Sometime yesterday afternoon -- I wasn't watching the clock for reasons that will soon be apparent -- I heard a local TV news anchor announce that this was the "worst winter in Washington history." I was in bed at the time, taking one of the nice naps that have become part of my routine during the succession of storms that have kept me home since last Friday.
My thought: Is "worst" really the right adjective?
I realize that we have had more snow than ever before. I know that many people are isolated in homes without heat or power, or are struggling to get to work, or are being tortured by whiny kids whose schools are closed. I sympathize with all of you. I feel your pain. I have been in your situation a few times in the past.
But can't we, just for a moment, recognize that for some of us life has never been so good?
The power has remained on at my house. My bosses have asked that I contribute an occasional piece via the Internet, but are far too distracted to demand more.
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