From a human perspective the flea ranks down
          there with a snake's belly.

          But in the creative wisdom of God this wee
          critter has its purpose and ecological niche.
          In ancient times when Australopithecus was knee-
          high to Tyrannosaurus Rex the flea may have
          played an important role in our social
          evolution.

          And the flea may have helped give us a
          large supply of beautiful blondes which
          gentlemen prefer.

               This Week magazine (July 18) in Britain
               quotes a reader's letter to The Guardian
               "Blonde hair is attractive...because it
               is easier to see if there are any
               parasites in blonde-coloured hair.  In
               evolutionary terms, when offered two
               potential mates which appear equally
               vigorous and healthy, a suitor should
               choose the blonde because their
               appearance is less likely to deceive.
               Bleaching your hair is just a way of
               saying: 'Don't worry, big boy - you
               won't pick up anything nasty!'"

          Praise the Lord for fleas and blondes!