My mother would can tomatoes every summer. It turned the kitchen into a mess that she made me help clean up. But then on those cold Michigan winter nights she'd heat up a jar and serve stewed tomatoes topped with basil. Delicious. K-

For me, Doc is on a pedestal whether he wants to be there or not; he's the best flatpick guitar player I've ever seen. And I've seen him three times: in St. Louis with Merle, in DC at the National, and in Baltimore at a tiny club sitting not more than 3 feet in front of him. He's looking elderly but I'll bet he still sings and plays great. K-

Congratulations. Just last week my youngest made his decision and I paid the deposit. Fortunately, I don't have to worry about double entendres on his clothing. K-