Classic signs of a rebound relationship - this new guy was meant to be kept at arm's length. Ex-Hitler Youth, former Grand Inquisitor of the church, he's 78 years old - this is designed to be a short-term relationship with no emotions involved. He is The Rebound Pope.

JPII is a tough act to follow. He was like Grandpa - people loved him even though his political views are stuck in the 1800s. "Aww, he's just an old man, I can't expect him to keep up with modern thought!" This new guy, his nickname was "the panzer cardinal", for crying out loud, he's going to be like your crazy great-uncle that no one wants to sit next to at Thanksgiving.

Some irreverant Live Journal-based New Pope Humor.