What relation can you see between LASIK eye correction surgery and the 2006 Grammy(R) Celebration Party? Normally, you would see none, but this year, free Lasik surgery from Dr. Kerry Assil will be included in "…the traditional "gifting" of party guests…" at the Grammy Celebration.

Only one thing out of this whole "gifting" of party guests segment of the Celebration irks me. And that is the announcment that these gifts are actually meant to allow guests "to preview luxury products". I feel that by now, LASIK eye correction surgery should no longer be treated as a luxury product, in order to ensure that they are provided to as many people as possible. Idealistic yes, but even ideals can be realised if enough effort is put in.

[News via Business Wire]