Under the Wire

Happy New Year! No, I’m not late getting this column to the editor, nor am I celebrating the Chinese New Year, which, by the way falls on Jan. 22 this year. Not that I would mind joining in the festive event. I don’t know if you’ve noticed before but it’s hard to keep track of. Last year it was Feb. 1, the year before Feb. 12, the previous one, Jan. 25. I’m sure these are pre-determined dates but to a guy who can’t remember his wife’s birthday, keeping up with a floating holiday is too much to ask. 2002 was designated the Year Of The Horse. Cool! I admit to not knowing an authentic Chinese, bu...