In these worrisome times, we note that were inclined to become so occupied with worry that we lose sight of our obligation to set aside a prudent portion of our lives to be glad were alive, so when the trip is over, we can think, Gee, Im glad I was born. Now, I can croak with a smile.

In an effort to help free our minds for a reasonable amount of worry-free time, we thought wed make a list of things we ought to worry about, but with discretion. And, since dire events seem determined to occupy a certain part of our thinking time, wed like to note, even more importantly, ten indications of the things we dont have to worry about.

First, ten things we should take at least some time to worry about.

1. The Debac in Iraq

2. The Israeli-Hezbollah-Hamas Triangle

3. Osama Bomb Laden

4. America, Bushwhacked

5. Global Warming, Especially Thunderstorms On The Weekend

6. Mortgage Payments, Credit Card Bills, And Tax Audits

7. Child And Adult Molesters

8. Dumb Movies That Make Millions

9. Songs People Love That Say Nothing

10.Books That Reduce Your Intelligence

Second, here are ten things we dont have to worry about, at least, not that often:

1. Brad And Angelinas New Baby

2. Donald Trumps Hair

3. Who Will Be The Next Miss America

4. The New TV Season

5. Whether Or Not GM Will Ever Make A Car That Can Compete With Toyota

6. Whether Or Not Bill And Hillary Still Make Love

7. Whether Or Not George And Laura Still Make Love

8. How Much More Weight Dennis Hastert Will Gain

9. Whether Or Not The Theater Can Recover From Its Monetary Bent And Imbecilic Critics

10.How Much Muck We Have In Our Coronary Arteries