Tomorrow's national celebration is personally meaningful for me, since our son's middle name is Columbus (named after a dear uncle who raised my husband during his early formative years). This connection has always expanded how we view Columbus during this annual celebration. More than a historical figure who gives postal workers reason to relax for the day, we embrace Columbus as, well, a member of our family.
Connections such as these have grown in importance within the context of today's increasingly unsteady economy. It's reassuring to know that we can still enjoy the history that surrounds Columbus and celebrate who he was as a person.
I'm reminded of a special program in our community that has just enjoyed one more popular tourist season: a 10-cent Trolley Tour operated by the Blue Water Area Transportration Commission. That's right. For only a dime, it's possible to board a trolley and enjoy a 45-minute journey back in time to learn about Thomas Edison and others who played important roles in our town's early development. And, unlike many recreational outings, this is one that most family budgets can still afford.
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