Well, I’m about to go out and enjoy the remainder of this Labor Day holiday, and I recommend you do the same. I did want to get the week started properly, however, and avoid the basic no-show of last week. Yes, “summer observed” ends today, although my region is sweltering under the most uncomfortable combination of heat and humidity so far this year.

A lot has happened since we truly visited last, but it looks as if you’ve all been on top of it without much help from me. Well done! Now, go take it easy on Labor Day.