I'm writing this before Thanksgiving, which I used to hate and now don't -- largely because I no longer spend the day arguing with family. I've been listening to a lot of friends and relatives dread this year's event because of political discussions that are likely to occur, and the equally annoying comments and critiques from those who supported both candidates. I have no doubt that both sides will use fake news, quotes taken out of context, and false facts to make their points to the annoyance of those of us who just want to have a nice big meal and then drop into a food coma for a few happy hours afterward. Perhaps my own most memorable Thanksgiving was going over to my then steady girlfriend's house, having her compare herself to a Playboy playmate, and making the unfortunate comment "you wish," to the glee of her brothers, and effectively ending the relationship. My defense of "trying to fit it," I'm afraid, fell on deaf ears.