Why Mommy Looks So Freaky

I just had to mention this gem. Apparently Michael Salzhauer, a plastic surgeon in Bal Harbour, Florida has written a self-published book for kids all about plastic surgery, so that when mommy comes home all bruised and covered in bandages, the kiddies will understand that it's simply because mommy needed to fork over a wad of cash in order to look hot. The title of the book? My Beautiful Mommy, of course. You can see more pages from the book on the Newsweek gallery site. If you've got the time, it's fascinating reading some of the reader's comments – some people actually think a book like this is a good idea. Worth reading the comments from BoingBoing as well, where I first found the story. Also another interesting perspective from a blogger who feels that Newsweek (where the story originated) was basically just "yanking our chains", making a mountain out of a small self-published molehill.

Whaddya think?

Comments

[Beth]

What a message to send to kids.
Remember what I mentioned about children's books and "issues?" This particular issue is over the top.

[Ellen]

Still have a hard time believing this is for real, mainly because of the ridiculous illustrations. Not only did mommy get bigger boobs, a tight tummy and petite nose, but now she's... MAGICAL. Weird, thanks to Newsweek, this may sell more copies than it deserves.

[Melanie]

Ha! I was just looking at this one this morning -- I passed it on as a "purchase suggestion" for our childrens librarian. ;)

[Andertoons]

Oh... my... GOD...