Barbara, I think the things you mentioned only point out more sincerely how much we have to be the instigators of change. If you want to find a bit of inspiration:

http://www.ted.com/talks/katherine_fulton_you_are_the_future_of_philanthropy.html

this interesting TED Talk by Katherine Fulton acts as a shot of good rum into that tea toddy.

Everybody sing a chorus of "I Believe in Miracles", for the Minn Supremes finally ruled (unanimously too) that Al Franken can finally be seated as a Senator 6 months aftrer he should have been.

I wonder what "think tank" will now make Norm Coleman a "fellow" in order to allow him to continue to live in the manner to which he has grown accustomed?

Now that the Democrats have veto-proof majorities in both the Senate and House I wonder what excuses the President will make for his "bipartisanhship" compromises.