at Eisenhower’s boyhood home in Abilene, Kansas. . . the tour guide talks about humble origins, soft-spoken leaders, respectful dialogue, and the importance of promoting peace. Luckily we don’t have to worry about these problems today.

in a sad little corner in the Target in Tucson, the outdoors was on sale. . . Lots of clay pots and plastic chairs and gardening implements. I guess this is what outdoors means these days.