I figure that "Saddles" was supposed to take place roughly in the early 1800's (forgiving the toll booth, etc.). That would make Slim's $20 whore worth about $1500 today.

As far as things up here, the family is fine, I am fine. The weather is damned cold and the snow is starting to put a horizontal gravitational force on the UAV's rendering them harmless on the sides of the road. Basically life is good.

I wanted to warn you a little about the "eligible" for disability stuff. You most certainly are eligible but don't count on getting your first check anytime soon. I watched that whole sad process play out with my brother (end stage liver disease) for almost a year and a half. He didn't receive his first check (Social Security Disability) until 3 weeks after he died. It is fairly common knowledge that you are automatically rejected your first submission and rarely accepted before 3 tries. The system sucks. Be persistent. Be patient.