It’s too soon to tell, really; the year has only just begun. A look at the headlines does make me wonder at times. I’ve been on record for some time – since about September – saying I can’t wait until 2023 is over… Already over the holiday break we’ve seen wild weather, wild COVID numbers, and increasingly wild reportage out of our nation’s capitol, most of which is now tied to the looming anniversary a few days hence.

Still, it is only January 2 (as I type this) and I’ve just opened a brand new calendar, which still has that new calendar smell. This can bring a person hope, if only for a few days.

I’ll take it.