitive criminal.
And let’s be honest, how many people are actively looking for their lost pets? Probably half the neighborhood, calling his name. But no, thats too pedestrian. We needed drones. Because apparently, yelling Spot! Come here! is just hopelessly outdated.
Im certain the dog is thrilled to have been located by a piece of equipment typically reserved for inspecting bridges and spying on… well, you get the picture. I bet he’s wagging his tail with gratitude, thinking, “My human really cares! They risked an expensive machine to find me!”
This whole situation just underscores our increasing reliance on technology for everything – even things that involve basic human interaction and a little bit of effort. A dog is found. A drone is deployed. My faith in humanity? Diminished.
