Welcome to my new blog. For over fifteen years, I have submitted letters to the editor of the Whittier (CA) Daily News on subjects that really moved me, bugged me, or just made me want to get it off of my chest. I usually had good reaction from friends and family. In fact, my fellow Rotarian, Ralph Peck, a longtime gadfly, newsletter writer, gentleman and all-around great wit, encouraged me to "take over from him" (he was in his mid-80s at the time, and he passed away almost two years ago at the ripe young age of 99). Ralph always spoke on issues of patriotism, civic duty and common sense, all with his own brand of wit. Although I could never replace Ralph, I aim to use this blog to put in my two cents on subjects of interest to me, inlcuding current events in Whittier, California, the US and the world. The newspapers and radio talk shows produce plenty of subjects for comment, as do my personal experiences as a business and property owner, parent and citizen.

Besides, with a blog, I don't have to worry as to whether the editor deems my postings worthy for public consumption. Onward and upward!