It seems like most people are pessimistic about the future of this country, what with the bratty child replacing the hip parent in the White House. I was already pessimistic, and like the idea of a shakeup to the establishment, so I’m mildly upbeat.

I’m still not sold on investing in my health. Life is hard, and getting harder. I dream of a world where I don’t need my iPhone and to be working 70 hours per week just to scrape by. Is anyone else feeling the same way?

However, I cannot in good conscience, add to the misery of the planet and its poor creatures, by consuming animal products on a daily basis. Can I get an amen?

My poisons are corn chips, crackers and bread, albeit organic whole grain sourdough. As a result I’m a bit tight, angry and my vision is suffering, on all levels. Time will tell if I can do what is right—work less, eat less, do a brown rice only diet for a week, have colon hydrotherapy, and get outside some more.

In the meantime, I’m trying to enjoy what there is to enjoy. It would be nice to hear from you.