The military operation was impressive, but the justification for the recent attention on Venezuela beggars belief. Furthermore, there doesn't seem to be a plan for what comes next. Even with the best of plans the current administration has not demonstrated the focus or ability to stay on plan.

Maybe. That and Obama laughing at him at the WH correspondence dinner in 2011. Trump has no sense of humor whatsoever.

Happy to hear you've found/made a good place for yourself and son. My (much older) brother lived in Valrico for several years and I was able to visit on several occasions. Seemed like a nice place. Politics are weird all over; wish I could ignore it but now's not the time to disengage. Best...

Staying active is key; you've always shown a lot of initiative and I'm sure you have interesting and fulfilling activities. Sorry to hear you don't have a lot of family around, but hope you've found a community. Are you still in GA? There are parts of the state I would find ... challenging.

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It's unusual to have the kids and their new families able to stay in the crazy expensive SF Bay area. At one time I saw you were in Hapeville --- are you still in the area?

Hi my old dear one. I'm doing well... been retired for almost 2 years now, but have plenty of projects to keep me busy. Also 3 young grandkids (all boys), 2 of which live very close (1/2 mile) and the 3rd only about 10 miles away.

Completely agree. The loss of due process seems like a point waaay down the slippery slope.

Only wondering about the explanation for some of Trump's (lack of) values; I'm confident that he has never had a friend.

Well said, Clint!