1. It is possible to discuss the pronunciation of "poinsettia" in a calm manner.

2. Some people who don't eat meat but are not performance vegetarians will confide in certain company that the aroma of steaks and roasts cooking never loses its allure.

3. Compliance with burn bans appears to be spotty at best.

4. You wouldn't be the first to ask yourself, "What am I doing living in the midst of voters who elect someone like that?"

5. Driving around and looking at holiday lights just isn't the same without snow.   

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