December is finally here -- and the official start of winter is out there in about 3 weeks. Meanwhile, fall seems to unofficially be hanging on despite the dampness. I can deal with that. Easier to walk and drive in the rain. Puts off deciding on studded snow tires for another coupla weeks. Truth be know, I haven't driven with studs for two of the last three winters. But I like to rattle some cages by bringing the topic up. Now for your Weekend Wild Card ...