I learned tonight that a recent survey by some educational organization found that 40% of people in the US read a book last year. And 90% bought a book. My question: If they don't read, what DO they do with their time?

I read not necessarily because I love reading, but because I can't afford a passport.

I'm going to go hide in someone's world right now.

I need to hide right now.

I've been sick so long I can't remember what total health feels like. I have a hunch that I'd be much more productive and funnier and nicer and smiley if I was healthy, but I'm pretty happy right now, so I can't be sure about that. Still, it'd be nice to be able to run without coughing or talking without getting a sore throat or laugh without getting a headache.

I'm going to go to Maine right now, sitting in my easy chair.