I can’t tell you the number of times I’ve had people come up to me and comment on “that article you wrote,” whether it be days, weeks or months since I actually wrote it.

My typical query at that point? Which one?

And nine times out of ten, it’s not an article at all they’re speaking of. Instead, it’s usually this, my weekly column for The Evening Sun.

Therefore, seeing as how there continues to be some confusion as to the difference between an article and a column, I thought I’d go ahead and clear the smoke before I go on with my thoughts for this absolutely lovely autumn day (sarcasm intended, of course).

Sorry, but I was really enjoying that sunny, 80 degree weather we’ve been having.

Anyway, it’s quite simple, really. Newspaper articles equal reporting of the facts ... columns, my personal opinion.

Which is why, of course, I have a tendency to receive either applause or condemnation (insert damnation, if you wish) on a week to week basis for this, my weekly column.

As for this week, you ask? Well, opinions are like ... mmm ... opposable thumbs, when it comes to most people. As in, most everyone has them, whether they’re misguided or not.

As for this particular opinion piece, well, misguided is the name of the game, so to speak.