These writings are dedicated to some exceptional people-the people of the United States Forest Service. Thank you for growing and learning with me. 

Special thanks to Al Sample and Kelly Brannon for their tireless editing with me, and to Jen Smith for her design support and encouragement. 

Disclaimer: This blog in no way represents the U.S. Forest Service, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the Dalai Lama, or any living or dead retiree.  This is one person’s view…  Mine.