If It Makes You Happy, It Can't Be That Bad

According to a recent study, Republicans enjoyed 2005 much more than Democrats.

Q.: Do you think 2005 was better or worse than 2004 for you personally?
Republicans:
Better: 65%
Worse: 22%

Democrats:
Better: 41%
Worse: 45%

I thought 2005 was quite nice myself. With the exception of leaving Chicago for Delaware, 2005 was a banner year for me personally. I married the best girl out there. I successfully completed the Delaware bar exam and became a Delaware lawyer. I started practicing law at a very enjoyable workplace. I bought my first house. I'm on pace to finish the year alive and in good health.

Oh yeah. Then there's this interesting development: