Looking at table 1, there have been a few shifts since 1998. Food, Owned dwellings, Apparel, and Entertainment have dropped while Rented dwellings, Health care, and Education have increased.

Lorelai wasn’t ready for Monday either.

Someone has had Thanksgiving and is passed out.

Lorelai is really leaning into vacation. Or maybe this is what she’s like all the time while I’m in the office.

My dog has captured my mood to start the week.

Here is what a pie chart of the Total US Population over 16 would look using those numbers (64% work force participation, 4% unemployment):

Unfortunately you have to put this into context. During peak pandemic the economy lost many low income hourly jobs, which made it seem like hourly earning spiked. So by using 2021 as your starting point it will *appear* that earns have dropped. With 2017 data and you’ll see a more complete story.

Look, I have a silly looking dog.