Nice, Chris.
I like how your wild-eyed idealist isn't all that wild-eyed at all. I especially enjoyed Lois using all those fishing metaphors when she considered the situation. Very appropriate.
I'm a little worried about CJ, though. While his bitter observations are no doubt true, they also seem to signal a regression back into the resignation of his pre-Herb/LnC days. Please let him hold on to his optimism! Even if Lois needs to wear a pink carnation in her buttonhole as a reminder!
Great stuff, Chris. Looking forward to MORE!
Hazel
