Catching up
No, I have not been sick. Not really busy either. Perhaps a bit despondent, what with the daily news et al. People my age, who were children of the WWII era, are having a hard time watching the U.S. destroy itself. We remember the "rally round the flag, boys" and Uncle Sam, a country united in loyalty to our nation. We were brought up to respect, whether you agreed or not, the opinion and/or position of others. There is so much to be gained by listening to the viewpoint of another person. You may not be persuaded to move to that person's position; however, giving their theory some actual thought can broaden one's own outlook and exercise your mind while forming rebuttals to put forth your case. But the world is different now, at least the parts of it I am witnessing. Little respect for property, opposing ideas, even life. No one likes wearing a mask, especially in the heat and humidity. Are we not willing to sacrifice a bit of discomfort to protect