"The clock passed midnight about three hours ago, and like the rest of
the world, virtually no problems related to the Y2K changeover have
occurred in the Milwaukee area. I drove home from a party west of the
city, and saw the lights of Milwaukee shining brightly as they always
do. The BBC was coming through my car radio clearly, and I spotted
someone on a street corner successfully making a call at an outdoor pay
phone. All is well here in this Midwest city.
All day the news broadcasts have been reporting on the celebrations
around the globe. It has been very gratifying to see how people in very
different places have unified in celebration. These have been joyful
gatherings free of any apparent divisions. Most importantly, the
celebrations have been free of violence.
A group of about 80 of
us gathered early in the evening for a potluck meal, and danced until
midnight. After our countdown to the year 2000, we exchanged hugs and
continued dancing. Our gathering reflected what has been happening all
over the planet.
The celebration for me would have lasted longer, but, like many other
computer support people on this planet, I will be visiting the office
later in the morning. I plan to confirm what I suspect - that the
systems are running without a glitch, and all is well."
