We made it through the dark afternoons! As of March 4th, the sun won't set before 6pm until November 27th! Clocks go ahead next weekend.
When I watch our neighbours to the south, I shutter when they reject socialism as something horrible. I don't think they understand the concept. If my tax dollars go to a child who needs heart surgery or for a senior to get help at home or a hip operation, I just fine with that. We look after one another.
This was published in Ann Landers column in 2002. I loved Ann Landers, one wise lady.