The New Year here began with the dubious distinction of being colder than it was on either Mars or the North Pole. In fact the weather service told us that the end of December in Minnesota was the coldest week for 132 years. In a state that likes to brag about its cold weather that is a true honor indeed. This week the weather will climb from being-20f to approaching 40f in Minneapolis, a 60 degree spread. Cars will start easily, less people will slide off the freeway into di