MANITOU SPRINGS, CO -- Steve "ColoradoGuy" Garufi's knees have been formally declared "sex symbols" and beacons of peace and prosperity for all in the world, according to reports late yesterday.

The declaration stemmed from a comment by Steve's co-worker, Shon McKenzie of Colorado Springs, who boldly admitted lusting after his knees as Steve wore shorts at work like he usually does.

"As a female, I can say you have a lot going for you with those knees." stated Shon (see adjacent picture).

When questioned about his sex symbol status, Steve voiced deep appreciation. "It feels good knowing ... I guess I never had good self-esteem for my knees." he stated.

Many however, expressed their outrage and disgust over the announcement. Some argue Steve's knees are bony and his "chicken legs" are hardly attractive, while others point out the noticeable spots of psoriasis on them.

With Steve's knee and leg laying on her lap at the Townhouse Lounge in Mantiou Springs, Kelly Martin (known as Kansas Kelly on the forums) appeared "grossed out" but was nevertheless tactful with Steve.

"Your knees look different ... and they look interesting with your shorts tan." she stated.

Boki Evans, a Manitou Springs resident and close friend, questioned whether publicizing his knee as a "sex symbol" would be positive for this web site. "You're trying to be shocking and that's not you. You're a Christian, not Howard Stern." stated Boki.

"There's always going to be poopy people like Boki. He's got a lot of opinions that he needs to keep to himself." Steve snapped back.

Steve's knees gained publiclity last year after he receiving numerous stitches in them after a work-related accident.