Come on and take a free ride: I'd rather like to know who's going to bail me out, you know? My debt/income or debt/assets ratio might be on par with that of some investment banks, but nobody's offering me $700 billion, or even 700 cents. Sheesh.

This summer, we set our sights on those artist-designed T-shirts that the Gap was selling as part of its limited-edition Whitney Biennial Collection. We were particularly drawn to the one by Chicago artist Kerry James Marshall, which features a drawing of a pigtailed girl, fist raised in defiant optimism, declaring, "EVERYTHING WILL BE ALRIGHT. I JUST KNOW IT WILL."

When it comes to Jewish celebrations, they don't get much sweeter than Rosh Hashanah.

33Where do the presidential candidates stand on Social Security and Medicare? I'll be eligible for these programs in a few years and haven't been able to find anything on their positions.

'Welcome to Watermelon World," is how Shaaron Saunders of Orem greets people at her door. The 65-year-old professional organizer admits to being a collector from way back.

She has been collecting watermelon for 20-some years. Visitors to her home are hit smack dab between the eyes with red, red, red! Watermelon red, that is.

Macey's Little Theatre classes in Provo begin at 7 p.m. for ages 12 and older. To reserve, call 356-3216. Free. www.maceys.com

Oct. 1: "Treats/Activities for General Conference," by Erica Miller.

Today is Tuesday, Sept. 30, the 274th day of 2008. There are 92 days left in the year.

Happy Birthday: Emotional issues will rise to the surface this year. Don't procrastinate -- action will be your only recourse. Show that you are a strong contender and leader. Establish your position, be precise in your delivery and don't waffle. Success will be based on how in sync you are with your plans. Your numbers are 7, 15, 17, 29, 34, 44, 46