Friends,

Thank you for reading this blog. Very few people in my military life know of it. I maintain that separation because I like to clown around in here, while being focused and serious (often, mostly) at work.

I am not particularly political in my writing, due to my active-duty status, but probably reflect values that might be considered more old-school than new.

John Hawkins over at Right Wing News nominated me for Best New Blogger, CPAC Red Carpet Blogger Awards, while the good folks at TheTeaParty.net sponsored the event. I can think of no bigger honor, with the possible exception if I had won. Truly to be nominated was great. Thank you, John and Tea Partiers, for the recognition and kindness.

5) Best New Blog of 2011: Presenter (Ed Morrissey)

Naked DC (Winner)

The Moorlock Revolt

The Mellow Jihadi

Conservative Commune

I just discovered this little gem twenty minutes ago. And am surprised and grateful. Two extra special thank-yous: those of you who are my blog friends and link; those of you who don’t have a blog and comment. I love both your links and your comments.

Thank you from the bottom of my blog page!