Kerry Wood's shoulder surgery was deemed a success. (Cubs) officials are hoping he can begin throwing in four months and be healthy enough to suffer his next injury by spring.

Commissioners always wield a lot of power in their respective sports. But in 2005 they defined their sports ? in and out of competition ? by their actions.

It's not unusual for one team to dominate a sport for a few years. But to see a city dominate the sports landscape the way Boston has recently is amazing. If you thought any other city had a shot at No. 1, you weren't paying much attention to the sports world.

You only get one body; it is the temple of your soul. Even God is willing to dwell there. If you truly treat your body like a temple, it will serve you well for decades. If you abuse it you must be prepared for poor health and a lack of energy.

A flower is how plants smile.

None of these in and of themselves are the end of our economic success. They're simply areas we have to focus on.