up and down, down and up

My nephew Jamieson and I were distressed by the news today: unemployment climbs to 9.5%, stocks fall. Despite the downturn, we're hoping he will still be able to attend college. You've got to plan ahead.

Seriously, sometimes I wonder if Jamieson gets it more than we do (though his laptop is not Internet-ready, its predictions are beating those of Goldman Sachs and leading economists). You can be fully absorbed in solving the pressing problems of today or fully anxious about your future retirement, but when push comes to shove, nothing compares to a hug from your mommy and a popsicle on a hot day.

Amen for that.