Rocky Mountain Cabin Fever strikes one in four of those living in elevations above 6000 feet at this time of year. Brought on by being forced to shovel snow, having your car towed out of the ditch next to your driveway, and falling on your butt in the supermarket parking lot, RMCF has devastated many of my friends and neighbors. Until now, I've been hesitant to mention the fact that I, too, have been recently diagnosed with this dangerous condition. My physician has informed me that, unless I am relocated immediately to a warm, sunny clime and fed copious amounts of icy german beer, there is little hope for me.

In that spirit, I am asking all of my Mudcat friends to contribute what you can to what I am calling the "Get LEJ to a Beach" fund. In return you will receive a picture of LEJ and a personal thank you.

Please. Send your check or money order now. It costs so little. And it would make such a difference.