Diane-- What is your background? You are one of the most articulate writers I've met. My own background is in editing--so take it as a double compliment that I enjoy your writing! I know you will have many more opportunities to speak. I also hope you will put more energies (when you can--as a group I think LCs are the most over-committed group I have met!) to writing. The mainstream press needs voices like yours. Margery