I didn't think for one moment that this thread would evoke such strong emotions.
IMO there are several things worthy of discussion, though not in this forum! I have no idea how to transfer a thread so if you're around Tightslot please move appropriately.
Lobsters do not have feelings, only to the extent they feel themselves around with them tentacly things.
A live lobster does survive for up to 48 hours out of the water. Some of you should look into how crayfish imported from the USA are decimating some of our natural fresh water varieties.
Lobsters bear no malice upon their executioners, they will not fight their way out of the hold/overhead luggage and engage in a full out claws snapping fight in the aisles.
Lobsters only really taste good when shoved alive in the pot and thereafter smothered in a nice buttery sauce, made to your own taste.
Next someone will no doubt claim I am a heathen for enjoying the live oysters when in Maine.
Candoo