Today, the largest tobacco tax increase goes into effect. The per-pack tax jumps from $0.39 to $1.01. Yes, that is per pack. I read that Texans will now be paying over $7.00 per pack. I quit smoking 4 years ago, this time I think for good. I know how tough it is to quit so to all who have that will, I wish you the best. I am always amazed that even in times of need or desperation a person can still afford a drink and a smoke. They may starve to death, but at least they won’t go sober or smoke free.

Also, as of today, the Conficker Worm is supposed to return to it’s roost after having robbed you computer of every thing and await on further instructions. The quickest way to tell if you have it is to type the address of one of the popular anti-virus sites, like Symantec.com. If the page does not resolve, you may have the worm. It has been instructed not to open those sites as a means of self preservation.

The government is going to back my auto warranty. Does that mean that, for the most part, the service will get better and I won’t be overcharged? Yeah, I thought so.

Speaking of autos, I read that Ford will cover your car payment if you lose your job. Restrictions apply: they will only cover up to $700.00 a month. I did not know Ford made anything worthy of a $700.00 vehicle payment. Apparently the rest of the US feels the same way.

None of the above is an April Fool’s Joke.

I’m ready to be humored.