It seems to be a Little Depression right now, in spite of what all the sock puppets say.
In my personal life I find that to some extent I am supporting numerous people around me. The small businesses I patronize seem really grateful for my business. My friend the car mechanic, my other friend the martial arts teacher, my housemate/landlord, all of these are people I can visibly see I am helping keep above water with my financial support. I’m single, with 4 or 5 unofficial partial “dependents” on a $60K income.
