I oft satiate mother nature’s suffragette outbursts with my lightning rod. A good charm is worth more than a King’s ransom, but a large rod will make a Queen blush. I’ve helped poor eyesight, kept families warm and helped farmers prepare for seasonal weather. But the greatest achievement ‘twas with quill in hand and compatriots by my side. When a fair lady asked if it was a Monarchy or a Republic, I told her “A Republic, if you can keep it.” She wanted further clarification, so I invited her over for additional ‘education’.