I went to the Motor Vehicle Bureau to get a Maine license today with Kendall in tow. He preferred to stay by the entrance while I dealt with lines, forms, etc. A rather self-important man walked in, looked at the line in disgust, and made the mistake of asking the Captain if there was a long wait. He responded (without missing a beat or cracking a smile) "I was born here."

No reaction at all. The man took a number and sat - up front and looking important - probably sighing to himself about "local characters".

Kendall will be fine. I just wish it were Friday and over.