A preferable time as any year without Mrs. Putin looming as incoming president is a damn good reason to celebrate.

Life has been relaxing for the Devil, basking in the Florida sunshine, devouring 10 books, swimming, walking, biking.

Fitness is a hellish priority.

This is a resolution free zone…no demands to diet, stop smoking, recycle, be kind to others.

Just try to be a more embraceable you.

Going forward and making your life experience richer, I have a few shallow yet entertaining and rewarding recommendations.

Go see La LA Land for a unique moviegoing experience. Ryan Gosling is all that and he can dance.

In addition to La La Land, other must sees include a top notch Fences with an memorable performance by Viola Davis and 20th Century Women with the outstanding Annette Bening.

Read, A Man Called Ove and Bruce Springsteen’s autobiography, Born to Run.

Try Oyo Vodka…made in Ohio and the best I have ever imbibed. This is the stuff that makes America great now and always.

Walk on the beach in winter.

If you happen to be in Miami, stroll through the Wynwood Arts District and visit the Wynwood Walls then treat yourself to stone crabs at Joe’s or FiFi’s.

Binge watch all 4 seasons of Rectify…it’s life changing.

See Dear Evan Hansen on Broadway.

Dine at Sociale in Brooklyn Heights for a intimate and off the charts delicious meal…let Francesco know the Devil sent you.

Enough preaching. I just kicked the bully pulpit out from under my large feet.

GO forth in 2017…be happy and prosper and remain politically vigilant today, tomorrow and for the next challenging four years.

Wishing you a Devilishly maaaaavelous 2017…