Originating in the Delta region of the great state of Arkansas, just east of the Ozark Mountain region, I still enjoy much of the Ozark philosophy. Such practical advise as "You don't keep runnin' after you catch the bus", and "It ain't no disgrace to fall down, but to lay there and moan is" are part of my own philosophy.

And, I well remember the story of a resident of the Ozark region whose friend came to visit. When the visitor arrived, he found his friend sitting on his porch with his old hound dog. The dog was howling to beat the band. The visitor asked his friend why the dog was howling. "He's sittin' on a tack" was the answer. "Well, why doesn't he move?" asked the visitor. "Oh, he'd rather howl" said the man.

And, it sure is the same with people today. Don't bother trying to offer a solution. Some folks just naturally like to howl and complain!