A tip of the hat to all of you who have somehow found a way to make life work without getting a jay oh bee working for the man. I admire your cunning, dedication and pluck. Yes, pluck. I also admire your fashion sense and wit. Winter is taking her toll on me; my throat is a ravaged wasteland and I find myself easily exhausted, but at least the depression hasn't been too brutal this year. I'm lucky. I have great friends and a fine family. I know a girl who loves me and takes care of me. I have a moderately sized television and my car hasn't stopped running, yet. It's a pretty good life. I think I'll make it better.