- There are currently two laws being passed around Arizona concerning cell phones and driving. The first one would prohibit anyone from talking on a cell phone while driving, the second one targets anyone under the age of 18.

I don't think it's realistic to expect people to stay off their cell phones in their cars. Some people can't drive without talking to someone. My wife, for example, has to be talking to someone on her drive home from work. Me, her friend, her great aunt Matilda, it doesn't really matter.

I don't think it's too much to ask that people use hands free sets in their car, and that kids don't text message each other in traffic. At least have your hands available and free from distraction.

- I've lost five pounds since the beginning of the year.

- I'm going to buy a Jeep.

- My wife calls me to vent about a situation, and then calls her friends for advice on the same situation...should that bother me?

- We're thinking about getting a home equity line of credit. We want to consolidate our debts into one monthly payment, and at the same time update some of the ancient appliances we have in our kitchen.

- This weekend will consist of painting the rest of the house. I have "The Shining" on audiobook to hopefully keep me entertained as I paint.